Vandal Online's Scores

  • Games
For 2,143 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:
2,143 game reviews
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 86
    Although it doesn't have many changes in comparison with the Xbox 360 original, and the game has aged during a year, it still one of the best action games out there.
    • 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
    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: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    Yes, it is quite "similar" to some other games out there. However it's almost infinite, full of possibilities and very fun. Might be hard to play on small devices, but being free we think it deserves a try.
    • 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: 83
    • Critic Score 95
    This version improves the control of the original, expands its levels and offers interesting alternative modes, enhancing an already superb game. It has lost online functions, which is a minor flaw but distances this game from perfection.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 89
    A game for everyone, for those who like quick game sessions and also for those who are looking for challenges. Easy to play but very deep and challenging, this experiment of turning Kirby into a Pikmin army is great.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 90
    Alan Wake is an entertaining game experience, with and engaging narrative and full of nights of terror.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 92
    Lots of humour, heavy metal and a gameplay you'll fall in love with.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 85
    With a simple concept, Dragon Quest Wars is a surprisingly deep turn-based strategy game, specially taking into account the prejudices about digital content.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 88
    A game which is not for everyone, but will inspire many with its great atmosphere and thrilling story. This PC version has improved visuals but lacks a better optimization. The controls have also been adapted decently, but with room for improvement.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    An independent game that retains it soul in the 3DS. It is a hard game with a remarkable retro flavour, and an unique and very deep gameplay mechanic thanks to its great level design. Maybe some players won't understand the graphics or won't enjoy dying so many times, but those pure videogame lovers will enjoy VVVVVV a lot.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 85
    It's true that the Disgaea series hasn't made a name of itself between the mass public, and many players may be reticent to this sub genre, considering it the younger brother of the RPGs; something Disgaea 2 renders untrue.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 95
    This is a game you cannot miss. The whole game offers more than many retail titles, for only 1,200 Microsoft Points. The visuals are stunning, the battle system is entertaining and there's many maps for us to explore. We can conclude by saying that it's one of the best games on Xbox Live Arcade.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    Counter-Strike: Global Offensive brings back all the fun and entertainment we've always gotten from this series. More action, with updated visuals and a great price. We would have liked some good new additions, since the new modes are no rival for the classic competitive one. CS: Global Offensive doesn't take the franchise a step further, but it still is Counter-Strike.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    Although Pokemon Platinum doesn't offer any relevant new feature in the series, it is still a fun and solid game, with plenty of options and a replayability factor which will keep us many hours engaged.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 87
    Valkyria Chorinicles 2 is one of those PSP games every player should try, regardless his reluctance to the genre.
    • 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 85
    Wario Ware: Do it Yourself is, for sure, a dream come true for many, as it allow us to develop our own minigames. But still, it has some limitations.
    • 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: 82
    • Critic Score 85
    Red Faction delivers what an action gamer wants.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 83
    Dance Central is probably the best dancing game ever made, as it captures all of our movements, allowing us to dance with our legs and feet. But it not only has a technology that works, but also a great presentation and lots of content.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 85
    This new edition takes important steps forward. The tires are more important and the different types are more noticiable when driving, and the addition of DRS and more strategy options changes the way to race. It has also added much needed features like the safety car or the possibility to manage the whole Grand Prix event, from the free training durint Friday to the race on Sunday. It still has plenty of room for improvement and it is not the perfect simulator yet, but Formula 1 fans will be pleased again by this product.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 86
    Just another step forward of the series, without relevant additions, but still recommended for any Professor Layton fan or for those who want to try it for the very first time. However, we really hope Level 5 will manage to surprise us with the next episode before the whole series get stuck.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 92
    Huge, incredibly complex, exciting, addictive, a wonder... we could be remarking the virtues of Anno 1404 for hours.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 77
    The new features are interesting, although not impressive technically, but under them there is still a great game, fun and challenging, that provides hours of enjoyment.
