Vandal Online's Scores

  • Games
For 2,139 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 77% higher than the average critic
  • 4% same as the average critic
  • 19% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 3.5 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 76
Highest review score:
Critic Score 100
Lowest review score:
Critic Score 20
Score distribution:
2,139 game reviews
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    It's not a revolutionary title, and undoubtedly it will receive new expansions which will broad its contents, but we have no doubt this is the best title in the series, a natural evolution of a game concept which has engaged millions of users through the world.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    Not just in the fighting genre, this is one of the best games on Nntendo DS, and this is saying a lot if we consider the huge portfolio of the console. We hope the other two Bleach installments currently on the way for Nintendo DS arrive Europe in this way: perfectly translated to Spanish and keeping is fun online mode.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    Ultimately, Burnout Paradise is a fantastic racing game that no devotee of the genre should let escape him. It has taken a year to arrive, but it delivers the most complete edition of the game, with a graphic engine excellently adapted to PC, and with a user community ready to squeeze the most of this Criterion work.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    Perhaps the guys at Treyarch haven't surpassed its predecessor's bar, but it really was too high. Nevertheless, this does not mean Call of Duty: World at War is not a very good game, it is indeed one of the best of its genre, and no shooter fan should miss it.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 90
    Perhaps the guys at Treyarch haven't surpassed its predecessor's bar, but it really was too high. Nevertheless, this does not mean Call of Duty: World at War is not a very good game, it is indeed one of the best of its genre, and no shooter fan should miss it.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 90
    Perhaps the guys at Treyarch haven't surpassed its predecessor's bar, but it really was too high. Nevertheless, this does not mean Call of Duty: World at War is not a very good game, it is indeed one of the best of its genre, and no shooter fan should miss it.
    • Metascore: 92
    • Critic Score 90
    You can say its not very innovative in comparison with the original game. But this is a minor thing if we take into account that this is without doubt the best game in the genre, and a great achievement if we consider the great struggle with its rival, that doesn't lose grip.
    • Metascore: 91
    • Critic Score 90
    You can say its not very innovative in comparison with the original game. But this is a minor thing if we take into account that this is without doubt the best game in the genre, and a great achievement if we consider the great struggle with its rival, that doesn't lose grip.
    • Metascore: 92
    • Critic Score 90
    Rock Band 2 offers a fantastic game experience no one should let escape, specially if we count the impressive track list included.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    Disgaea finally arrives to Nintendo DS, in a game promising hours and hours of fun for tactic RPG fans, with an adventure that without doubt is within the best of its genre.
    • Metascore: 91
    • Critic Score 90
    RPG lovers shouldn't let escape this title that offers a strong story and an impressive conversational mode.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 90
    Music games fans can fall in love with Ryhthm Heaven, or just the contrary, because its proposal is very different in comparison with most of the musical games in the market today.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    As we have already said, Henry Hatsworth is one of the best and biggest surprise the Nintendo DS has given us in this year. Its excellent and varied gameplay is its best argument to understand its success between the critic and the public, apart from its fun story and its unlimited addictivity, thanks to combining two concepts: puzzles and platforms.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 90
    LocoRoco 2 wisely takes the torch of the first installment and succeeds again in PSP with an original title, fresh (though with the same basis than the first one) and extremely entertaining.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 90
    This new Square Enix entry into the fighting genre is completely superior to Ergheiz, with a combat system which engages since the very first minute, redesigned character and an original story.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 90
    If Patapon was surprising because of the freshness and charm of the characters, Patapon 2 completely lacks that, which can lead to think that this is simply the same game, with some minor touches to deliver and strengthen the console portfolio. Nothing further from the truth, this title can be compared with any blockbuster on the PSP.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 90
    The new contents are not as good as the original games, and the enemy AI could have been improved, but without doubt this is one of the most interesting launches of recent months.
