PlayStation LifeStyle's Scores

  • Games
For 492 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 52% higher than the average critic
  • 4% same as the average critic
  • 44% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 2.8 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 70
Highest review score:
Critic Score 100
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Score distribution:
  1. Negative: 58 out of 492
492 game reviews
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 80
    A great pool sim and game all-around, with more modes than you can shake a pool cue at. The supreme amounts of polish the game and the menu have make it a nearly flawless experience. Throw in online and even Cross-Platform Play, and Hustle Kings is a seriously packed game for the price.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    SSX
    With an impressive set of levels based on real-world topographical data provided by NASA, hundreds of connected events to conquer, and the always-on RiderNet to tie scores together, there is a ton of content in SSX. More importantly than that, controls are tight and incredible combos can be linked together by all the seasoned players out there.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 80
    Cross-play functionality save sharing is top notch, but a lack of online multiplayer is a shame. MotorStorm RC is easily one of the Vita's best budget games, as well as top title for the PS3.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 80
    Unfortunately, there are a few flaws that will make some players hesitant to pick this up, but, for $14.99, Skullgirls is as complete as any retail fighting game package. So if you have some friends to play with locally or a decent internet connection, Skullgirls is definitely worth a look.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 80
    While not groundbreaking on a technical level, the game's visuals are the best we've seen from this studio. Every locale feels authentic and lived in, making the experience, although incredibly linear, still feel organic.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    Ultimately, the incredible amount of fun and content to be had within Metal Gear Solid 2 and 3 outweighs a lot of this package's negatives. But the lack of Peace Walker is such a glaring omission, it really cannot be dismissed all that easily.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 80
    From the moment I turned it on, it took me by surprise. The setting of a once luxurious, sand-covered Dubai is a true stroke of genius, and makes for both gameplay and story situations that are a cut above the norm-especially when it comes to cookie-cutter military shooters.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 80
    The game is a huge time sink in terms of exploration and leveling, making it a perfect way to while away the summer doldrums.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 80
    For a $10 PSN game, Retro/Grade offers a unique, albeit short, experience that you won't find anywhere else.
    • Metascore: 69
    • Critic Score 80
    With two controllers, you're getting the best PlayStation Move title available.
    • Metascore: 62
    • Critic Score 80
    Orgarhythm does a great job of blending two genres together in a perfect celebration of music and strategy.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 80
    LBP Karting certainly lacks progression for the franchise. LBP2 opened the world of video game development to anyone and everyone, but Karting doesn't allow for the same type of variation in gameplay.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    It's not perfectly executed, but it comes damn close.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 80
    A tribute to the PlayStation fans that have supported the brand over the years, and whom have been eagerly awaiting a game like this since the advent of Smash Bros. SuperBot has delivered a game that embodies everything these iconic PlayStation franchises and characters offer, and it will surely make PlayStation fans proud.
    • Metascore: 63
    • Critic Score 80
    A very short list of flaws are barely able to tarnish what amounts to a hidden gem among a busy holiday retail season filled with blockbuster AAA titles.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 80
    Leave the inner critic at the door and dive into Anarchy Reigns without cynicism. Anyone hoping to do some soul-searching will be sour by the end, but if you've got a need for anarchy SEGA and Platinum have this dish piping hot. Anarchy Reigns is violent, vulgar, and a confusingly hilarious, all within a tight budget.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    Those willing to endure a sharp learning curve are treated to the reward of feeling like a virtual golf pro. This year doesn’t bring the revamped title that the series is craving, but for now it’s enough to offer the most realistic golf experience on the market.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    The game looks and sounds incredible on the smaller platform, and that’s not just a testament to the handheld’s power, but also a testament to Team Ninja’s ability to create a quality title.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 80
    The main problem I see with Injustice, is that it lacks enough differences from Mortal Kombat to truly feel like a unique game, and is instead most of what made the Mortal Kombat reboot shine, packed into a DC Universe wrapper.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 80
    Its quest structure makes it perfectly suited for a portable, yet its addictive nature will have a lot of players never wanting to put it down.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    Thomas Was Alone might not be a flashy, adrenaline pumping action-fest, but it is everything that I love about quirky PSN games.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 80
    I would never recommend it to a casual player; but to everyone else searching for a challenging single player first-person game—Metro: Last Light is what you have been waiting for.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 75
    The Darkness II feels very much like a sequel in transition. Digital Extremes tried to bring back components that made the original Darkness successful, while trying to improve upon the game and add their own voice in as well. The result is a solid success that is fun and very enjoyable, but doesn't improve drastically on the original.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 75
    The Vita-specific features aren't enough for me to recommend a purchase if you already have Plants Vs. Zombies on another platform. Unless you simply must have the expanded trophy set (including a Platinum) and you're already a big fan (like me). But if somehow, some way, you've missed this game before, the PlayStation Vita version is still one of the better versions out there.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 75
    The addition of various Vita technology adds to gameplay, rather than detracting and feeling forced on you. Yes, the combat is mostly repetitive, and yes, the graphics are nothing to write home about. But with plenty of items to collect and various strategies to try before going into battle, Omega Force has made some significant changes that change up the monotony of battle.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 75
    Because it's been designed specifically to take advantage of the Vita's portability and social features, it's very much a success. Be it single-player or co-op, the gameplay is smooth, shooting is accurate with the Vita's twin sticks, and each mission's unique objectives keep the experience feeling fresh - and fun - each time you load Unit 13 into your Vita.