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    • Critic Score 85
    Get into Hetfield's skin with the best Guitar Hero spin-off to date.
    • 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: 82
    • Critic Score 80
    It doesn't have as many options as the original PC title, but it keeps the same essence. It is still Minecraft and the implementation of the control is great, one of the main concerns with this adaptation. It lacks some options the PC version already has included, like the RPG elements and the possibility to apply mods and skins, but it is much more friendly for novice users thanks to its tutorial and the revamped object system.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 82
    Dead Space Extraction has great quality and it improves as you play.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 86
    It isn't the perfect game yet, but the changes in gameplay are right, and the extra mode MyPlayer works very well.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 85
    Resident Evil Revelations mixes action with adventure, partially returning to the origins of the series. It is a must-have for console owners, and one of the pinnacles of visual quality we've seen so far in the Nintendo 3DS. It also has a very good story which will please fans of the saga eager to know more about Umbrella, zombies, an the STARS team.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 80
    With simplicity at its core, Anno has returned successfully to Nintendo DS keeping all the virtues that made the last game of the series one of the most interesting strategy games in the system.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 88
    It is not a revolution for sandbox games, but it makes the most of their possibilities to make crazy and fun things, in an open world full of cool and bizarre features. Those who are looking for a compelling story should consider other games, but Saints Row: The Third is the best in providing crazy fun.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 75
    The logical evolution we can expect from the same title on the PS3, adapting well to the new hardware of PSVITA. A fun game, pleasing to play, that will satisfy fans of the series. Those who enjoy this type of games should give it a chance.
    • 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: 82
    • Critic Score 91
    A very comprehensive game experience with a precious visual design that pay homage to retro aestethics. A game everyone should try, as it's free on the App Store.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 88
    A great buy for a football fan, provided he doesn't already own FIFA 10.
    • 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: 82
    • Critic Score 88
    Shift 2: Unleashed builds upon the firm base of the previous game and offers more features and better features. More tracks, vehicles and multiplayer options thanks to the inclusion of the social system Autolog, and also better physics and simulation, which have improved the right way. It is not a perfect simulation experience, but will please most gamers.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 80
    A very interesting title that blends succesfully third-person action with tower defense. Its humour, excellent level design and replayability make it a good choice for those looking for a different game.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 94
    Gemini Rue is a brilliant lesson. It shows that the genre has room to keep growing and innovating, and at the same time it is an homage to classic games made by someone who feels a deep passion for this world.
    • 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: 82
    • Critic Score 75
    If you don't know them, or just want to replay them, this is a great HD adaptation of the original games. These games, anyway, have aged pretty well, and the extras included are a great excuse to enjoy them one more time.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 80
    A game faithfull to its title, a pure pinball game at a very interesting price. Those fans of the genre will love the loyal recreation of the original machines, with great ball physics and response.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 92
    Surely there will be better tennis simulators in coming years, but after many hours with Top Spin 4, we can't imagine how to improve the recreation of the sport with such fun.
    • 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: 82
    • Critic Score 75
    Nothing really different in comparison with the previous chapter, except for some better puzzles.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 82
    Blur is an attractive, intense, fast and thrilling game. It's built over a solid structure, and has a more than satisfying depth.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 85
    Darksiders is above all a very comprehensive game. It fits elements from many other games, without going in depth in any of them nor having its own style, but maintaining a balance which makes it a great action-adventure game.
    • 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: 82
    • Critic Score 94
    More fighters and stages than ever, graphic and control improvements, tons of videos and customization elements to unlock, good online modes and four-player battles. Is there anything else you could ask for? It's not the most revolutionary Tekken, but it is the most complete one.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 87
    A new experience in puzzle games that will keep us playing for a long while. There's a whole new way of solving enigmas while we learn some things about real life thanks to the philosophical clues the game gives us.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 85
    A great example of what a DLC should be: it's deep and expands the features of the huge original experience. Actually, it's so good that we can't wait to see the next one.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 91
    An excellent role-playing game, and a logical and direct evolution of the previous game, more action-focused and more polished, although its action focus won't please everyone.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 91
    An excellent role-playing game, and a logical and direct evolution of the previous game, more action-focused and more polished, although its action focus won't please everyone.
