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 4 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.
- +11BlazBlue Entropy Effect Xoutlet 84 · players 73 · Feb 2026
- +15Doraemon: Story of Seasons - Friends of the Great Kingdomoutlet 80 · players 65 · Nov 2022
- +7REMNANT II®outlet 83 · players 77 · Jul 2023
- +27Starsand Islandoutlet 69 · players 42 · Aug 2026
- -28Demonschooloutlet 60 · players 88 · Nov 2025
- -20DORONKO WANKOoutlet 72 · players 92 · Aug 2025
- -20Gori: Cuddly Carnageoutlet 73 · players 93 · Sep 2024
- -23Tall Trailsoutlet 73 · players 97 · Aug 2025
- -13Scale the Depthsoutlet 68 · players 81 · Jun 2026
- -20Mr. Sleepy Manoutlet 74 · players 94 · Mar 2026
Recent reviews (72 tracked)
- 69Starsand IslandAug 19, 2026
“Starsand Island is a gorgeous, feature-packed life sim where farming, crafting, exploration and flexible home-building make it dangerously easy to lose an afternoon. But shallow relationships, awkward multiplayer progression, technical rough edges, and questionable DLC keep this beautiful getaway from becoming a destination you’ll truly fall in love with.”
read full review ↗ - 78RubiniteAug 4, 2026
“Rubinite is a challenging boss-rush action game that succeeds because defeat feel more like a lesson than a punishment. While the level of challenge is high, those who bring patience, observational skills and precision will be rewarded. Although the cautious, dodge-first combat can occasionally encourage passive play, Cup Dog Games' debut definitely impresses.”
read full review ↗ - 83Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless RagnarokJul 8, 2026
“If you loved Granblue Fantasy: Relink, Endless Ragnarok gives you plenty of reasons to jump back in, with playable summons, deeper character builds, a fun roguelite mode, new characters, and cross-platform multiplayer that make the endgame far more engaging. The story doesn't quite recapture the charm and pacing of the original campaign, but the gameplay upgrades more than make up for it.”
read full review ↗ - 80Voidling BoundJun 10, 2026
“Voidling Bound successfully channels the spirit of Skylanders while adding enough fresh ideas to stand on its own. A few rough edges keep it from greatness, but the thrill of discovering, evolving, and engineering new creatures makes the journey well worth taking.”
read full review ↗ - 68Scale the DepthsJun 3, 2026
“Scale the Depths is an easy-to-like incremental game that mixes satisfying fishing with fish-cleaning mini-games, making its early hours surprisingly addictive. While the steady stream of upgrades and new catches keeps you hooked at first, repetition and progression resets prevent the game from reaching deeper waters.”
read full review ↗ - 74Birushana: Winds of FateMay 27, 2026
“Birushana: Winds of Fate is a heartfelt fan disc that rewards returning players with satisfying epilogues and strong new romance routes, especially for previously overlooked side characters. While the uneven localization occasionally breaks immersion, the game’s mix of historical drama, warm character writing, and rewarding relationships makes it a worthy follow-up for Rising Flower of Genpei fans.”
read full review ↗ - 76Rune DiceMay 20, 2026
“Rune Dice turns the simple act of flicking dice across a tabletop into a thrilling mix of strategy, improvisation, and luck, where every chain reaction feels uniquely satisfying. While its UI and health balancing might frustrate, the game’s tactile gameplay loop and constant stream of rewarding upgrades make it dangerously addictive.”
read full review ↗ - 82SektoriMay 18, 2026
“Sektori captures the rush of classic twin-stick shooters while adding enough customization and clever mechanics to keep every run exciting. Tough boss fights occasionally spike the difficulty, but the game’s silky-smooth Switch 2 performance and wealth of playmodes make it hard to put down.”
read full review ↗ - 82Ys Memoire: Revelations in CelcetaApr 21, 2026
“Another winning entry in Nihon Falcom’s action-role playing franchise sees Adol mapping an expansive forest, a feat no other adventurer has accomplished. While it played great in its original Vita-based iteration, this Switch port offers dual language voice acting, smoother framerates, and higher quality output for Tenmon, Naoki Kaneda, and JDK SoundTeam’s triumphant soundtrack.”
read full review ↗ - 90MOUSE: P.I. For HireApr 20, 2026
“MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is the game we need right now. It’s visuals dazzle without the need for an expensive new RTX video-card. It’s plot advances without the frustration that can ruin the pacing of many investigatory undertakings. With its smart design and engaging combat Fumi Games’ debut blends style and substance into a noir adventure that rarely misses a beat.”
read full review ↗ - 81Homura: The Crimson WarriorsMar 30, 2026
“Homura: The Crimson Warriors blends Sengoku-era history with emotionally charged romance, using Mutsuki’s unique spiritual abilities and player-driven choices to balance battlefield tension with some heartfelt character arcs. Although the arcs vary in tone, the novel shines brightest when it’s delivering tragic, history-rooted storytelling.”
read full review ↗ - 70DigDigDrillMar 23, 2026
“DigDigDrill is a laid-back loop that trades excitement for steady, satisfying progress. It’s repetitive by design, but if the relaxed rhythm hooks you, the gratification of incremental rewards can make the game hard to put down.”
read full review ↗ - 74Mr. Sleepy ManMar 16, 2026
“Mr. Sleepy Man is a wonderfully strange 3D platformer that trades clear direction for dreamlike wandering, letting players stumble through Bedtime Town’s surreal characters and oddball objectives at their own pace. It can occasionally feel like you’re sleepwalking in circles, but when its bizarre humor and freeform exploration combine, the result is a dream worth drifting through.”
read full review ↗ - 84BlazBlue Entropy Effect XFeb 12, 2026
“A jubilant genre experiment that captures BlazBlue's essence while embracing roguelike design, BlazBlue Entropy Effect X is only held back only a few mechanical issues. You’d be hard pressed to find a better genre-jumper.”
read full review ↗ - 83Escape from Ever AfterJan 30, 2026
“Escape from Ever After takes a cautious first step, then steadily turns into a witty, character-rich RPG that knows how to have fun with fairy-tale tropes and turn-based combat. The last boss may lack punch, but the journey’s humor and combat variety make it an expedition worth taking.”
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