    • Metascore: tbd
    • Critic Score 90
    Konami has stood in the venerable tradition of the series in PlayStation 2, offering more of the same, which is maybe what its loyal public, the ones who haven't jumped into the high definition yet, wanted. If you are between them, this is your football game.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 90
    Although it may seem that Guitar Hero 5 is just an update of the last year edition, the truth is that the new features, the improvements in the interface and the track list make it the best installment of the series in the last years.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    Although it may seem that Guitar Hero 5 is just an update of the last year edition, the truth is that the new features, the improvements in the interface and the track list make it the best installment of the series in the last years.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 90
    Although it may seem that Guitar Hero 5 is just an update of the last year edition, the truth is that the new features, the improvements in the interface and the track list make it the best installment of the series in the last years.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 90
    Although it may seem that Guitar Hero 5 is just an update of the last year edition, the truth is that the new features, the improvements in the interface and the track list make it the best installment of the series in the last years.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 90
    The Ballad of Gay Tony is the perfect ending of the GTA IV "saga", and one of the best acquisitions available on Xbox Live Arcade.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    The first Space Invaders Extreme was a new start for the popular series, and this new installment is an evolution and a notable improvement in comparison.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    Rock followers will keep favouring Guitar Hero, but now everyone can turn his home into a disco, and a friend meeting in a fun music session.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    Rock followers will keep favouring Guitar Hero, but now everyone can turn his home into a disco, and a friend meeting in a fun music session.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    Rock followers will keep favouring Guitar Hero, but now everyone can turn his home into a disco, and a friend meeting in a fun music session.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 90
    Left 4 Dead 2 takes the best from the first game and improves it. Despite the few technical advances, Valve has make the most of its time these months and has improved, when possible, every aspect of the original game.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 90
    Left 4 Dead 2 takes the best from the first game and improves it. Despite the few technical advances, Valve has make the most of its time these months and has improved, when possible, every aspect of the original game.
    • Metascore: 55
    • Critic Score 90
    COP The Recruit was born to demonstrate that limits exist to be pushed forward.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 90
    This s a tremendously ambitious title everyone should try.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 90
    This Gameloft proposal makes Asphalt 4 Elite Racing one of the best racing games available on Nintendo DS, specially in its subgenre, "real" car races. Mario Kart DS is still a difficult title to beat.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    Over the Top Games has shown that it's possible to develop excellent games with the relatively limited resources of WiiWare. It's not just having an original and good idea, but also knowing how to make the best of the available resources.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    Splosion Man is one of the best Xbox Live Arcade games, a fantastic platform game nobody should let escape.
    • Metascore: 88
    • Critic Score 90
    The Secret of Monkey Island Special Edition is one of the most recommended buys of this summer, provided one hasn't played the classic game before.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    The Secret of Monkey Island Special Edition is one of the most recommended buys of this summer, provided one hasn't played the classic game before.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 90
    Dirt 2 is a very remarkable work that fulfills expectations.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 90
    This expansion completes what was already one of the most important games of PlayStation Network, and it should be in all racing fans hard drives. A must-buy for any player who have enjoyed Wipeout HD.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 90
    Fun in the multiplayer and different to any other game in the market, Fat Princess is one of the best titles available in the digital marketplace, an instant classic which adapts game modes of other genre under a new and fresh approach.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 90
    Modern Warfare Reflex is a great adaptation and a really good game. It's true there is a difference between the visuals in this game and the original, but its gameplay remains the experience which have made so many players enjoy.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 90
    Hearts of Iron 3 follows the previous installments becoming the current most complete war game.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    Again, the Professor Layton series triumphs in the adventure and puzzle genre. Certainly the game will satisfy both casual players and genre fanatics.
    • Metascore: 69
    • Critic Score 90
    It's always good to play the greates 16-bit classics, specially at a good price. But if the game is of this caliber, it is almost a must-buy.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    PixelJunk Monster Deluxe is one of the most enjoyable games we can currently find in downloadable format, both in domestic and portable consoles.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 90
    Although Intersect proposal is extremely simple within the puzzle genre, only after playing several games we'll realize its actual addictive capabilities, which will keep us playing for hours.
    • Metascore: 91
    • Critic Score 90
    It does not have real innovations, but is excellent as an ultimate version of Street Fighter IV.
    • Metascore: 92
    • Critic Score 90
    It does not have real innovations, but is excellent as an ultimate version of Street Fighter IV.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    Although the absence of a multiplayer mode makes it less fun than the PS3 original, it is still a must buy for any PSP user.
    • Metascore: 69
    • Critic Score 90
    Invizimals bets for creativity, illusion and fantasy. It's not an adaptation of a known formula to a different hardware, but a discovery.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    Those who expected a game as good as the Nintendo 64 original will be happy to see Treasure has delivered.
    • Metascore: 88
    • Critic Score 90
    A dark and sordid revisit to Liberty City full of content and quality.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    GTA returns to its utmost craziness through a great and charming story.
    • Metascore: 72
    • Critic Score 90
    After Burner Climax is pure arcade. Pure fun concentrated in a game in which time goes much faster.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 90
    After Burner Climax is pure arcade. Pure fun concentrated in a game in which time goes much faster.
    • Metascore: tbd
    • Critic Score 90
    GTA returns to its utmost craziness through a great and charming story.
    • Metascore: tbd
    • Critic Score 90
    A dark and sordid revisit to Liberty City full of content and quality.