    • 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: 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: 82
    • Critic Score 85
    Even though the genre may be quite saturated these days, this is a great option. It's fun, deep, mature and different. There are some issues with the AI and it's not extremely different from its previous episodes, but if that's not a problem, you'll probably enjoy this new adventure.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 80
    Okamiden is a noteworthy title which follows the story and the structure of the original game. Despite some flaws, especially in the pointer detection, it is a very recommended experience.
    • 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: 82
    • Critic Score 92
    Lots of humour, heavy metal and a gameplay you'll fall in love with.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 93
    Maybe we could have waited for some new features from Obsidian, apart for the scenario change and some new improvements in gameplay. But you could also ask why change something that works so well. The recommendation is clear: If you liked Fallout 3, don't hesitate in getting New Vegas.
    • Metascore: 82
    • 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: 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: 82
    • Critic Score 85
    This is probably the most balanced experience between the old and the new Resident Evil in the last few years. Above all, it's full of content, so we've got a great game to spent some quality time with.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 85
    Although there are things to be improved in the online game of Marvel vs Capcom 2, this title is as fun as it was in 2000, and that's quite a thing to say about a videogame.
    • 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: 82
    • Critic Score 88
    If you are looking for a fighting game on the PSP this should be your first option.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 84
    In spite of lacking some more content, arcade fans will find a very interesting game they should at least try out, and the rest of gamers might be pleasantly surprised by its ideas.
    • 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: 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: 82
    • Critic Score 85
    It was a great game ten years ago, and it still is today, thanks to a great work of updating its gameplay and upgrading its visuals to offer a refreshed look. It also integrates online multiplayer which we expect to be expanded through DLC.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 83
    It's a great hack & slash that works pretty well as a Metal Gear spin-off. The last part of the title seems rushed, and there are certain glitches that may darken the experience, but it'll bring many unforgettable moments that can be only created by Kojima and Platinum Games.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 92
    A perfect example of how to bring a series born in home console to portable gaming without making any sacrifice in visuals or in gameplay.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 85
    This is not the best fighting game of the generation, but it is one of the most enjoyable, fun and spectaculars we've played in a while. Its fast and dynamic pace and its amount of content are two of the main reasons why DC fans will love this title.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 84
    It's manages to show its own personality, and offers loads of content supported by a great gameplay. Highly recommended if we want to play with friends or family, and on the top of that, its reduced price is something many players will appreciate.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 75
    Fun and simple with loads of content to keep us busy. It's artistically brilliant, and its OST is a masterpiece. However it's extremely easy and too simple when it comes to the game mechanics. We still have to wait and see what is yet to come, so there's definitely room for improvement. It could have been better, but it's still special.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 92
    We can't assure it is a turning point in the series, but it manages to make fights fun and it's no doubt an outstanding game.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 84
    This Pro Evolution Soccer 2010 is a good title that football fans will like. Maybe it's not as good as in other consoles, but improves last year games and the rest of the games of the genre in Wii.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 88
    It merges the best from Mario Kart and LittleBigPlanet to create one of the most pleasant surprises of this year.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 80
    King's Bounty The Armored Princess is a great game. It's a wonderful add-on to the original game, and offers few, but interesting new features.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 75
    Enslaved: Odyssey to the West has some flaws in its design; neither of its gameplay styles achieves to excel, and there are some obvious insatisfactory aspect. However, as a whole it works very good, and its is an enjoyable and gratifying title, with a good story told with unusual success. It has its flaws, but its achievements compensate for them.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 95
    Halo Wars is possibly the best real-time strategy game ever made for console. It captures all the essence of the genre and, for the first time, translates it to our gamepad with absolute success. It's not like the dominating sort of strategy game in PCs, but it has its own, well defined personality, and its specific features, which define Halo Wars as a solid and outstanding bet.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 88
    SSX
    It is faithful to its arcade style and offers hours of spectacle and craziness. The game shines because of its obvious merits and also the absence of competitors. Those who wanted the series to reappear or want and adrenaline burst with their game pad should get it.
