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 5 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 0 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.
- -22Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Dooroutlet 70 · players 93 · Jun 2024
- -26Persona 3 Reloadoutlet 60 · players 87 · Feb 2024
- -41Still Wakes the Deepoutlet 40 · players 82 · Jun 2024
- +36TEKKEN 8outlet 90 · players 54 · Feb 2024
- -12Black Myth: Wukongoutlet 80 · players 92 · Aug 2024
- +24MLB The Show 24outlet 80 · players 56 · Mar 2024
- +37Call of Duty®: Black Ops 6outlet 90 · players 53 · Oct 2024
- +29Sid Meier's Civilization VIIoutlet 80 · players 51 · Feb 2025
- +24Borderlands 4outlet 80 · players 56 · Oct 2025
- +14Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2outlet 90 · players 76 · Sep 2024
Recent reviews (32 tracked)
- 90Ghost of YoteiOct 31, 2025
“Ghost of Yotei is a refined and visually stunning sequel to Ghost of Tsushima, favoring evolution over reinvention. Atsu’s revenge-driven story and her mastery of diverse weapon styles deliver fluid, impactful combat that feels both elegant and brutal.”
read full review ↗ - 80Borderlands 4Oct 3, 2025
“Borderlands 4 lacks the polish of a flawless AAA release, but it delivers on some of the most important parts, such as offering thrilling gameplay, an expansive world, and a story that actually makes you care. The darker story and serious tone might disappoint fans who want nonstop jokes, but these changes make the game’s emotions and stakes stronger than previous games. It’s a wild, rewarding journey across a beautifully chaotic world full of secrets, explosions, and loot that never quits. Whether you play solo or with friends, Borderlands 4 reaffirms why this franchise remains a shining beacon in the looter-shooter genre, still messy, still loud, still totally and utterly addictive.”
read full review ↗ - 95DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACHJul 11, 2025
“Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a therapeutic, genre-expanding experience that builds on its predecessor’s bold foundation.”
read full review ↗ - 85MLB The Show 25Mar 17, 2025
“A great entry from the leading baseball sim going, MLB The Show 25 adds small but meaningful elements to its familiar formula to keep you swinging for the fences.”
read full review ↗ - 85Split FictionMar 4, 2025
“Full of hilarious moments and incredible cinematics; Split Fiction is a couch co-op powerhouse, perfect for those looking for endless fun and the ultimate escape.”
read full review ↗ - 85AvowedFeb 13, 2025
“Xbox exclusives have been a swing and a miss recently, with even the likes of Starfield splitting fanbases. But Avowed has changed the tune—perhaps benefiting from reduced expectations after those that came before. I admittedly overlooked Avowed on the release calendar, with my eyes firmly set on other upcoming titles. Having dived headfirst into the adventure across the Living Lands, though, it’s safe to say I’ll be sticking around for the foreseeable future.”
read full review ↗ - 95Kingdom Come: Deliverance IIFeb 3, 2025
“Everything can go wrong during a playthrough of Kingdom Come 2, and even when it does, it’s the most fun I’ve had in a medieval RPG in a long time. The first game scratched the survival game itch I wanted to experience within a narrative, and everything’s been giving a proper facelift for the sequel. Fans of the first one will be overjoyed about the continued story and the refined features, while newcomers will be delighted with the experience and feeling like they can jump right into a living, breathing world. ”
read full review ↗ - 80Sid Meier's Civilization VIIFeb 3, 2025
“Civ 7 has elements that fans of previous titles will know and love, but its core gameplay loop is unique. While it may be a sticking point for players who’ve been with the series from the start, it’s exactly what the Civ world needed to keep things exciting.”
read full review ↗ - 75S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of ChornobylNov 20, 2024
“STALKER 2 can be a fun experience as you work your way through the game. The initial area will feel like the toughest because of how much it can take you by surprise. Still, as you gradually expand to other locations, find new gear, and embrace the thought of being prepared, it’s rewarding in all the right ways, even if getting there feels like climbing an irradiated mountain.”
read full review ↗ - 90Call of Duty®: Black Ops 6Oct 28, 2024
“The most complete CoD package in years, Black Ops 6 is further proof that Treyarch are the masters of this franchise. ”
read full review ↗ - 80Frostpunk 2Sep 17, 2024
“Frostpunk 2 offers an engaging and rewarding overall package for city-building fans able to accept harsh punishment and willing to give up and start again from scratch. ”
read full review ↗ - 90Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2Sep 6, 2024
“Gripping, bloody gameplay and impressive hordes of enemies shine, even if the narrative might only appeal to hardcore fans. ”
read full review ↗ - 80Age of Mythology: RetoldAug 27, 2024
“If you haven’t had the chance to play Age of Mythology before, or you’re a fan who’s played the original for hundreds of hours, Age of Mythology: Retold is a wonderful time to jump into the game.”
read full review ↗ - 80Crypt CustodianAug 27, 2024
“Crypt Custodian may not be the most challenging metroidvania, nor does it reinvent the wheel, but it handles many of the genre’s most defining characteristics well. Between its customizable combat system, satisfying collectibles list, and lovely narrative, Thompson’s new release is worth picking up whether you’re newly interested in the genre or a metroidvania veteran—even if the difficulty is lacking.”
read full review ↗ - 80Black Myth: WukongAug 16, 2024
“Black Myth: Wukong is living proof that developers other than FromSoftware can create top-tier action RPGs. Its exploration and character customization are more restrictive than I'd have liked, but its combat and boss fights are second to none.”
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