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.
Computed 23h 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.
Recent reviews (8 tracked)
- 85
“Portal is really good. It’s an excellent appetizer for the likely future of the series, be it on a more intricate sequel, additional contents (that are already a certainty), or even the integration of the idea on Half-Life.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“World at War is just as solid as Modern Warfare, with interesting missions, fabulous immersion and the competent (but mostly familiar) multiplayer options. And zombies are fun!”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Overall, Crysis Warhead is an excellent stand alone, not to be missed by fans of the first game.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Castle Crashers is a frequently hilarious old school action game, with nice longevity and an excellent four player co-op mode.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“LocoRoco 2 may play it safe, choosing not to mess with a successful formula, but it adds a few nice twists here and there.”
read full review ↗ - 100
“Spore manages quite some feats – it's accessible for casual gamers, but at the same time so real and dynamic, able to offer hardcore gamers a demanding experience and, obviously, a more appealing one than in "The Sims".”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Toki Tori is a good puzzle game, reminiscent of classics like The Humans, Fury of the Furries, Lemmings and Lost Vikings.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“More than an ambitious title, it's a work of love by its creators, and it constantly shows. Even those not used to tactical RPGs may fall for the beautiful design and polished game mechanics.”
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