    • 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: 82
    • Critic Score 85
    Joe Danger's back and is better than ever. Entertaining and different, simple and demanding, with many new options loads of content. The only things we can complain about are the lack of online multiplayer and the extreme difficulty at the end of the game.
    • 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: 82
    • Critic Score 88
    It is not only recommended for fans of the original game, but for anyone who want to embark into a new roleplaying adventure with a lot of intelligent humour.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 82
    Blur is an attractive, intense, fast and thrilling game. It's built over a solid structure, and has a more than satisfying depth.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 93
    Resistance: Retribution is today probably the best 3rd person action title for the PSP, not only or its excellent story and impeccable gameplay, but also for the huge possibilities its multiplayer modes offer, and the possibility to connect with Resistance 2 for the PS3. Undoubtedly a very important title in the PSP portfolio, and a must buy for all the action fans.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    It has not many new features or changes, but for sure Mega Man 10 will please its followers, and those eager for a good challenge for their gamepad.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 70
    Torchlight is an interesting game that mixes action and RPG elements. It is addictive and entertaining, yet sometimes repetitive, but we expected more from this port, which lacks competitive and cooperative online play.
    • 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 85
    A convincing game, designed to teach the user and foster its creativity and abilities. It won't turn you into a painter, but maybe encourages you to try the real thing with some knowledge.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 85
    Freedom Unite achieves what it promised, to expand the original concept with the broadest entry of the series to date. For its durability, it is one of the best games for the money on the PSP today.
    • 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: 81
    • Critic Score 85
    A great title with the best multiplayer we've seen on this console so far. There are some framerate issues, but if you're a FPS fan, then this is a must have.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 88
    Shift 2: Unleashed builds upon the firm base of the previous game and offers more features and better features. More tracks, vehicles and multiplayer options thanks to the inclusion of the social system Autolog, and also better physics and simulation, which have improved the right way. It is not a perfect simulation experience, but will please most gamers.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 75
    Ultimately, a noteworthy racing game, which genre fans will enjoy. Even for those who are not fans of the movies this is an enjoyable racing game.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 87
    Tales of Monkey Island is one of the mos frantic and fun adventures out there, specially from the third chapter. Telltale Games has not resurrected Guybrush just to make profits, but to create a new set of adventures that work perfectly.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    Yet another excellent title for Xbox Live Arcade, that although it is not very innovative in comparison with the original, it improves upon it in almost every aspect.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    Its surprising story and excellent visual design make it a very recommended game for puzzle lovers.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    Directed to a public less used to strategy and management games, Anno: Create a New World is a good game which has succeeded in adapting a very computer-esque gameplay to Wii.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 92
    Novel and videogame join to compose a very interesting proposal in the saturated first person action genre.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    The rebirth of the NBA Jam series has found his ideal channel of distribution, with a new version which returns to the classic style of the original arcade. It has many changes in comparison with the game of last year, and it drops some of its features, but adds others which compensates for. A very interesting option with a good price.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    Those veteran players that miss the times of point and click adventures shouldn't let this app escape. Its price and originality make it a must have for iPhone.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 82
    Blur is an attractive, intense, fast and thrilling game. It's built over a solid structure, and has a more than satisfying depth.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 85
    The best LEGO game to date, and in fact one of the best Batman games ever. It becomes a sandbox, but this is not the best of Lego Batman 2. Its level design shines, with great situations and challenges that will keep us playing for hours.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 77
    A very decent start for the new season of Sam and Max.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 85
    Renewing the old tower defense formula and adding first-person action, the game results in a very fun experience, both single-player and online.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 86
    Original, visually attractive and unique, Borderlands won't leave anyone indifferent and will be a treasure for those who enjoy its innovative style.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    The game has been very good adapted to the pad controls, making it a great opportunity for console players to try the first game of the series. It doesn't match the visuals of the original, however, and doesn't add any new feature of content.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 85
    It is good for a game not to take itself too seriously and let the player participate in its eccentric craziness.