    • Metascore: 68
    • Critic Score 90
    Penta Tentacles is a very fun game, as passionate as simple, that makes the best of a formula to bring us three game modes and a high quality challenge, with an unusual atmosphere.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 90
    The setting change works well, and the story will please series followers, with surprises and comebacks which will thrill Resident Evil fans. Resident Evil 5 offers a quality experience, despite some incongruities - all of them can be overlood -, which will engage us in front of the TV for hours, thanks to its gameplay and its high doses of action, tension and fun.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    The setting change works well, and the story will please series followers, with surprises and comebacks which will thrill Resident Evil fans. Resident Evil 5 offers a quality experience, despite some incongruities - all of them can be overlood -, which will engage us in front of the TV for hours, thanks to its gameplay and its high doses of action, tension and fun.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 90
    Jett Rocket is a short game, but maybe because hours pass very fast, as it is such a great game.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 90
    This game won't get any originality award, but Soul of Darkness is an excellent example of a game style that, actually, it is not as common as we would like.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    Dragon Quest is synonymous with classic Japanese RPG, and this ninth entry in the series keeps itself loyal to that spirit. But its multiplayer focus brings new features, which result in obvious improvements but also in some flaws.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 90
    This is one of the best launches of the year. It is ambitious in its presentation, the script immerses us in the life of a gangster from the very beginning, and the missions are hardly repetitive: there is always an unexpected twist or a new situation which tests our abilities.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 90
    This is one of the best launches of the year. It is ambitious in its presentation, the script immerses us in the life of a gangster from the very beginning, and the missions are hardly repetitive: there is always an unexpected twist or a new situation which tests our abilities.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 90
    This is one of the best launches of the year. It is ambitious in its presentation, the script immerses us in the life of a gangster from the very beginning, and the missions are hardly repetitive: there is always an unexpected twist or a new situation which tests our abilities.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 90
    Square Enix has shown the way for the rest to follow with this great Tomb Raider spin off.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 90
    Metroid: Other M is a constant homage to the series. Its classic gameplay has been revamped and is more action focused, but it retains parts of its past. The game has achieved to turn Samus into a more human character, and the story is much more important this time, which is a good thing.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 90
    This Xbox 360 has the best of the original game, solves the potential control problem, and adds as its main innovation the multiplayer mode.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 90
    This is an excellent update of the classic title.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 90
    This is an excellent update of the classic title.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 90
    2K Sports keeps surpassing itself, and NBA 2K11 could be the best and most complete basketball simulator ever.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 90
    2K Sports keeps surpassing itself, and NBA 2K11 could be the best and most complete basketball simulator ever.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    Very few times you can say this about a downloadable content, but with ten hours of one-player campaign, a completely new story, refined graphics and sound and more multiplayer modes, Undead Nightmare is worth every cent it costs.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    Very few times you can say this about a downloadable content, but with ten hours of one-player campaign, a completely new story, refined graphics and sound and more multiplayer modes, Undead Nightmare is worth every cent it costs.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    DJ Hero 2 has what people want from a well made sequel, enhancing the better parts of the original, broadening what has to offers, and at the same time having its own personality while mantaining the essence of the previous game.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    DJ Hero 2 has what people want from a well made sequel, enhancing the better parts of the original, broadening what has to offers, and at the same time having its own personality while mantaining the essence of the previous game.
    • Metascore: 88
    • Critic Score 90
    DJ Hero 2 has what people want from a well made sequel, enhancing the better parts of the original, broadening what has to offers, and at the same time having its own personality while mantaining the essence of the previous game.
    • Metascore: 90
    • Critic Score 90
    This is a great platforming game which would have turned it the best in years, had it included a difficulty selector.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 90
    This is a magnificent game. It is a priceless revision, almost erudite, of the Disney world, and as a platform-adventure game is one of the best in the last years.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    It has taken some time to change the number, but it deserves the three, thanks to its eight game modes, which take the best of the last entries, polishing the experience and offering more.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 90
    We can say without hesitation than this is the best Sonic game for the Wii, and maybe the best Sonic 3D ever made.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 90
    For its great varierty and frantic pace, it will please both classic action gamers and zombie game fans, providing they want to go through an overwhelming experience of massive attacks, with hundreds of enemies trying to kill you.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 90
    Cave Story is one of the bastions of independent games, and its Wii port offers something else than just charging for it. Its new features are worth the money it costs: revised sound and graphics, a well-made difficulty system, good control and some extras both for veterans and newcomers.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 90
    Legend of War is hands down the best strategy game ever made for PSP, a must-buy for fans of the genre.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 90
    They have done it again. Bit.Trip Fate is a completely new twist in the series, a fifth entry which shows freshness and almost no links with previous games.
