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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.

Alignment (40%)

Decoded accuracy (30%)

Player-side (30%)

Controversy record: on 19 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 11 times.

Computed 44m 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 (77 tracked)

90
Resonance: A Plague Tale LegacyAug 31, 2026 · Joel Isern Rodríguez - Kaym
“A smart combat system and an unforgettable protagonist elevate this pirate adventure above its influences.”
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85
STAR WARS Zero Company™Aug 31, 2026 · Joel Isern Rodríguez - Kaym
“Star Wars Zero Company proves that Bit Reactor's XCOM pedigree was no accident, delivering a tactical combat system built on smart action-point management, satisfying specialization combos, and mission design that keeps throwing new pressures at you mid-fight. The resource loop between missions adds real weight to every decision, even when the story carrying you between battles never quite rises above serviceable. Fans of turn-based tactics and the wider Star Wars universe will find plenty to love here, minor narrative shortcomings and all.”
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80
The Sinking City 2Aug 21, 2026
“While it suffers from occasional missteps in combat design and enemy pacing, The Sinking City 2 successfully evolves the franchise into an essential Lovecraftian survival horror experience through its rewarding exploration, brilliant puzzles, and atmospheric, highly detailed world.”
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65
Mortal Shell IIAug 17, 2026 · Joel Isern Rodríguez - Kaym
“Mortal Shell 2 hits hardest when its brutal combat and inventive weapon arsenal click into place, but a string of nasty bugs, including one that forced a full restart mid-playthrough, keep undercutting an otherwise gripping souls-like.”
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85
DuskfadeAug 13, 2026
“Duskfade is a charming love letter to PS2-era platformers that skillfully weaves nostalgic inspirations with fluid movement and a genuinely heartwarming story about time and moving forward. While its combat leaves a bit of room for improvement, Weird Beluga has crafted an exceptionally fun, vibrant adventure elevated by fantastic platforming and flawless camera control that genre fans will love completing to 100%.”
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72
Defender of the Crown: The Legend ReturnsAug 13, 2026 · Joel Isern Rodríguez - Kaym
“Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns is a loving, faithful revival of a 40-year-old classic that finally gives its combat and presentation the polish they always deserved. It struggles to explain its own systems and the roguelite mode can be brutally unfair, but once its rhythm clicks, this medieval board game of a strategy title is hard to put down.”
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80
Mistfall HunterAug 10, 2026 · Joel Isern Rodríguez - Kaym
“Mistfall Hunter arrived with a rocky beta, but the full release proves there's real substance beneath the mist. Its combat is slower and heavier than most extraction shooters, yet it hides a surprisingly high skill ceiling that rewards patience over button-mashing. Add a tense extraction loop, six distinct classes with real identity, and a technical package that runs remarkably smooth on Unreal Engine 5, and you get a game that punishes recklessness but pays off handsomely for those willing to learn its rules.”
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75
Beast of ReincarnationAug 4, 2026 · Joel Isern Rodríguez - Kaym
“Beast of Reincarnation hides one of the best parry systems of the year beneath a stillness that sometimes weighs too heavy. When it all clicks, it's pure elegance; when it doesn't, you feel every extra second of silence.”
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90
Heave Ho 2Jul 16, 2026
“Heave Ho 2 is a triumphant return for one of the best cooperative games ever made. By introducing creative level themes, smart quality-of-life additions, and even more chaotic ways to play with up to four players, it refines its brilliant physics formula into an indispensable, laugh-filled multiplayer masterpiece.”
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80
The Mound: Omen of CthulhuJul 15, 2026 · Joel Isern Rodríguez - Kaym
“The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is a tense, atmosphere-driven co-op roguelite where a shared sanity system turns every expedition into something unpredictable. The early hours are rough without a full squad, but once the group finds its rhythm, it becomes one of the more distinctive Lovecraftian experiences available in co-op.”
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80
33 ImmortalsJun 20, 2026 · Joel Isern Rodríguez - Kaym
“33 Immortals nails something few co-op games manage, the genuine thrill of trusting a stranger's name on your screen with your life. When the group clicks, boss fights turn into electric, coordinated chaos that feels like raiding in an MMO without the scheduling headache. But that same dependence on randoms is the game's Achilles' heel, runs that should take twenty minutes can drag into a tedious slog the moment your team falls apart, and the repetitive art direction doesn't help you stay invested through the rough patches. It's an ambitious, occasionally exhilarating idea that hasn't fully sanded down its rough edges.”
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80
Luna AbyssJun 6, 2026 · Joel Isern Rodríguez - Kaym
“Luna Abyss is a remarkably brave debut that understands that intense bullet-hell action means nothing without a world worth fighting for. While its limited four-weapon arsenal and rigid shield mechanics occasionally drag down the combat, the game heavily compensates with an incredibly oppressive atmosphere, superb sound design, and a genuine narrative mystique that keeps you hooked from the first minute. It carries the cracks of a debut, but it speaks with the voice of a seasoned veteran.”
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75
LEGO® Batman™: Legacy of the Dark KnightJun 5, 2026
“LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight delivers a highly entertaining and affectionate tribute to the Caped Crusader's history, skillfully combining the atmospheric essence of the Arkham series with LEGO’s signature, lighthearted humor. While its stealth mechanics fall flat and the repetitive open-world police alerts can feel bloated, the game shines through its visually stunning rendition of Gotham City, satisfying combat, and a brilliant musical score heavily inspired by the films. It stands as a rich, deeply satisfying experience that any dedicated Batman fan will thoroughly enjoy despite its minor flaws.”
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88
007 First LightMay 28, 2026 · Joel Isern Rodríguez - Kaym
“007 First Light is the Bond game the franchise has needed for fourteen years. A story that genuinely matters, melee combat with real weight, and a gadget system with actual consequences. The exploration segments drag more than they should, but when First Light lets Bond be Bond, it's hard to look away.”
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100
Mina the HollowerMay 27, 2026
“Mina the Hollower takes the best of retro gaming and elevates it to the next level, delivering an incredibly fun, challenging, and entertaining experience that lasts dozens of hours. It breathes charisma and originality in every single pixel, making it one of the best titles of the year and an instant classic.”
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How this trust score was computed

Outlet vs. players

Biggest disagreements with players

Recent reviews (77 tracked)