    • Metascore: 72
    • Critic Score 75
    With some further streamlining, refinement, and innovation, with particular attention paid to the multiplayer, the next installment could be amazing.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 75
    The amount of teams to choose from is actually very impressive and should give everyone a great choice of selection.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 75
    As a complete package, Starhawk isn't a groundbreaking PS3 exclusive in the way that Uncharted or God of War is. It's lacking in a few areas, keeping it short of greatness. But if you liked Warhawk, enjoy strategy in your multiplayer, or are thoroughly ingrained in a clan, then Starhawk will be welcome break from the norm.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 75
    A triumph for players out there looking for an addicting RPG full of creating items and building your kingdom to new heights.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 75
    If you've already played both Portal games to death and are dying to sink your teeth into another mind-bending puzzler, look no further, for Quantum Conundrum will undoubtedly satiate that craving. Just don't expect it to blow you away like jumping through portals for the first time.
    • Metascore: 68
    • Critic Score 75
    Legasista is a dungeon that is begging to be explored by anyone who likes to grind it through trap-filled levels.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 75
    A hell of a fighter with some interesting additions that frankly, no one else is doing. That's great and all, but I do think it's time to Tekken to follow other's lead and do something drastic to reinvigorate and reinvent the series. While it's not a terrible thing, it really is just more of the same. But that "same" just so happens to be a solid, deep, rewarding fighter, with a huge, but somewhat bland roster.
    • Metascore: 72
    • Critic Score 75
    Warlords is a surprisingly fresh take on the brick breaking genre, with a pleasantly charming visual style, and a lot of personality. It definitely has it's issues, but they almost never hinder the core gameplay experience.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 75
    Pid
    Pid takes the cinematic 2D platforming genre to the next level with incredible graphics, a great soundtrack, and good level design. The fact that they didn't at least add a friendlier difficulty level does take away from the overall experience though.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 75
    Despite the occasional slowdown and sometimes unpolished presentation, Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus is a fine, fast, and furious choice on the road. Just be on the lookout for other ninjas. They be everywhere.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 75
    The addition of the Ultimate Decisions tries to alleviate that issue but falls a little bit short. Thankfully the story, characters, and visual effects are all top notch and help to hide some of the flaws in the game.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 75
    Awakened is a good, dementia filled experience for anyone who liked Dead Space 3 and was left wanting more, but will do little to sway new owners into picking up the game just for the downloadable content.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 75
    There’s a lot to enjoy in Zombie Tycoon 2, even though at first glance it might seem a little generic and barebones in comparison to more serious real-time strategy games.
    • Metascore: 58
    • Critic Score 70
    The game works well for what it is trying to accomplish, and that is to really make you feel as though you are right there on the field, standing in the players cleats. Those that are trying to get this as a replacement for Madden will be sorely disappointed.
    • Metascore: 64
    • Critic Score 70
    Alpha Protocol does have its flaws in almost every corner, with its frustrating mini-games to the way the game handles combat as well as pretty poor AI. However, this game is a fresh take and face on a new franchise which includes an involving storyline paired with a new twist on character interaction making Alpha Protocol a fairly enjoyable game.
    • Metascore: 88
    • Critic Score 70
    The game didn't do enough in my eyes to improve on what made the first game so great.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 70
    It sets itself apart with its story and environment.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 70
    What holds the game back from being a truly stellar title is its dreadful combat system, as well as its lack of originality.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 70
    Even though it lacks originality and the character roster could have been improved upon, the game is still a blast to play and deserves a spot in any Sega fan’s collection.
    • Metascore: 69
    • Critic Score 70
    Considering it’s for the PSP, 2010 FIFA World Cup, in the end, is a decent football game. It does have its flaws–visuals are poor, gameplay is identical to past iterations in the PSP FIFA series, and you may be better off waiting for FIFA 11. However, audio is spot on, and a broad range of modes adds plenty of replayability and value to the title.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 70
    Incredibly shortened loading times when run off the Memory Stick/internal Go memory.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 70
    The on disc content offers a great value with all of the riders and content for the 09? MotoGP season and free 2010 DLC makes this a must have for any motorcycle racing enthusiast.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 70
    Freekscape: Escape from Hell is a good example of the entertainment and value a PlayStation Minis title should contain, or indeed any PlayStation Network title. Although the graphics may be lackluster, this shouldn’t detract from the experience that Freekscape: Escape from Hell delivers – and shouldn’t be missed by any PlayStation owner.
    • Metascore: 68
    • Critic Score 70
    Lost Planet 2 literally tries to do everything a shooter should, but it doesn’t mean much when the game is plagued with minor issues and dull gameplay.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 70
    Although the online is a ton of fun especially playing as the creatures it is a real shame they couldn't of added more. You should be able to get a few hours of fun, but this looks to fade out pretty quickly.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 70
    The game is not without its growing pains as the graphics suffer at times, offline co-op is absent and the Multiplayer can become a lag fest. However when the dust settles and you step past these issues, you are left with one of the most enjoyable games featuring transforming robots in recent memory.
    • Metascore: 62
    • Critic Score 70
    One of those games that you will enjoy playing but will leave you wanting just a bit more from the developer.