    • Metascore: 90
    • Critic Score 90
    Although it may look too short in content if judged only as an expansion, Blizzard has done an overwhelming job renewing the World of Warcraft universe.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 90
    Not only improves on the original, but also offers a great implementation of PlayStation Move control, and enough new features to set a new landmark.
    • Metascore: 91
    • Critic Score 90
    LittleBigPlanet 2 is again a unique game, and it reinvigorates the formula multiplying the possibilites of the game editor, assuring fans months and months of new and memorable user-created content.
    • Metascore: 88
    • Critic Score 90
    Speed and spectacle are the words that define Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit, a succesful entry which hits the spot and brings some freshness to EA series.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 90
    Speed and spectacle are the words that define Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit, a succesful entry which hits the spot and brings some freshness to EA series.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    Professor Layton and the Unwound Future doesn't just build over the previous games, it further improves the experience, both in quality and quantity.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 90
    This is not only the best option in the market, it is also a must-buy for football world fans.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 90
    This is one of the best games on the Wii and arguably the best first-person shooter made for the console.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 90
    Stacking is a fresh and original game, full of fun situations which challenge us to solve puzzles that require some intellectual effort.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    Stacking is a fresh and original game, full of fun situations which challenge us to solve puzzles that require some intellectual effort.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 90
    Flux tries to return to the origin of the series, in a risky but interesting twist which achieves to engage the player. It mantains the high difficulty level of all the series, but changes some gameplay features that eliminate frustration.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    It has the same base as the first game, but adds lots of new dangers and interactive mazes that make it more than an expansion. And also something that extends the duration of the game: competitive and cooperative multiplayer modes.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    The game maintains its virtues intact: good plot, great gameplay and an attractive artistic design. The technical improvements also help it narrow the time gap between today and the original's release.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    A great leap for the Pokémon series, but which comes when Nintendo DS is about to be "retired". A very complete and balanced Pokémon game, with more than 700 creatures to catch.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    A great leap for the Pokémon series, but which comes when Nintendo DS is about to be "retired". A very complete and balanced Pokémon game, with more than 700 creatures to catch.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 90
    It offers more posibilities than ever before, a deep online mode designed to last for months, and enough fun to become the perfect buy for racing fans. More complete and fun than previous Motorstorm games, and powered by an unprecedented cinematic spectacle.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 90
    A great adaptation of the classic arcade game, with almost all the features of the home version, great graphics and good 3D effect.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 90
    This game doesn't bring freshness to the series, but it is still a great and entertaining game, and now has a great multiplayer.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    Its great presentation and level design and its great replay value make Angry Birds Rio a must for Apple users, both Angry Birds followers and newcomers.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    It was already a great game on Nintendo DS, and this version adds a multiplayer mode and beautiful graphics.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    It was already a great game on Nintendo DS, and this version adds a multiplayer mode and beautiful graphics.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 90
    If you haven't enjoyed this game before, this is the best way to discover the most influential game in the series.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    The latest Mortal Kombat is, in our opinion, the best in the series so far. This is more ambitious than the previous ones, has a perfect roster of fighters and offers more content than any other fighting game.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    The latest Mortal Kombat is, in our opinion, the best in the series so far. This is more ambitious than the previous ones, has a perfect roster of fighters and offers more content than any other fighting game.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    Outland has enough virtues to be remembered as one of the best platforms games of the year. If you like the genre this is a must-have.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 90
    Outland has enough virtues to be remembered as one of the best platforms games of the year. If you like the genre this is a must-have.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    This is a unique game, both for visuals, sound and gameplay, although it is a shame it hasn't been localized to more languages.