    • 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 85
    We can say Napoleon: Total War covers all the needs of strategy fans.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 85
    This HD upgrade delivers what it promises. It enhances image quality, adds trophies to foster replayability, and also includes 3D steroscopic vision. We only miss some extra content, like artworks galleries, interviews with the team or a making of documentary, but those who didn't enjoy the originals have here a very interesting buy to consider.
    • 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: 81
    • Critic Score 77
    Still a good game, and with improved graphics, but it lacks some more features. We miss especially a multiplayer mode which would have made the most of the console connectivity potential.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 85
    Although it does not have many competitors in the Wii library, this is the best FPS in Wii, with the best multiplayer mode, and one of the best games of the year in the console.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    This is a good sequel which will please those who enjoyed the first game, and also those looking for a game of intense action, with a classic bidimensional, but spectacular, style.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 85
    Yes, it's short, but it's one of those games only an indie developer can make. It's special, addictive and fun, and a must-have for those who love platforming titles.
    • 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: 81
    • Critic Score 83
    Madworld has made a lot of noise before its launch and, after playing it, we can say it deserves it, although the result could have been even better. The game brings very special aesthetics which are undoubtedly a good decision, and totally fits the gameplay experience Platinum Games wanted to offer.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    The problem is that it arrives on this platform quite late. Apart from this, the game offers a very original concept that needs some time to work out, but it's rewarding and engaging in the end.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 85
    A great choice full of humor for those who want to get started in the genre. Long-time fans may find it easy, and we were expecting a deeper gameplay, but still a great recommendation.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 84
    Ignoring some small flaws, IL 2-Sturmovik is delicious, honest, mature and deep, one of the most complex and fascinating flying simulators ever published in console.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 85
    A great puzzle title which will be liked by genre fans and engages quickly everyone.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 85
    Those who enjoyed the first Scribblenauts will enjoy again the experience, and newcomers should give a chance to a game which fosters our creativity like no one.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    It has the flavour of the original Sonic, but refined. It may result too short for its price, but it is very replayable.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 92
    Action, exploration and Japanese tradition made art in your screen.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 95
    Maybe gamers doubted if this Black Ops was going to be on par with the games made by Infinity War, but it even surpasses them in some aspects.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 86
    Even with its flaws in gameplay and its short durability, we have to reckon it as a different game, amazing in some aspects, very interesting in others, with a hypnotic design and, most of the time, a fascinating experience every gamer should try.
    • 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: 81
    • Critic Score 82
    Smackdown vs RAE 2010 is more of the same, but the most complete edition in years, and the one that has included more content.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    Not many new features in yet another annual installment of a sports title.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    In a certain way it may seem a title oriented to teens, specially for its aesthetics, but it will surprise those who approach it.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 85
    This is one of the best chapters Telltale has made in its whole career.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 92
    Its innovative visuals and its daring and well-made gameplay features make it not only a great action-adventure game but also a genre refreshing title. Only certain moments which cut the pace, and some problems in the fights which can become frustrating, blur one of the masterpieces of the year.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Dungeon Defenders successfully blends strategy, rol and customization with action. A recommended game which is hard and demanding when playing solo, and very fun in cooperative.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 85
    This Ultimate version is better than the original Marvel vs. Capcom 3, and hardcore fighting fans should consider it a must-have, although only nine months have passed since the original launch and this may upset some gamers.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 92
    Diplomacy, espionage and religion are extended this time and multiply the options of the game, which still has an amazing ability to keep us addicted for hours, trying to conquer the world.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 92
    Probably the best RPG for NDS and the best Pokémon title so far.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 85
    Codeblue has delighted us with one of the must have titles of Xbox Live Arcade.
