How this trust score was computed
This reviewer publishes verdicts, not numbers, so trust comes from their recommend/pan calls: call accuracy (50%): when they say buy, do players end up satisfied, and when they say skip, do players agree; alignment (25%): do their recommendations sort games the way players do; and player-side (25%): on games where press and players sharply disagreed, whose side were they on. The blend is shrunk toward a neutral prior (60) so small histories can't peg the scale, and recent verdicts weigh more (2-year half-life).
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.
Recent reviews (6 tracked)
- 80ShantyTownApr 20, 2026 · Stephanie Valentine
“Rempen’s dreamy city-block builder ShantyTown is an approachable adventure that cozy gamers will love, with content robust enough to deeply satisfy more seasoned surveyors.”
read full review ↗ - 60Don't Stop, Girlypop!Jan 31, 2026 · Stephanie Valentine
“Despite its saccharine-sweet songs, kitschy customization tools, and alluring aesthetics, Don’t Stop, GirlyPop! gameplay detracts from an otherwise poignant (and timely) story.”
read full review ↗ - 80Death HowlJan 29, 2026 · Mikey Yaden
“Death Howl is a challenging and rewarding adventure with a solid deckbuilding experience for players brave enough to stick it out. Ro’s gripping story of grief shines despite being part of an oversaturated genre, and the game’s deep strategy and unforgiving Soulslike elements make it feel truly brand-new.”
read full review ↗ - 90TR-49Jan 28, 2026 · Mikey Yaden
“If inkle’s TR-49 isn’t a game you’d typically reach for, I challenge you to step outside of your comfort zone and give it a try. This code-breaking puzzle is fresh and really highlights the importance of branching out.”
read full review ↗ - 95Neon InfernoNov 24, 2025 · Mikey Yaden
“Neon Inferno is a game that arcade heads and old-school gamers will absolutely adore.”
read full review ↗ - 95DispatchNov 19, 2025 · Mikey Yaden
“In a great year for gaming, Dispatch stands tall. Don’t dismiss it because you don’t like the formula; think of it as an interactive motion comic. Open your mind and enjoy one of the year’s best stories. A lot of heart and strong writing should put this on your Sonar—ope, sorry, your radar. Dispatch is a must-play for anyone still rooting for the superhero genre.”
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