    • Metascore: 62
    • Critic Score 70
    As seems to be the case with most Minis, this will not likely convert those of you who are not fans of this genre, but any dart-heads out there should definitely give this one a shot.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 70
    While the content is very short, it is also a very enjoyable experience overall. The game itself does a great job of telling Leliana's backstory, featuring fully voiced cutscenes throughout Leliana's Song.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 70
    The top notch 2D visuals help bring the game to life with movie-inspired characters and storyline. The lack of an online co-op mode holds Shank back from being a real enjoyable co-op title, and it really should have been included in the package.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 70
    Ultimately though, this is still the same critically scorned game from 2007, just with a couple of added features.
    • Metascore: 55
    • Critic Score 70
    Core gamers looking for a deep experience, or loners wanting a solo affair will be gravely disappointed in Start the Party. However, those of you who buy it for what it is meant to be are in for a real treat.
    • Metascore: 65
    • Critic Score 70
    With multiple endings and an easy but deep synthesis system, this game will easily net you 25+ hours without breaking a sweat.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 70
    Those who are new to the Sonic series, or are just looking for a game to shoot through in under 2 hours will find a good bit of fun here. However, those who have played past iterations of Sonic, preferably the Genesis classics, should proceed with caution, as many of the things that made Sonic great are absent in this latest outing.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 70
    While there is a heavy emphasis on the compatibility of cooperative multiplayer, unfortunately the game is truthfully best enjoyed alone.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 70
    For those looking for a more 'blockbuster' feel to their FPS, they might want to look elsewhere. Although the game is 'grounded in reality', it still has it's fun and offers a good variety of gameplay moments.
    • Metascore: 60
    • Critic Score 70
    The Shoot is a decent game overall. It doesn't bring anything new to the table, but it perfectly fills the void of a truly fun-to-play, laid-back shooter that's been missing on the PlayStation 3.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 70
    In spite of Fallout: New Vegas being plagued with bugs, it still manages to take what is familiar and make it work. Sadly, I'm still not sure if putting in the hours is worth the effort just yet because of the random crashing that occurs, and that can really break your patience if you forgot to make that last important save file.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 70
    Although it is frustrating on many occasions and let downs such as commentary may detract from the overall experience, it still can't take away the fact that the game has received much-needed improvements, a slew of exciting additions such as the addictive Master League Online, and some top-notch visuals.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 70
    At the end of the day, NBA Jam is a solid reboot that does a good job of keeping to the franchise's roots, while adding a few new game modes to the table.
    • Metascore: 60
    • Critic Score 70
    Despite some of the sound issues, Crazy Taxi still looks great, plays great, and is sure to get everyone from the hardcore to the casual involved.
    • Metascore: 57
    • Critic Score 70
    The game's appeal will quickly wear thin for older, more mature gamers, as the game's lack of a 'goal' besides keeping your pet happy. For those looking for the ultimate virtual pet experience for their children on the PSP, EyePet is their answer.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 70
    Ys: The Oath in Felghana is one of those games that fits perfectly on to a handheld system. Its balls to the wall game combat is wonderfully complimented with a simple item and upgrade system. Running in unison with the game is a great soundtrack and a minimalistic story, which in this case is not a bad thing.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 70
    This game won't get you to the summer olympics, but it's a good first start toward a healthier lifestyle.
    • Metascore: 69
    • Critic Score 70
    Sky Force is a fun diversion, and fans of the top-down shoot 'em up genre should definitely consider picking this up.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 70
    The lack of any online component does put a damper on this game, but still shouldn't turn you away. This may not be for everyone, but if you like to throw darts with friends on the weekend, this will be a nice bonus for the living room.
    • Metascore: 65
    • Critic Score 70
    Regardless of these minor draw backs, Explodemon! is a fun game, and does a good job of bringing back retro game elements that are rarely seen in new titles any more.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 70
    Modern Combat: Domination is a valiant attempt at trying to go head to head with shooter genre giants such as Call of Duty and Battlefield and is, to some extent, successful, but overall the title fails to bring anything new to the table, or build upon other titles.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 70
    A good game for kids, since its never very challenging or frustrating, and it makes for simple platforming fun.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 70
    The plot is rather generic, the voice acting is inconsistent, the framerate struggles at times and graphically the game is average at best. But none of that should be enough to dissuade any RPG fan from buying this game.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 70
    The platforming is solid, even if other parts of the game lacking, and it accomplishes everything that it sets out to do.
    • Metascore: 61
    • Critic Score 70
    A decent game that should find a home with people wanting a solid JRPG. A couple of nagging flaws keep this game from fully reaching its potential, but even with those, there is still plenty to enjoy here. A serviceable story provides good balance between humor and drama but is killed at times by awkward dirty jokes.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 70
    Unquestionably, WWE All Stars features some of the most addicting arcade-style gameplay seen in any wrestling title to date. But the lack of content in some areas will leave you wanting more. And you will want more because of the fun-factor.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 70
    A ridiculous amount of collectibles is distributed all throughout this, and it's enough to keep the most dedicated fans busy for a long time. Unfortunately, those are the only people that will last through it all, since most will be deterred soon after the end of the campaign by the monotonous gameplay, a lackluster 'plot', and somewhat redundant bonus missions.
