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 44 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 19 times.
Computed 4m 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.
- +47Total War: WARHAMMER IIIoutlet 95 · players 48 · Mar 2022
- +29Monster Hunter Wildsoutlet 90 · players 61 · Mar 2025
- -21The Long Darkoutlet 68 · players 89 · Aug 2017
- -24Five Nights at Freddy'soutlet 63 · players 88 · Sep 2014
- +56Call of Duty®: Black Ops 6outlet 92 · players 36 · Jan 2025
- +36TEKKEN 8outlet 90 · players 54 · Feb 2024
- +31Warhammer 40,000: Darktideoutlet 85 · players 54 · Jan 2023
- +29The Last of Us™ Part Ioutlet 94 · players 65 · Apr 2023
- +32EA SPORTS FC™ 25outlet 85 · players 53 · Jan 2025
- +17Cyberpunk 2077outlet 89 · players 72 · Dec 2020
Recent reviews (449 tracked)
- 86Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedJul 8, 2026 · Kostas Kallianiotis
“Perhaps the best and most beautiful Assassin's Creed game ever is getting even better and more beautiful, with stunning graphics, new story content, and other gameplay enhancements that improve the overall experience to varying degrees.”
read full review ↗ - 74ZERO PARADES: For Dead SpiesJul 6, 2026
“A cursed game born in the midst of a corporate whirlwind, which certainly has its moments, but which is also doomed to be forever compared to Disco Elysium and found lacking.”
read full review ↗ - 95Forza Horizon 6Jul 5, 2026 · Pavlos Geranios
“Without straying from the tried-and-true formula, Forza Horizon 6 is a complete package wrapped in a Japanese ribbon.”
read full review ↗ - 74ZERO PARADES: For Dead SpiesJun 30, 2026 · Kostas Kallianiotis
“A cursed game born in the midst of a corporate whirlwind, which certainly has its moments, but which is also doomed to be forever compared to Disco Elysium and found lacking.”
read full review ↗ - 80007 First LightJun 14, 2026 · Giorgos Dempegiotis
“007 First Light is one of the most pleasant surprises of recent years and, without a doubt, a successful return for James Bond to the gaming world. Fully aware of the weight of the name he carries, IO Interactive retains the key elements of the hero that made him famous, redefining him without undermining him, while offering compelling gameplay that will satisfy fans of action games with a strong cinematic flair.”
read full review ↗ - 74Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus IIJun 12, 2026
“A solid and engaging turn-based tactics game that doesn't have any major flaws but, at the same time, doesn't really stand out.”
read full review ↗ - 74Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus IIJun 11, 2026 · Alexandros Gekas
“A solid and engaging turn-based tactics game that doesn't have any major flaws but, at the same time, doesn't really stand out.”
read full review ↗ - 60Thick As ThievesMay 31, 2026 · Kostas Kallianiotis
“It would be unfair to say it doesn’t have its moments as a stealth-action game, but at this early stage it feels more like an enhanced demo than a full-fledged release. Be that as it may, the ultra-low price of just 5 euros at least manages to offer the feeling of an "investment" and the prospect of the game's further expansion in the future.”
read full review ↗ - 85inKONBINI: One Store. Many StoriesMay 1, 2026 · Spiros Bliagkos
“Inkonbini is a carefully and lovingly crafted “painting” of 1990s nostalgia that transcends the store-management genre. Dropping traditional simulation stress for a meditative, visual novel-style experience, it centers on the philosophy of Ichi-go Ichi-e, treating every mundane interaction as an ephemeral treasure. Through mediative shelf-stocking and soul-searching night-shift dialogues, it serves as a “cozy” reminder to remain present in the imperfect now.”
read full review ↗ - 84REPLACEDApr 23, 2026 · Alexandros Gekas
“An incredibly atmospheric 2D action/platform game with top-notch immersion but rather unremarkable gameplay.”
read full review ↗ - 84REPLACEDApr 23, 2026
“An incredibly atmospheric 2D action/platform game with top-notch immersion but rather unremarkable gameplay.”
read full review ↗ - 85PRAGMATAApr 22, 2026 · Giorgos Dempegiotis
“Another high-quality title from Capcom, which stands out for its innovative gameplay mechanics.”
read full review ↗ - 89MOUSE: P.I. For HireApr 14, 2026 · Giorgos Dempegiotis
“A superbly crafted boomer shooter that stands out for its interesting artistic style and substantial playtime.”
read full review ↗ - 89MOUSE: P.I. For HireApr 14, 2026
“A superbly crafted boomer shooter that stands out for its interesting artistic style and substantial playtime.”
read full review ↗ - 86DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACHApr 1, 2026 · Alexandros Gekas
“An improved, smoother but not groundbreaking sequel that will mainly satisfy fans of the first game.”
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