How this trust score was computed
Trust blends alignment (40%): does the outlet rank games the way players do; decoded accuracy (30%): after translating the outlet's own scale habits (a '7/10 means mediocre' scale is decoded, not punished), how well its reviews predict player sentiment; and player-side (30%): on games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, whose side it took. Recent reviews weigh more (2-year half-life), and the blend is shrunk toward a neutral prior (60) so small samples can't peg the scale. Player quality is launch-window Steam sentiment, so outlets aren't punished for reviewing a launch build that later got patched.
Controversy record: on 21 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 5 times.
Computed 6m ago · full methodology →
Outlet vs. players
Each dot is a game both this outlet and players scored. The dashed line is perfect agreement: dots above it mean the outlet was more generous than players, below it more harsh.
Biggest disagreements with players
The receipts: games where this outlet's verdict landed furthest from player sentiment.
- -12The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomoutlet 80 · players 92 · May 2023
- -39Indiana Jones and the Great Circleoutlet 45 · players 84 · Dec 2024
- +41Company of Heroes 3outlet 93 · players 52 · Feb 2023
- +34Borderlands 4outlet 94 · players 60 · Sep 2025
- +34MotoGP 25outlet 80 · players 46 · Apr 2025
- -12Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Dooroutlet 80 · players 93 · May 2024
- +38NBA 2K26outlet 97 · players 60 · Sep 2025
- +34Sid Meier's Civilization VIIoutlet 85 · players 51 · Feb 2025
- +24Monster Hunter Wildsoutlet 85 · players 61 · Feb 2025
- -49Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Sevenoutlet 40 · players 89 · Nov 2024
Recent reviews (176 tracked)
- 87Onimusha: Way of the SwordAug 31, 2026
“Onimusha: Way of the Sword marks a triumphant return for a series that had been somewhat forgotten by Capcom. Yes, the story is a bit weak, but it inherits the key mechanics that worked for the franchise while introducing interesting gameplay improvements. It is a very entertaining action adventure that offers one of the most satisfying and accessible swordplay experiences in a long time.”
read full review ↗ - 84The Blood of DawnwalkerAug 31, 2026
“The Blood of Dawnwalker is more than an outstanding debut IP for Rebel Wolves. It comes with its own very well-executed ideas, a decision system with tangible consequences, and one of the most satisfying combat systems in the genre. It is not a 'The Witcher with vampires'; it is an adventure with its own personality that fans of action RPGs and medieval fantasy will love.”
read full review ↗ - 80Resonance: A Plague Tale LegacyAug 26, 2026
“Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy follows in the footsteps of previous titles in the series, whose strong narrative component remains present. However, it introduces some interesting changes such as its new, deeper, and more dynamic combat system that gives more prominence to the action. There are some minor graphical flaws that are barely noticeable, but nothing that ruins the experience. ”
read full review ↗ - 73CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERSAug 26, 2026
“Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters maintains everything that made Rise of New Champions interesting, but also its flaws, such as still being a title with simplified mechanics. However, it now introduces improvements regarding the pace of the competitions, making them more fluid and entertaining, along with new mechanics and technical enhancements. It does not seek to dethrone other titles in the genre, nor does it intend to, but at least it is playable.”
read full review ↗ - 80METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.2Aug 20, 2026
“Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 is an essential collection for the most die-hard Metal Gear fans, especially for bringing Guns of the Patriots off its original platform, the PS3. It is not the most generous compilation due to the small number of games it offers, but both keep their narrative and gameplay virtues intact for modern hardware thanks to the implemented technical improvements. ”
read full review ↗ - 85MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting SoulsAug 12, 2026
“Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is a solid 4 vs. 4 fighting game with some of the most fun and spectacular mechanics. Furthermore, it stays true to the Marvel essence by offering several interesting modes, especially the Episode Mode. Although 20 characters feels like too few, they are well-balanced and defined. Marvel vs. Capcom now has a new rival.”
read full review ↗ - 70Beast of ReincarnationAug 9, 2026
“ Beast of Reincarnation is an action RPG title with a solid combat system that requires cooperation between Emma and Koo. However, there are some issues that keep the adventure from taking off satisfactorily. A weak narrative, recycled bosses, and technical and gameplay aspects that need polishing. It is not a bad game, but it could have been better. ”
read full review ↗ - 87Splatoon RaidersJul 26, 2026
“Splatoon Raiders is a fresh, fun, and highly recommended spin-off for both fans of the series and those looking for an entry point into this inked world. It is a light multi-genre experience that will keep us glued to the controller. It is one of those games you expect little from, but it ends up surprising you with its premise.”
read full review ↗ - 70Rhythm Heaven GrooveJul 13, 2026
“Rythm Heaven Groove is an entry that fits what is expected from the franchise, offering musical levels that are as absurd as they are fun. Although it is intuitive and has a well-tuned difficulty curve, the precision of some commands often fails for no apparent reason, which ends up being frustrating. It is geared more towards fans of the series than casual players.”
read full review ↗ - 83Star FoxJun 29, 2026
“Star Fox is a new remake that manages to bring back one of Nintendo's most beloved franchises. Among its main new features are new game modes, revamped control schemes, updated graphics, and the addition of a cooperative mode. Those who loved the 1997 original will find here all the great feelings that game offered us back in the day, with a few interesting additions, but little else.”
read full review ↗ - 85The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium TalesJun 17, 2026
“The Adventures of Elliot: The Millenium Tales becomes one of the most charming titles of the year, evoking the greats of the 16-bit adventure genre. Despite the clear inspirations and somewhat predictable narrative elements, the game comes with some ideas of its own that make it stand out in its own right. Its great dungeon design, variety of weapons, and the Magicite system make it an enjoyable experience for fans of Legend of Zelda-style adventures.”
read full review ↗ - 83007 First LightMay 26, 2026
“007 First Light is the game we have been waiting for from the world's most famous agent since the infamous 007 Legends. It is a title that blends the open-level design of Hitman, the frantic gameplay of Uncharted, and the 'World of Espionage' of James Bond. IOI delivers a production worthy of the character with a high level of detail and memorable nods. Although it could have been better graphically, at least it remains stable.”
read full review ↗ - 85Yoshi and the Mysterious BookMay 26, 2026
“Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is a charming and rewarding experience that features truly interesting ideas. It invites us to discover an endless array of mechanics hidden within each creature in the book and the synergy between them. Sure, it is not a challenging game like we are used to, but it makes up for it with a display of creativity rarely seen in recent times.”
read full review ↗ - 85LEGO® Batman™: Legacy of the Dark KnightMay 25, 2026
“Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight takes up the mantle of the Arkham franchise, combining its simple gameplay and adding the already famous mechanics from Rocksteady's titles. It is a game with a strong story component that covers the key moments of the character throughout his history. It is still a LEGO game (too easy) but even so, it is entertaining.”
read full review ↗ - 78Tales of Arise - Beyond the Dawn EditionMay 20, 2026
“Tales of Arise continues to shine, now on Switch 2, for its dynamic combat, its great art direction, and an entertaining story that manages to hook you from beginning to end. Being able to enjoy one of the best entries in the Tales of series in a portable format is simply great. Although it has questionable technical decisions like those 30fps, it is still a title worth considering. ”
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