    • Metascore: 62
    • Critic Score 70
    NASCAR 2011: The Game has its highs and its lows, and while the overall career mode is pretty shallow and the presentation can sometimes be quite inconsistent, the core gameplay, specifically the sense of immersion, is what will be bringing players back.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 70
    It's still the best baseball series on the market, and lack of innovation isn't going to take that away anytime soon.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 70
    The only real downside are the controls and combat system, which feel dated. This is the very best collection available for Tomb Raider fans, or for anyone who wants to learn about Lara Croft and the series.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 70
    It's a puzzle game that had the ability to set itself apart from the genre with the addition of music elements, but fell prey to the ease of taking the traditional route.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 70
    When I sat down to write, I was prepared to be more positive about SOCOM 4. Multiplayer and co-op make for a ton of fun and the game is built solid from the ground up, but don't waste your money if you only plan on playing SOCOM 4's single-player campaign.
    • Metascore: 64
    • Critic Score 70
    While StarDrone is enjoyable at first, it quickly becomes repetitive and tedious. Level design seems to actively encourage gamers to replay levels to unlock high scores, but the linear puzzle elements and simple levels make replaying levels unappealing.
    • Metascore: 61
    • Critic Score 70
    MX vs. ATV Alive takes what was new about Reflex and tweaks it subtly, though the lack of a traditional career mode ends up hurting the game more than helping it.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 70
    In the end it seems odd, and a little disappointing that Volition chose not to include any directly competitive multiplayer mode, especially after the unique flair of the one in Guerrilla. However, the modes available do provide plenty of fun and gameplay, making Armageddon well worth playing.
    • Metascore: 57
    • Critic Score 70
    A fun co-op experience with an interesting storyline. Tie in a dungeon creator, and it can keep you coming back for more with a fresh new map to play on.
    • Metascore: 69
    • Critic Score 70
    If you are in the market for an RTS experience that will test your mettle and only lightly dent your online wallet, then Under Siege is a game you want to look into. Those wanting something that stays closer to the traditional formula of games like Starcraft won't find much comfort here.
    • Metascore: 65
    • Critic Score 70
    This game will do a good job of keeping your heart rate up throughout the huge amount of exercises that it offers, all while you are having fun.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 70
    Catherine is a great narrative with a unique blend of puzzle and simulation. It's a shame that the simulation sections didn't play a larger role in the experience, as they feel like the reward for completing the repetitive and frustrating puzzle sequences that make up the bulk of gameplay.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 70
    For what you would spend on one measly map pack in another game you could pick up an entirely new arcade style FPS, with a full campaign and robust multiplayer mode which, simply put, is a fantastic deal.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 70
    Technical issues and some repetitiveness keep it from being labeled as great.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 70
    A fast-paced, non-stop downloadable title, that makes sure to leave everything it has on the table. Fantastic environments, explosions, and weapons make for an experience that is fun to play solo but better with friends. However, the game is around 3-4 hours to complete and the online is the same maps from the single player that can become way too easy.
    • Metascore: 60
    • Critic Score 70
    For fans of the first game, and fans of JRPGs structure, White Knight Chronicles II is an engrossing trek through a large, beautifully rendered world. It's a game that provides a large foundation of content to explore, which is only prohibited by its average gameplay.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 70
    If you've traveled this path before, the only new things that are really offered are trophies and the option to enable 3D if you've got the hardware. However, if you haven't had the chance to experience the lore of Sam Fisher (and you're not an inverted player), the Splinter Cell Classic Trilogy HD has the potential to offer you a unique and memorable journey.
    • Metascore: 64
    • Critic Score 70
    Adding in real world environments, with real world cities and landmarks, gives the game a real world feel.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 70
    The offline mode can get tiresome, but the online modes are enough to keep arcade gamers busy for some time.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 70
    It's a competent fighter, yes, but nothing about it really screams "must-have" unless you are a diehard SoulCalibur fan.
    • Metascore: 55
    • Critic Score 70
    A fun stealth game with tons of depth, innovative use of Vita tech, and some very interesting systems.
    • Metascore: 62
    • Critic Score 70
    Takes a great kart racing series, and adds a much easier to use creating system. Touch screen controls make the track studio much more intuitive and easier to use. Not adding in head-to-head online racing is inexcusable in this day and age. While it doesn't totally ruin the experience, it does take away from the overall series.
    • Metascore: 72
    • Critic Score 70
    I would love to see a humorous single player campaign to go along with this experience. Gotham City Impostors provides an oasis for those of us tapped out from modern military syndrome, and an original variation on the Batman theme. If the community continues to grow, it can only get better.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 70
    Ever the more lighthearted tennis game than its competitors, the arcade feel of Virtua Tennis 4 is a welcome addition to the Vita lineup. It handles well, looks nice and has a style that lends itself very well to portability. Of tennis.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 70
    It would have been nice to see the team at EA Sports put a bit more time into refining the engine and bringing over a larger bulk of the game modes. It would have also been nice to see the touch screen controls used a bit better, and the back touch pad's sensitivity turned down.
    • Metascore: 68
    • Critic Score 70
    While this may be the best iteration of the series in some time, it's mostly just a ton of potential that ultimately lets you down. Pitching is great, but batting needs some practice. Fielding is frustrating, and even more so when you take the game online. Audio work is incredible, but not reactive enough nor as customizable as in The Show.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 70
    A well-made JRPG that never strays too far from its series roots.