    • Metascore: 96
    • Critic Score 90
    As great as the original, and for a great price.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 90
    A risky and original game that does well everything it proposes. Magnificient and engaging, with a design that gives the player absolute freedom to solve the challenges.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    A must-have for those who are looking for something new.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    A great adaptation of one of the best fighting games of its time, with the phenomenal addition of an online mode.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    A great adaptation of one of the best fighting games of its time, with the phenomenal addition of an online mode.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    Spy Mouse is, above all, a fast and direct game that is as good as we come to expect from Firemint. It is enjoyable, and its imaginative levels pushes us to keep playing to the end. Once all the levels have been surpassed, the game engages you to play them again to earn all the medals, and there is were Spy Mouse excels.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 90
    Renegade Ops uses simple but effective gameplay mechanics, which will be liked for those looking for an spiritual succesor of Jackal, and also shoot'em up lovers. The game is short in duration, but its cooperative modes compensate for it.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 90
    Renegade Ops uses simple but effective gameplay mechanics, which will be liked for those looking for an spiritual succesor of Jackal, and also shoot'em up lovers. The game is short in duration, but its cooperative modes compensate for it.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 90
    Rage delivers as an action game, with outstanding graphics and gameplay that is sometimes tactic, sometimes savage and always intense. Some players may expect a sandbox, but the game is really a very classic action shooter.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 90
    Rage delivers as an action game, with outstanding graphics and gameplay that is sometimes tactic, sometimes savage and always intense. Some players may expect a sandbox, but the game is really a very classic action shooter.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 90
    This is the most complete, large, fun and ambitious Trackmania game ever made. It improves upon the formula that has make the game succeed, and again challenges us to beat our best times and also our rivals'. And at a very attractive price.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    Addictive and very surprising, even when you have been playing several hours, The Binding of Isaac is yet another quality game from independent developers.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    Cool races, lots of powers to unlock and a demanding but fun gameplay. RedLynx offers yet another great racing game, that is fun and engaging, and a very interesting option both for solo and online players.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    Yet again the best game to make the most of Kinect, and an example of how to make a charming game for everyone.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 90
    A must-have for genre followers, that again puts NIS as the leader in strategic RPG games. We miss more options, like the possibility to save the game in the middle of a battle, and a more comprehensive online mode. The best Disgaea game to date.
    • Metascore: 88
    • Critic Score 90
    Everything fans may expect. A frantic and incredibly fun multiplayer with tons of options, game modes and unlockables, and also very well polished, and an intense campaign that concludes a story which started with Modern Warfare four years ago. The formula is aging - although it works as well as ever, its visuals are stagnating, but this is still a must-have for those looking for direct action.
    • Metascore: 88
    • Critic Score 90
    Everything fans may expect. A frantic and incredibly fun multiplayer with tons of options, game modes and unlockables, and also very well polished, and an intense campaign that concludes a story which started with Modern Warfare four years ago. The formula is aging - although it works as well as ever, its visuals are stagnating, but this is still a must-have for those looking for direct action.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    If you like 2D platforming games you can't miss this game. Visually gorgeous and with impeccable gameplay, this is a love letter to platforming games and also a great multiplayer experience for up to four players. Rayman has returned with great strength with a very inspiring title.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    If you like 2D platforming games you can't miss this game. Visually gorgeous and with impeccable gameplay, this is a love letter to platforming games and also a great multiplayer experience for up to four players. Rayman has returned with great strength with a very inspiring title.
    • Metascore: 93
    • Critic Score 90
    Minecraft is one of those games that everyone must try. You can stop playing for a month and return, to discover how many new features there are for us to try. A game that makes you feel like a child again, and one of the most remarkable ones in the last few years.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 90
    A great step forward for wrestling game that we think will convince the fans. Those who haven't played wrestling games too often have a great chance to approach them again, as WWE 12 changes a lot in comparison with previous Smackdown vs RAW entries.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    This is a gift for Sonic fans. It is not only one of the best Sonic games ever made, but also a great port and adaptation, something not that frequent. Its price is also helpful to recommend it. Although the game doesn't have any improvement in graphics, they have aged well.
    • Metascore: 90
    • Critic Score 90
    An outstanding puzle game, that starts slowly but evolves quickly, becoming very addictive. A great start for Intelligent System on the 3DS and at a great price.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 90
    The Old Republic is here to stay, and offers epic galactic adventures making the most of the Star Wars universe. Although it doesn't evolve the gameplay of the genre, with a very conservative style, it takes a leap in improving the narrative, successfully achieving to tell a great story. We are eagerly waiting for updates and improvements in the future.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    An HD update that does justice to the less-known chapter in the Oddworld series. Those who missed the original for whatever reasons shouldn't let escape this update that enhances graphics and tells the story of a charming character.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 90
    A delicious experience every player should try. If you haven't tried the Wii version, its price on the iOS is a great opportunity to play one of those special games that only this digital downloads era has made possible.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    A great game for iOS. An enjoyable and easy to play title, yet difficult to dominate, full of good humour and with a lond duration. A winner cangaroo.
    • Metascore: 88
    • Critic Score 90
    DrawRace 2 is not only one of the best racing games in the App Store: it is also one of the most attractive and fun titles in the store. It still has an original gameplay, fresh and addictive, and a very interesting game system, improving upon the first installment.
