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.
- -24The Binding of Isaacoutlet 70 · players 94 · Oct 2011
- -36Space Pirates and Zombiesoutlet 60 · players 97 · Aug 2011
- -10Fallout: New Vegasoutlet 85 · players 95 · Dec 2010
- -14Red Orchestra 2: Heroes of Stalingrad with Rising Stormoutlet 80 · players 94 · Sep 2011
- -25Dungeons of Dredmoroutlet 70 · players 95 · Jul 2011
- +25Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Editionoutlet 92 · players 67
- -11Nuclear Dawnoutlet 80 · players 91 · Oct 2011
- +13Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 3 (2011)outlet 100 · players 87 · Nov 2011
- -7Serious Sam Classic: The First Encounteroutlet 86 · players 93
Recent reviews (39 tracked)
- 90Saints Row: The ThirdNov 11, 2011
“On the surface Saints Row: The Third may seem just like a violent, over the top video game without any substance, but that is far from the truth. I quickly found the game is not only extremely violent and insanely fun, but it also carries an interesting and fairly compelling story.”
read full review ↗ - 100Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 3 (2011)Nov 8, 2011
“Call of Duty manages to raise the bar with each game that arrives year after year and Modern Warfare 3 is no exception, except this time the franchise has made a much bigger leap than it has in years past. For starters, the online game is the deepest and richest CoD multiplayer experience to date and the Spec Ops co-operative mode is worth the price of admission alone.”
read full review ↗ - 72
“Lord of the Rings: War in the North isn't the most innovative or original experience you will play on the Xbox 360, yet the co-op gameplay is very enjoyable. I can certainly see many gamers sitting back with their buddies enjoying mashing away through the games many levels while living out their LOTR fantasies.”
read full review ↗ - 87RAGEOct 9, 2011
“Although Rage has some cookie cutter moments, and the fetch quests can feel a bit too much, the visuals, control, and sound make up for this in spades.”
read full review ↗ - 80Nuclear DawnOct 2, 2011
“So, overall, FPS fans rejoice, for this is a darned good game for the price. However, definitely keep in mind my previous advice: Get a headset, work together, play the tutorials. If all you care about is a high score and a KDR, don't bother, this isn't your type of game. If you truly care about teamwork, and love games which encourage it, this is definitely your thing.”
read full review ↗ - 70The Binding of IsaacOct 2, 2011
“It's a good game, with a surprising amount of content for the price, but it will definitely turn away those who don't like even cartoon gore, and leave a slightly bitter taste in even the most hardened gamer's mouth... and mind.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Tripwire has created a very awesome game. They succeeded in making a realistic, strategic, first-person shooter. It isn't a game designed with a single-player campaign in mind. It isn't for people wanting a twitchy, run-and-gun FPS. It's designed for PC gamers who want a complex shooter.”
read full review ↗ - 60Space Pirates and ZombiesAug 19, 2011
“A valiant first effort from MinMax, and worth at least a try. Especially considering that, like many indie devs, they're adding more content post release.”
read full review ↗ - 75Revenge of the TitansAug 5, 2011
“Still, the replay value is excellent, and the game is that good mix of simple to learn, but hard to master that will keep people coming back.”
read full review ↗ - 70Dungeons of DredmorJul 25, 2011
“It isn't for everyone. But it is definitely a lot more user friendly than other examples of its genre, and, for the price, is potentially a good introduction to this sort of game.”
read full review ↗ - 85Red Faction®: Armageddon™Jun 1, 2011
“Overall, Red Faction: Armageddon is a game that grows on you. The more you play the more you really start to become immersed in this alien rich world where everything is destructible.”
read full review ↗ - 94Portal 2May 8, 2011
“Portal 2 is a top notch experience throughout. Whether you're a fan of the first game, looking for a grade A title, or simply looking for an experience other than the myriad of shooters out there today which, with Portal 2, you can't go wrong here. If the story doesn't keep you coming back the cooperative multiplayer or puzzle based gameplay will. Portal 2 is another great title from Valve and definitely worth the price of admission.”
read full review ↗ - 90Anomaly: Warzone EarthMay 2, 2011
“If you're interested in strategy games, I highly recommend you pick this one up and keep your eyes on 11 bit studios in the future!”
read full review ↗ - 72Shift 2 UnleashedApr 13, 2011
“The rest is sort of cookie cutter so far and unfortunately the game's poor controls hold Shift 2 back from being a truly great title.”
read full review ↗ - 90StackingFeb 13, 2011
“With original and stylistic visuals, solid sound, and very addicting gameplay, Stacking is an XBLA (or PSN) title that is worth anyone's time and money (about $15.00 or so).”
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