    • Metascore: 72
    • Critic Score 70
    The changes from the series' traditions and the usual gameplay design may put off some, but fans of the Super Mario 64 era of platformers should very much like Rayman 3's gameplay experience. Ubisoft did a solid job of handling the game technically and brightening up the visuals for the high-definition era as well.
    • Metascore: 57
    • Critic Score 70
    Despite having this replayability, the two-hour length makes Datura a hard sell at $9.99. Still, I do recommend trying this unusual, unique psychological experience, if only to see what it's all about and to try and figure out what I means to you-even if it is accompanied by overly frustrating, cumbersome controls.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 70
    What it may lack in depth, Prototype 2 makes up for in solid open-world action and fun. It's highly recommended to anyone who feels that open-world games have offered too many constraints and would just like to engage in some havoc. However, the game's lack of variety and repetitive mission structure may not offer other gamers the experience that they're looking for, especially when compared to other games in the genre.
    • Metascore: 63
    • Critic Score 70
    The game offers stress-free, relaxing gameplay that allows its users to be as creative as they'd like to be. Although PixelJunk 4am may have a lack of traditional game elements, that same lack of traditional game elements is what makes it great and one of the most fascinating and intuitive experiences available for PlayStation Move.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 70
    The gameplay is great and the unique Pawn system makes you feel like you're playing with others even though it's a single player experience.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 70
    The inclusion of the free roaming open world aspect is a huge step in the right direction, but is let down by the lack of a mini-map and some extremely shoddy vehicle work.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 70
    It's a terrific starting point to build future installments from. However, I think that Beenox really needs to sit down and understand what makes Spider-Man an interesting character to play and find ways to accurately capture that feeling without overly simplifying the experience.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 70
    The reality is that Skylanders: Giants is age-appropriate fun that harkens back to the delight you had collecting Pokémon cards or mashing your way through a dungeon crawler. If you've got little ones, then you already know the verdict here.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 70
    The first game is absurdly weak and offers little more than a look into the world before it ends abruptly after five hours.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 70
    There’s a gem to be found in this game, but boy is it tucked in deep.
    • Metascore: 61
    • Critic Score 70
    Well worth the base price for players looking to find a great third-person shooter with a good deal of ever-evolving content.
    • Metascore: 63
    • Critic Score 70
    The easy move set, complemented by the addition of a dodge roll; combined with the Action RPG elements and encased by really good local and online ease of entry make for a truly fun title to keep any player busy for at least an afternoon.
    • Metascore: 57
    • Critic Score 65
    A game that starts you out with a bang from the very first menu, but starts to fade down the stretch. The bland environments, serious lack of depth in the enemy department, and the repetitive nature of the combat don't do it any favors either.
    • Metascore: 64
    • Critic Score 65
    LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5 – 7 won't surprise you. It won't wow you with amazing graphics, or incredible sound, or a gripping storyline. It will, however, entertain and charm you if you are a fan of the Harry Potter franchise.
    • Metascore: 65
    • Critic Score 65
    The true value of the game comes from playing it as a multiplayer experience. Attempting to play through the game as a single, offline player is an uphill struggle during the more difficult missions, and diminishes much of the value found here. But while the multiplayer component provides an interesting platform for interacting with other like-minded mech enthusiasts it only works to mask the otherwise competent core experience beneath it.
    • Metascore: 68
    • Critic Score 65
    To put the game into perspective, it's like Monty Python got together and said "Let's make a video game."
    • Metascore: 62
    • Critic Score 65
    The game is a great fit for younger children who might not be ready to navigate the open-world Gotham, or for gamers who would like a LEGO Batman 2 fix on the go and are open to its more condensed offerings. However, gamers looking for a game that offers everything that the home console version does and nothing else should pick up that version, as LEGO Batman 2 Vita won't quite be what they're looking for.
    • Metascore: 72
    • Critic Score 65
    As copies of the modern versions can be picked up for a comparably low cost, with a still existent online community, I cannot recommend this to anyone but an old school fan looking to revisit some memories.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 65
    Both games have been ported nicely, with a few new features that weren't there originally.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 65
    If you're a fan of the series or you want to spend time running around stabbing people, Assassin's Creed III: Liberation will suffice, but because it tries so hard to be like a console title, its failure to match the level of depth, breadth or enjoyment you'd expect is all the more heartbreaking.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 65
    You can play it on both the PS3 and Vita but I found it a bit better suited for the on-the-go style of the Vita.
    • Metascore: 65
    • Critic Score 65
    A good tactical RPG that never gives you a wow factor but stays solid throughout.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 65
    At its core, Thieves in Time is an average platformer that has some pretty art and that Sly Cooper charm. Fans of the franchise will love it because it’s more Sly, but those looking for something that goes above and beyond will likely be left feeling a bit disappointed.
    • Metascore: 65
    • Critic Score 60
    AvP far outstrips the movies of the same name, but is no where near the landmark experience that the original game was.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 60
    A solid, above-average RPG. It does little new and doesn't advance the RPG genre any, yet is still good enough and would be a steal with a lower price.
    • Metascore: 72
    • Critic Score 60
    While the battle system receives two thumbs up for trying, the rest of the game receives a thumbs down. The steep difficulty might turn off casual RPG fans, though hardcore RPG fans will enjoy the challenge.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 60
    Rather than a true piece of DLC, The Taxidermist feels more like a deleted scene from the game–something that the developers began to work on, but, for some reason or another, never quite finished.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 60
    At $4.99 the game is at the top end of the minis price range, making it rather costly for a game that is basically just a rudimentary time management game. Supermarket Mania can provide hours of enjoyment for fans of management sims, but it does little to provide anything new or unique, and fails to expand upon the genre.