    • Metascore: 90
    • Critic Score 90
    One must-have compilation. The first reason for this is that the three games are great ones, and shine in HD, especially MGS3, who can stand the comparison with some current games. If you have played one of the titles, or even the three, there are still good reasons to play again some of the most influential console games of the last generation.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 90
    A must-have, but not for everyone because of its strange story and puzzle gameplay. The story is only for mature audiences, and can only be understood by, and the "cube towers" are not accesible for all players. If you like the genre and the theme this is a game you will remember.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    Crusader Kings II is probably the best game Paradox has ever made. The nordic studio is getting more and more experienced in the strategy genre after years making excellent titles, and the depth of Crusader Kings II is simply overwhelming. Thanks to its good AI, the game gets challenging and realistic. Its only flaws are the limitations in the military part.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    A gift for fans of both series and fighting games players. A deep, technical and solid game that integrates perfectly the mechanics of both series. A huge piece of work that is a dream come true for those fans who have been expecting a crossover like this for years.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 90
    Prince of Persia Classic is an excellent iOS adaptation of one of the greatest videogame classics. Both if you are a fan of the original title or a newcomer to videogames this is a must-have for your iPhone.
    • Metascore: 88
    • Critic Score 90
    Although we don't understand why this PSVITA version has lost its multiplayer component, it is still a great platforming game and one of the best in the platform launch portfolio. Also, the game feels very good in a portable format, and is a very recommended buy for those who don't own the game on another platform.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 90
    This is easily the best game in the series and one of the most recommended buys of the launch portfolio of the PSVITA. It doesn't make the most of the console technical prowess nor uses imaginatively any of its touch control possibilities, but it is a puzzle game that fans of the genre will love for months.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 90
    One of those games you must try and install in your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. Its gameplay is simple and unique, very demanding if we are not able to adapt, but really addictive if we get engaged by the game.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 90
    A more than justified sequel. The gameplay doesn't change a lot, but the new features bring some freshness and renovation to the formula, and the new visuals are great. It is as addictive as ever, and a sure bet for your iPhone.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 90
    A great game that might pass unnoticed by most gamers. It attempts to adapt to everyone, offering tons of customization options for the controls, and has an excellent gameplay and a very complete multiplayer game.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    A magnificient expansion that not only includes more content, but adds noteworthy new features to refresh the experience and make the game feel new and different, despite retaining the gameplay base of the original title.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 90
    It is not a perfect game and we don't think it will become a classic, but if you enjoy this sort of games, Frobisher Says! will offer you plenty of hours of fun while you are discovering what PSVITA is capable of. A game worth a chance.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 90
    The first Crytek game for the iPhone is a pleasant surprise. Maybe it is too short, but its graphics are outstanding and provides a lot of fun.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 90
    BlazBlue for PSVITA is as good as in the rest of consoles. It has a great fighter roster, plenty of game modes, a good story and a captivating visual design. But especially, its gameplay is deep and engaging. If you can buy the PS3 or 360 version we still recommend them as you can use an arcade stick with them, but if you want to fight wherever you are this should be your choice.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    A wonderful experience that will please us, blending nature and videogames, creating a beautiful and captivating atmosphere that we want to see in more games.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    Fresh air for a genre that needed it. A title with old-school gameplay evolved and adapted to current times with great results. Very fun and charming, sometimes frantic and also free-to-play. If you like non-stop triger-happy action, you should try it.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    A true jewel. A fun, entertaining and very complete game, almost unlimited in duration and with great visual. Can be considered a must-have for iOS.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 90
    As in the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions, a polished collection with two classics that every gamer should try. They have been upgraded visually and well adapted to the portable screen, but maybe it arrives too late for some players who had already bought the domestic versions. And of course we miss Peace Walker.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    The genre is as healthy as ever, and this Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown is great news for fans of 3D fighting. Although it is a digital only title, it resist the comparison with its rivals, although the game itself is not that new and it lacks single player modes.
