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 17h 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.
Recent reviews (18 tracked)
- 97
“Left 4 Dead is an amazing experience and a real good reason to keep your Xbox Live account paid up.”
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“With so many improvements over the original this is well worth a trip to the shops. Be warned it is a lot harder than before.”
read full review ↗ - 91
“Peggle is one of the most fun and addictive titles to hit XBLA in a while. Well worth the 800 MS points it will cost you.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Peggle Nights is an excellent expansion which brings even more to one of the most addictive downloadable games around.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“If you loved the last game then you will like this one and it is also a good starting point for newcomers, but series veterans might want something more.”
read full review ↗ - 95
“Modern Warfare 2 raises the bar for online gaming making this a must have for this area alone.”
read full review ↗ - 95
“This is what remakes should be all about, keeping the original story was a brave but sensible move and Lucasarts have pulled off the new look well.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“A simple idea that has never been done before. A short and fun title at a reasonable price considering it's for charity. I would like to see more of the same in the future.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“A great swan song for the Summer Live releases, don’t be put off by the faulty online modes as it should be fixed soon, and anyway the single player is worth your points alone.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Even though LocoRoco 2 is a sequel, it is still one of the most original and addictive games that you will play on your PSP.”
read full review ↗ - 89
“A brilliant shooter from when it was originally out and even better now with a nice new set of effects.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Bioshock 2 is a wonderful experience which is gripping from start to finish, it doesn't stray too far from the original though, which may be its downfall in some people's eyes.”
read full review ↗ - 91
“There is no doubt that whatever way you play through Resident Evil 5, it is packed with action and intense combat from start to end. Each of the chapters you will play through are packed with frightening and challenging enemies, however to combat this you are armed with well balanced weapons, a decent AI controlled team mate and plenty of healing aid.”
read full review ↗ - 95
“A huge improvement over the original, every element has been looked at and worked on making it a joy to play. Another must have top title.”
read full review ↗ - 95
“Darksiders is a great way to start the New Year, it offers high quality action and brain teasing puzzles topped off by wonderful presentation. Don't miss this game.”
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