    • Metascore: 62
    • Critic Score 60
    Kane and Lynch 2: Dog Days suffers from many issues. Everything from choppy gameplay to bland character design plague what could have been a semi-decent title. Simply put, these are definitely dog days for Kane & Lynch and after this sequel, let's hope they stay dead men.
    • Metascore: 49
    • Critic Score 60
    If you think you have what it takes to be the next "Top Gun," you can take to the skies for $15 on the PlayStation Store. However, if you decide not to take the gamble on this game, perhaps a video rental of that classic movie will give a much better feel for the real "Maverick."
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 60
    With 20 levels of increasing difficulty it does have a good bit of replay, but it is a shame that all the levels are identical.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 60
    Overall Earthworm Jim HD suffers from many poor design choice which really puts forth that this it is a remake of an older game. From the lack of weapon choices to the frustrating level design it has a hard time competing with today's games. All that being said it still has its fun parts and the multiplayer is excellent with friends.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 60
    Warriors of Rock is in no way a broken game – there is just nothing very compelling or ground-breaking brought to the stage.
    • Metascore: 68
    • Critic Score 60
    Sure, it's not as refined as its competitors, but WRC delivers a solid rally experience, particularly for hardcore fans. But the sub-standard visuals detract from the otherwise entertaining racing experience and the lackluster presentation doesn't the help the game in any way.
    • Metascore: 58
    • Critic Score 60
    Front Mission Evolved is a bold risk, a gamble, and a new direction for the series. Unfortunately the negatives outweigh the positives making a purchase a tough decision when games are expensive.
    • Metascore: 65
    • Critic Score 60
    Blood Stone is an enjoyable game if you can see through the bland driving action, forgettable story and the shoehorned multiplayer mode, but at the end of the day this ambitious game has a lot of unfulfilled potential that could further add onto the promise that this series has going for itself.
    • Metascore: 58
    • Critic Score 60
    Time Crisis: Razing Storm might not be the blockbuster shooter title that the PlayStation Move is waiting for, but if you're looking for a fun arcade shooter to play with a friend, this might be your cup of tea.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 60
    Overall, Apache Air Assault offers players enough content across its 16 levels of multiple stages to warrant a purchase. However, because of the lacking variety in the missions and the all too quick repetitive nature of title, many gamers may find themselves growing tired of flying the Apache's before they have even managed to get past the learning curve.
    • Metascore: 60
    • Critic Score 60
    If you can see through the repetitive, sometimes frustrating gameplay, then you may get your fix here.
    • Metascore: 63
    • Critic Score 60
    When the final Stormtrooper is slain, only one word comes to mind that describes Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II: disappointing.
    • Metascore: 60
    • Critic Score 60
    It's in no way a bad game, especially once the Galleries are factored in, it's just not, at all, a good one. There was potential, and the campaign's story and mood are easily the best in any hunting game, but, in the end, it simply doesn't hit its mark.
    • Metascore: 58
    • Critic Score 60
    From its sometimes frustrating platforming, to its button mashing combat, Tron: Evolution has many shortcomings. Even with these issues, fans of the Tron universe will get some enjoyment out of this game, and all in all it is not a bad rental, but for those who are not interested in the franchise, its best to steer clear of the game.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 60
    Just a demo of Move controls in the LBP universe.
    • Metascore: 57
    • Critic Score 60
    The music is pleasing, and the art style is impressive. But with a weak story, bland fetch quests comprising the majority of your campaign, and absolutely no voiceover work whatsoever, this game is hard to recommend to anyone but fans of this genre of games.
    • Metascore: 55
    • Critic Score 60
    Trinity: Souls of Zill O'll can be summed up in ultimately one word: average. It's nothing you simply must buy.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 60
    Slam Bolt Scrappers serves its course as a good multiplayer title but feels incomplete, especially at its current price of $15. At a little more than a dollar a level, there is tremendous opportunity for a complete world of creative level design that you'll feel cheated out of.
    • Metascore: 68
    • Critic Score 60
    But if you enjoy the thrill of this particular chase, and can overlook the game's average visuals, occasionally glitchy audio, and even the rather flat control scheme in cockpit mode, then you will likely enjoy MotoGP 10/11.
    • Metascore: 57
    • Critic Score 60
    A title that will only appeal to hack and slash fanatics, and will push away many people looking for something more.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 60
    It's a completely generic affair, however, that does not stray from your typical formula of level grinding and copious, repeating dungeons.
    • Metascore: 72
    • Critic Score 60
    To say that Brink is a bad game wouldn't be accurate, and instead it's a good game that falls short on delivering its full potential. Had it come with more maps, and a little bit more emphasis on the story to make gamers want to learn more about The Ark, it would have been a great class shooter. Straight out of the box it is just a decent one with bad A.I.
    • Metascore: 69
    • Critic Score 60
    For Virtua Tennis to survive, it needs new ideas, and a more robust experience wrapped around the fast-paced experience.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 60
    A moderately fun action-adventure title that creates an interesting, albeit confusing experience to play through, which just needed a little more polish, spark, and character progression to make it great.