    • Metascore: 68
    • Critic Score 90
    Mass Effect: Infiltrator honors de series. After the first and mediocre first attempt of EA and Bioware in iOS, now Mass Effect and its universe have a great adaptation, with ever growing content.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    The Walking Dead: Episode 2 - Starved for Help is a very satisfying game and its only flaws are technical. It keeps the same gameplay than the first game, but Telltalte has managed to give the script a twist for it to feel different and surprise us again. Three hours of pure fun, a must have for comic fans.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 90
    An original, fun and entertaining app that is above most of the games in the App Store. Its gameplay is direct and its control great, and is also beatifully crafted in graphics.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 90
    Sleeping Dogs is a very good sandbox game, even though there are two things some players may complain about: its lack of personality and the lack of innovation. If you're OK with this, then this game has a lot to offer, from many hours of fun to a engaging story. Sleeping Dogs is, above all, a great surprise full of entertainment and quality. Definitely worth trying.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 90
    Darksiders II is better than we expected, we just loved it. It offers tons of content to keep us playing for many many hours, and proves that you don't need to reinvent the wheel to create something new and full of personality. As a game it is excellent and generous with the player, so if you liked the first game, then you should now the wait was worth it. If you miss the original Darksiders, please give this a try. To sum up, it's just one of the adventures of the year. A must-have.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 90
    Dark Souls is definitely an absolutely great game, and it proves you can attract a big audience by offering an unusually high difficulty. New content, a high-res fixes and some other improvements are the reasons why this version is the best of the three available. It's not the best PC adaptation, but it is an experience worth playing.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 90
    Offers one of the best single player campaigns we've seen in years. Entertaining, different, intense, spectacular and with really memorable moments. It sticks to the original series, something fans will definitely love. It offers everything Transformers fans have always asked for. Its multiplayer modes won't be consider revolutionary, but it is a must-have, above all if you're a fan of the series.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 90
    PES is back with the best episode of the HD era. It's still one step behind FIFA when we talk about technical aspects, but it brings back that little 'something' we loved on PS2 that made it special. The new additions to the control system and the detail put into every match to make them different are some of the key elements we feel are worth mentioning. PES 2013 is finally able to fight the supremacy FIFA has this generation.
    • Metascore: 88
    • Critic Score 90
    Loads and loads of content for a reasonable price. Not the most innovative game, but solid and well-developed. It's fun, long and offers great gameplay. Fully recommendable for those who consider themselves fans of this kind of game.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 90
    If you loved Little King's Story you should try this version. Differences are not huge, but enough to make you replay the adventure. A great choice if you enjoy this kind of games, and fully recommendable if you don't have any kind of previous experience.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 90
    Resident Evil 6 offers a huge variety of situations, full of surprises and unforgettable moments, but there's only a tiny bit of the survival horror it once was. However, no matter the relationship between you and Resident Evil, we believe you should try RE6. As imperfect as ambitious, as frenetic as fun, it's a solid proof that Japan still knows how to make games.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    This is a masterpiece of a genre whose essence has been lost because of the "casualization" of the video games. It's like going back to the 8/16 bits, when the experience was the most important thing. There's only two things we can complain about: not being localized (into Spanish) and not being ready for HDTV's. If this is not a problem for you, then it scores a perfect 10.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 90
    Bad Piggies twists the Angry Birds concept to make it unique, different and fun: creating devices. It will keep us playing for a ling time, trying to get all the stars and secrets. Rovio has promised free updates to improve it little by little, so Bad Piggies is indeed an app we have to recommend.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 90
    It's exactly what we expected: a deep tribute to video games, mainly from the 80/90's. Crazy and intense, Retro City Rampage is able to entertain without a groundbreaking visual aspect. It could've been longer and the translation (at least into Spanish) could've been better, but if you like gaming and you miss the old school games, then it's a must-have.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 90
    A great game, full of details that make it shine every time we play. Forza Horizon needs many hours to make the most of it, but just a few minutes to start enjoying it. It also proves that an open-world title could be as deep, profound and interesting as any other game.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    Not an evolution of the series but a step forward indeed. Good for playing "seriously" or just for fun, with a solid base that allows the developers to include crazy ideas that actually fit in the game. The track list is, as well, as good as we expected.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 90
    Criterion's seal of quality. They've managed to squeeze the console version on Sony's handheld, just adapting the graphics to the new hardware. It doesn't look as good as the PS3 or 360 version, but it's still the same experience, and one the best titles you'll see on PSVita in a while. Absolutely recommended for fans of driving games.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 90
    Exactly what we expected. The campaign struggles to surprise, but the multiplayer and zombie modes have been greatly improved, and they are the ones to credit for making it an outstanding title. Some people will complain about the lack of evolution, while some others will enjoy the hundreds of hours of fun it offers.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 90
    It's complex, can be played as many times as we want and there are so many possibilities we couldn't ask for something better. Some may say there's little evolution compared to the previous episodes, but one way or another, we think it's one of the best games we've played this year.
