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 3 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 1 time.
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.
- +42Assault Android Cactusoutlet 100 · players 58 · Mar 2016
- +28Fallout 4outlet 100 · players 72 · Nov 2015
- +26NieR:Automata™outlet 100 · players 74 · Mar 2017
- -10The Witnessoutlet 70 · players 80 · Feb 2016
- -8Salt and Sanctuaryoutlet 80 · players 88 · Mar 2016
- -11Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlightoutlet 80 · players 91 · Mar 2017
- -8Furioutlet 80 · players 88 · Jul 2016
- -9Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemmaoutlet 80 · players 90 · Jun 2016
- -6Shantae: Half-Genie Herooutlet 80 · players 86 · Dec 2016
- +34Flinthookoutlet 100 · players 66 · Apr 2017
Recent reviews (40 tracked)
- 100What Remains of Edith FinchApr 28, 2017
“What Remains of Edith Finch is a personal story, one that really hit home for me in just about every way imaginable. It’s a game that finds beauty in death and demonstrates the importance of appreciating what little time we are given to experience what life has to offer. The story of the Finch family is strange and at times might not seem possible, but dig deep enough, and you’ll find a wonderful game with a profound perspective on life, family, and what we leave behind.”
read full review ↗ - 100FlinthookApr 18, 2017
“I see myself coming back to Flinthook for a while to come. Like many other Tribute games, it is tightly designed; nothing feels extra, nothing feels stark. I love mashing packs open. I love unlocking relics. I absolutely hate getting hit in this game, and I love that about it. If you’re wondering whether you might like Flinthook or not, take this test: Do you like video games? (Y/N).”
read full review ↗ - 80Momodora: Reverie Under The MoonlightMar 17, 2017
“Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight is an excellent game. Instead of attempting to innovate, the game instead focuses on delivering a polished adventure with satisfying combat, an interesting world to explore, and lore that can naturally be uncovered by the player. There are loads of indie Metroidvanias out there, but Momodora is one that’s absolutely worth your time.”
read full review ↗ - 100NieR:Automata™Mar 2, 2017
“In the end, NieR Automata’s story is profound, at times heartbreaking, and in other instances you’ll spot tiny glimmers of hope. It’s an expertly crafted story that’s uniquely presented to toy with the way you perceive characters and the world surrounding them. It’s a crazy ride from beginning to end and one that completely blew me away, in spite of my own absurdly high expectations. ”
read full review ↗ - 902064: Read Only MemoriesFeb 24, 2017
“2064: Read Only Memories presents an interesting, if not predictable, narrative that is propelled by its strong cast of characters and excellent world-building. It’s refreshing to see a developer put so much care into creating a cast as diverse and interesting as this.”
read full review ↗ - 80FlywrenchFeb 24, 2017
“Flywrench is far more than the simplistic graphics might let on, these colored lines create diabolically difficult obstacle courses that will take the utmost skill to complete. Capitalizing off short levels and instant respawns, Flywrench follows in Super Meat Boy’s footsteps by presenting a challenge that’s harder to put down than it is to finish.”
read full review ↗ - 100Titanfall® 2Jan 20, 2017
“The best way to describe the gameplay in Titanfall 2 is fluid and precise. ”
read full review ↗ - 80Shantae: Half-Genie HeroDec 30, 2016
“The Shantae series and its characters are always bursting with so much personality. These games are carefree, self-aware, and silly – in many ways an adventure with Shantae feels sort of like an old Saturday morning cartoon. Whenever I jump into a new Shantae game, I’m confident that I’m going to have a good time and that continues to be true with Half-Genie Hero.”
read full review ↗ - 100ThumperNov 22, 2016
“Thumper really isn’t like anything else I’ve played and I don’t say that lightly. Yes, there are similarities to other games in the genre, but the rush of adrenaline and existential dread felt throughout the game are just small factors in what ultimately sets it apart. Thumper is a brutal deep dive into the abyss, one that will relentlessly push you to your limits again and again.”
read full review ↗ - 90LEGO® STAR WARS™: The Force AwakensOct 14, 2016
“Overall, LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens is a genuinely faithful recreation of the Star Wars universe, while being brilliantly entertaining, charming and as good as any LEGO Star Wars game which has came before it, therefore it is not only a highly recommended game if you are a fan of LEGO games, but also if you are a fan of the Star Wars universe.”
read full review ↗ - 80HueSep 6, 2016
“Clever use of colors and perception to create some interesting and challenging puzzles.”
read full review ↗ - 100OvercookedSep 6, 2016
“The pacing is perfect, introducing new recipes and level obstacles in a way that consistently keeps the player engaged and wondering what could possibly come next. After having three friends over to play the game, all three of them went home, separately purchased it, and played it to completion either solo or with a significant other. I’m not sure any game I’ve shown my friends before this has had the same effect.”
read full review ↗ - 100ABZUAug 2, 2016
“ABZÛ should be played with as few story details known as possible. The story and your journey are made great by the surprises that happen along the way, so take your time and explore everything that ABZÛ offers to you, it is absolutely worth it.”
read full review ↗ - 90I am SetsunaJul 28, 2016
“It’s not without faults, of course; Flux and Singularity could be explained a little better, a run button on the world map would be welcome, and Endir’s place as a silent protagonist is a bit disappointing. Still, I Am Setsuna kept me fully engaged from start to finish and, overshadowing any complaints I might have, provided a world and characters that I care about.”
read full review ↗ - 80FuriJul 27, 2016
“Despite some frustrating jailers I still really enjoyed most of my time spent with Furi. The combat is excellent and exploiting enemy weaknesses genuinely feels rewarding. Not every jailer fight is great and the intermission sequences should be shorter, but the highs greatly outweigh the lows on this one.”
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