    • Metascore: 72
    • Critic Score 60
    But now, over three years since the release of the original, a lot of the gameplay seems lacking.
    • Metascore: 65
    • Critic Score 60
    With a mere $10 price tag, 4 Elements HD provides plenty of gameplay, but it's still something I would only recommend to people who are already fans of the genre, and perhaps people looking for another game to utilize their Move controller with.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 60
    Aterlier Totori is not a game for everyone, as some gamers might find themselves bored with the gather and create formula, but it is still a solid RPG experience.
    • Metascore: 59
    • Critic Score 60
    Its charming world and creatures will keep most kids entertained, and playing with them as you explore the world can be rewarding. With most puzzles able to be solved in a few minutes' time, Okabu can be repetitive and slightly dull, but if you can get past the slow start there is an enjoyable game to be found here.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 60
    The difficulty alone is enough to keep you busy for a long time, even despite there being three sectors. But if you're a glutton for punishment, you could give a go at topping the leaderboards. Aside from that and few cheats that let you change the visual filter, there's really not a lot of replay value here.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 60
    Everybody Dance certainly isn't the greatest dance game on the planet and lacks depth in most of its features, but for the moment it's the best you'll do for a fun dance game on PS3 and makes for a decent party game, so if your looking to get groovy with the Move this is the way to go.
    • Metascore: 65
    • Critic Score 60
    The game doesn't come out unscathed, as the long load times kill much of the flow in the game and could leave some of the more impatient kids/families searching for something else to do. This, along with other minor technical issues hamper this game from realizing its full potential.
    • Metascore: 52
    • Critic Score 60
    A great little game that can burn up more than a few hours of your time. There is an option for downloadable content from the main game menu, so the developer is thinking ahead. The $9.99 price tag seems a little high due to the short story, but if future DLC were to be free, or minimally priced, the price would fit better.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 60
    Overall, the game is too short, even for a minigame, but each minigame is rather enjoyable – especially for younger children.
    • Metascore: 57
    • Critic Score 60
    Those wanting a group experience on par with the console versions of the same game might be disappointed in its less-accessible multiplayer and being limited to two people, in addition to the logistical problems presented by the touch screen-based play style. On the other hand, Jackson fans who don't mind the experience now becoming mostly single-player and involving no dancing on their part will find a fun, entertaining rhythm game.
    • Metascore: 49
    • Critic Score 60
    While it does seem that Gameloft might have rushed the title a little to hit the PS Vita launch, it's still a well designed game with plenty of content to keep you busy for quite a while.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 60
    The second downfall, and possibly a deal breaker for some sim fans, are the graphics. From a distance the game looks great, but up close and personal it loses the detail and sharpness that you would expect on the 5 inch OLED screen.
    • Metascore: 53
    • Critic Score 60
    Makes some great improvements over the first and is by far the better game, but not as much better as we would hope. The gameplay takes a huge step forward to provide the fun, albeit easy, combat that the first game lacked. However, the story takes a huge step back, making even the game of golf seem interesting, which becomes even more frustrating with the quick and small dungeons that push you quickly back to the story.
    • Metascore: 55
    • Critic Score 60
    The gameplay is far too simplistic for older gamers who will have the game deconstructed to the bare basics in a matter of hours. In other words, easy to learn and easy to master results in a mildly repetitive game.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 60
    In a weird way, Mad Riders is a game that seems to have too many different race types. The fact is that the game seems to be at its best when the event is just a simple race.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 60
    After playing Transformers: Fall of Cybertron only one word comes to mind: functional. It's sad that a game with as many narrative hooks and the look of the generation one Transformers is so prone to technical issues and some bizarre design choices.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 60
    If you've got a hankering for scantily dressed girl fighting muscle-loaded men, you'll probably be ready to pick up your preorder, but the rest of us have better things to do with our time.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 60
    It still doesn't come together cohesively, and ends being a disjointed mess. There's almost too much content, diluting the shining moments that make Resident Evil 6 special.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 60
    Little King's Story was a unique and interesting Wii game, and New Little King's Story does well overall in delivering that experience on a portable system. While an okay follow-up to that game, there's something about the magic of the first one that has worn off a little bit this time.
    • Metascore: 65
    • Critic Score 60
    If you are a fan of mystery games, and a fan of Sherlock Holmes, you'll enjoy this title. If you are looking for a fast paced, action style game, look elsewhere.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 60
    Fight for Fortune isn't broken, despite the odd decision to let another game's completion percentage determine your power. As a portable game, it lends itself well to the Vita's on-and-off capability. Still, if you don't like card-battling games, you won't enjoy a second of this, because that's all it is.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 60
    There are some truly fantastic ideas that are here, but the whole thing feels like it should have spent much more time in the design phase. The game’s dearth of compelling content makes the experience a chore, and it’s hard to empathize with any of the characters in any meaningful way.
    • Metascore: 62
    • Critic Score 60
    Even though I didn’t think Nun Attack was good, it is only $3 and you receive roughly four hours of playtime. If you want a game like this where you’ll boot it up for just a few minutes each day, I’d say it is worth the money and you should buy it.
    • Metascore: 57
    • Critic Score 55
    The lack of depth and overall variety and longevity make Little Deviants feel more like a $9.99 PSN title over a retail title.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 55
    Sorcery is like baking a cake, but with only a teaspoon of sugar, one egg, a pinch of flour, and a tablespoon of baking powder; all of the ingredients are there, but there's not enough of each ingredient to make the magical game that PlayStation Move owners have been looking for.