    • Metascore: 91
    • Critic Score 90
    Frenetic, wild, interesting, deep, full of content... the list goes on and on. It's one the best first-person sandbox ever made, and we only hope there's a bright future waiting for this IP.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 90
    You might not enjoy its concept, but if you do, then you'll find a big game with a lot of possibilities. We hope Activision will keep on improving the series, but so far it's going the right way.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 90
    The same experiences we've enjoyed on other consoles, keeping all its strengths and weaknesses. There's little use of the GamePad, but Ubisoft didn't want to force the experience.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 90
    It's a difficult game, spectacular and addictive, filled with personality. It's definitely one of the best titles on Wii U so far, so if you are interested in the genre, go ahead and buy it.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    The most complete version so far is one of those games you don't want to miss if you've just bought your new Wii U. Beautiful and deep, Trine 2 is as good as we've seen it on other platforms.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    As an adaptation, it's somewhere between PS3 and Xbox 360, but one way or another it's an outstanding game. However, it's quite weird playing the end of a story, no matter how many comics we find along the way.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 90
    It's as good as always and solves the issues we experienced with GTA III. A great adaptation worth checking out, whether you've already played the original game or not.
    • Metascore: 72
    • Critic Score 90
    Visually stunning and technically outstanding, Hollywood Monsters is a must-have for graphic adventures fans.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    This is an unique title, above all in the West. It's worth a try, and will manage to keep us playing for a long while. On the top of that, getting all the endings may take around 30 hours, so if you like this kind of games, this one is definitely a must have.
    • Metascore: 88
    • Critic Score 90
    It brings back the formula seen on consoles, so this should be enough to picture what it has to offer: many hours of fun, a great gameplay, and loads of secrets, achievements, tricks and contents waiting to be unlock. We only miss multiplayer modes, but still is a very recommended option.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 90
    One of the most interesting and fresh puzzles we've seen lately for these devices. It may look simple, but it gets harder and harder, and mastering it will take us a while.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 90
    It offers almost everything you could ask from a puzzle game: it's easy to play, intellectually challenging, fresh and visually appealing. We would have like it a little bit longer, but still it's a great choice for those who want to challenge themselves.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    Shootings, platforming, puzzles, exploration and a great visual experience rewrite the story – and history – of Tomb Raider. This is a beautiful adventure that everyone will enjoy, except those expecting a classic Tomb Raider game.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 90
    Brilliant. It's original, addictive and has loads of contents. It brings the original formula to the iDevices and improves it, offering one of the best role and strategy games we've seen for iOS.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 90
    There's still room for improvement, but it's a must-have for those looking for a shooter on 3DS, even if they've played the Wii U version.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    It's a great expansion that takes a step forward from all we've seen previously. There are more situations in the campaign, a more competitive multiplayer and it's more accessible for new players. It's not perfect, but it'll keep us playing for a long while.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 90
    Extremely addictive and fun, this is one of the best indie games you can find these days. If you're looking for plain fun, this is one of the best choices.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    This is a great graphic adventure from every perspective: storytelling, plot, gameplay… If you love the genre and/or science fiction, The Silent Age is a very recommended option.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 90
    Probably a must-have for fans of the genre. Even though it doesn't make the most of Wii U's unique features, it's as good as the other console versions, and even better in some aspects.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    A better game than its predecessor, fun, addictive and powered by great gameplay.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 90
    This is just a great example of how to evolve classic ideas to make them feel fresh. Guacamelee! is one of those games you will play till you finish it.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 90
    We loved it the first time and we love it again. It proves the genre can be expanded, and proves it being outstanding in every aspect.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 90
    Even though it's not perfect, it's one of the most addictive games on the handheld. The game mechanics works very well, but keep in mind that those looking for a Monster Hunter on PS Vita probably won't find that.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 89
    The idea of Polyphony is clear: to offer something different to Gran Turismo 5 for the players to jump between both versions to complete the garage, making each experience a bit different.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 89
    It seems like we will have to wait some time to see more armies, as it happened in the first game. Even though, this is one of the most recommended acquisitions of this year, and one of those titles that no strategy devotee should let escape.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 89
    Maybe it is not the best time to launch the game on the PS2, but genre fans should be happy to receive an RPG which has all the features of the classics of the genre.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 89
    Punch-Out!! is an old school game which is far from what we are used to play recently. However, definitely this is not bad news, as the game is as fun as it was then, and moreover its graphics are well updated.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 89
    Need for Speed reinvents itself with a game very different to the series tradition but that results in an excellent racing game, with the right dose of simulation.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 89
    Need for Speed reinvents itself with a game very different to the series tradition but that results in an excellent racing game, with the right dose of simulation
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 89
    Bigbig Studios has achieved to adapt the philosophy of the Evolution Studios games to a less powerful hardware.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 89
    A must-have for fans of the Phoenix Wright series, as it is even better than those, and not very recommended for those who don't have much patience or don't like very much to read, as sometimes there is a lot of story to be told. Everyone who likes graphic adventure games should try it for its originality and surprising plot.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 89
    This is one of the most attractive and original visual designs of the last years, and also a great game, although many will find it too easy.