    • Metascore: 56
    • Critic Score 55
    Unfortunately, everything that could be used to make Inversion a unique and standout game - if not a sleeper hit - has such a small presence in the game that it just feels like a squad shooter with decent mechanics and some different ideas.
    • Metascore: 49
    • Critic Score 55
    There isn't enough variety between modes, and even though the games are indeed quite fun, the brevity of them and how quickly they begin to repeat leaves Lights, Camera, Party! feeling like there is a distinct lack of content.
    • Metascore: 55
    • Critic Score 55
    Beneath the awkward plotline and the average gameplay, you can see the game that it was meant to be, and that is the saddest story of all.
    • Metascore: 51
    • Critic Score 55
    If you are looking for a top-down car combat racer with a ton of content for a relatively low cost this could be a title to check out, but if you are looking for a well polished game that does not need a number of hours to crack the surface, you should probably pass.
    • Metascore: 68
    • Critic Score 50
    When it comes down to it, Nier is a decent game that has some very cool ideas behind it, but overall falls short of what it could have been.
    • Metascore: 46
    • Critic Score 50
    Forgettable.
    • Metascore: 43
    • Critic Score 50
    While Quantum Theory boasts its own unique attributes, it ultimately is not a title which shooter fans will be blown away by. It is a shame since, if the title delivered where it essentially failed, it could of been a totally fresh experience for gamers.
    • Metascore: 58
    • Critic Score 50
    John Daly's ProStroke Golf is a realistic golfing experience hampered by limited content and horrible presentation.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 50
    It is an interesting take on an off-road racer with some seriously breathtaking jumps, but lacked basically everywhere else.
    • Metascore: 65
    • Critic Score 50
    Eat Them! could have been a truly amazing game – the visuals are impressive, the destruction based gameplay is very enjoyable, and the customisation can add depth to the title. But Eat Them! misses the mark, and sadly by a long way: repetition, a lack of variety, and a faulty health mechanic, make the game often more painful than enjoyable.
    • Metascore: 52
    • Critic Score 50
    The graphics are moderate, but the controls can be clunky and may prevent you from enjoying the short experience.
    • Metascore: 45
    • Critic Score 50
    A funny twist to the console war, diverse characters, and an interesting take of healing are the positives. However these are far outweighed by bland dungeons, overly easy combat, and a rather boring story.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 50
    Every aspect of the single-player campaign is poorly executed and designed. And when you finally push through it, the ending leaves far too much open to feel any sense of closure - you can tell that a sequel was always planned from the get go. Bad news Kaos and THQ, if this is what you give us, we don't want anymore.
    • Metascore: 57
    • Critic Score 50
    An incredibly customizable experience from top to bottom, but it has enough problems to keep it from ever becoming anything.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 50
    With a multiplayer option that is severely lacking in polish and depth, Dungeon Siege III sets itself as a mainly single player dungeon crawler. With a campaign that was over at around 11 hours and very little replay value, the game is very hard to recommend at a $60/£40 price.
    • Metascore: 51
    • Critic Score 50
    Duke Nukem Forever is the result of what first began as perfectionism that slowly snowballed into mismanagement.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 50
    Puzzle Agent is too short, and not memorable enough to warrant our stamp of approval, and there are far better games on PSN, and from Telltale Games.
    • Metascore: 43
    • Critic Score 50
    It's a shame where the series has headed lately, and fans should skip out on PlayStation Move Ape Escape altogether.
    • Metascore: 41
    • Critic Score 50
    An average game. It offers a quick pick-up that will entertain you for a few hours at best. Once experiencing all the modes that the game offers, it most likely will not be played again any time soon.
    • Metascore: 58
    • Critic Score 50
    A game that, while technically sound, doesn't have near enough content to draw in the average player. Add in the fact that there are really only 3 environments in the game and it can be beaten in under 4 hours, and you have a recipe for a perfect weekend rental.
    • Metascore: 61
    • Critic Score 50
    It doesn't have any particularly horrible problems or glitches, but at no point is any part of the game especially impressive or enthralling either.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 50
    The online trouble, coupled with the lack of spice in the campaign, leads to a very average game that drags on for a few hours too long.
    • Metascore: 69
    • Critic Score 50
    Max & the Magic Marker makes for a decent kids game to add to your Move enabled collection, but despite having some interesting gameplay points it stops short of doing anything deep with the mechanics at hand.
    • Metascore: 72
    • Critic Score 50
    Reloaded is a game that doesn't do enough to win over gamers who never played the classic and for those who fell in love with this N64 classic, you might be better off wiping that dust off your old N64 console. The game feels like it was stuck in the middle of modernizing the experience too much and sticking true to the roots, opting to stay around the middle.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 50
    I typically don't mind short campaigns, but an experience just over 5 hours that doesn't leave you wanting more is certainly not a good thing. As a whole, Syndicate is a functional shooter that employs some interesting concepts but fails to really flesh them out to their fullest.
    • Metascore: 61
    • Critic Score 50
    If you've played the PlayStation Move version (which is easier to control and doesn't have fingers getting in the way of the screen) on the PS3, then leave this one be. It's the same 60 levels, plus a few Vita exclusive levels added for good measure. But it's not enough for warrant a second purchase.