    • 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: 80
    • Critic Score 75
    Anomaly is, above all, a very fresh and interesting game, with fun mechanics. It is a modest game which hasn't attracted much attention, but we are sure it will surprise many.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 92
    Those who didn't like previous game won't enlist in the Assassin guild, but it is must-have for fans of the series as it reveals some secrets of the story. Shorter than the previous games, but with a better story, it consolidates the multiplayer mode adding extra variety.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    As good as the 3DS version, extremely well adapted to the HD and still addictive and fun. Recommended for those who like arcade and retro-styled games.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 82
    Smackdown vs RAE 2010 is more of the same, but the most complete edition in years, and the one that has included more content.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Not many new features in yet another annual installment of a sports title.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 92
    Those who didn't like previous game won't enlist in the Assassin guild, but it is must-have for fans of the series as it reveals some secrets of the story. Shorter than the previous games, but with a better story, it consolidates the multiplayer mode adding extra variety.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Behind its stunning visuals there's a good game full of details with a great gameplay. It's quite simple and doesn't make the most of its RPG features. Apart from this, Lili is an entertaining experience recommended for iOS users looking for an adventure game.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 85
    Eternal Sonata is one of the sure bets in the RPG portfolio of PlaStation 3, a genre that unfortunately doesn't have many good components in the console, so this port from the Xbox 360 presented by Tri-Cescendo is one of the current best.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 87
    This is the launch title everyone should get, provided they like the action-adventure genre. A pocket blockbuster which can resist the comparison with the domestic entries and makes good use of the touch screen to add extra gameplay features. Drake is as charming as ever, and this title defines what the genre can offer in the PSVita. Shooting is at last fun on portable consoles.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 92
    A unique gameplay experience. Not only a good plataforming game which will be loved by retro fans, but also quite innovative thanks to the use of several points of view and 3D camera.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 88
    The spirit of the original Driver returns in a great and very complete game, with a very long campaign that offers plenty of hours of fun, and a multiplayer mode full of variety.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 92
    This PC version is just what we expected. The same product we have seen in consoles, but with polished graphics to make the most of the power of the platform. It is not a game for newcomers to the series, as its story follows those of the previous game, but followers of Assassin's Creed will love it.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 85
    The best adventure based on The Lord of the Rings. Long, fun, beautiful and close to the movies. If you're a LOTR fan then go ahead and buy it. If you're not, give it a try –it's great.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 85
    Ultimately, Wii Sports Resort is the concept of the first entry, but taken much further, in part thanks to the Wii Motion Plus, but also for Nintendo's will to make Wii Sports a more complete game, able to satisfy both veterans and newcomers.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 92
    The best version so far. It solves many issues and keeps some others, and, even though it doesn't make the most of current PCs, we still think it's the best way to enjoy this outstanding game.
    • 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: 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: 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: 80
    • Critic Score 65
    Mutant Mudds is a decent game, but it could have been better. We love the retro style, both artistically and gameplay wise, but it has some irritating flaws in level design. Anyway, Mutant Mudds is destined to that public who love classic games and classic challenges.
    • 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: 80
    • Critic Score 82
    A good action title, fun, intense and with a simple yet interesting story, with an inusual an attractive visual design. Its violence is as exaggerated as in the comics, but results original in a videogame. Its multiplayer cooperative mode is also surprising.
    • 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: 80
    • Critic Score 84
    Ignoring some small flaws, IL 2-Sturmovik is delicious, honest, mature and deep, one of the most complex and fascinating flying simulators ever published in console.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    It is a loyal adaptation of the original game which includes all the content it is remembered for. Although the formula might have aged, especially if compared with recent sandbox efforts made by Rockstar itself, it is a great game to have in your mobile phone. Its only flaw is in the controls, which are quite confusing at first.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 91
    Tekken 6 is the best 3D fighting game of this generation. Namco Bandai has done an excellent job translating the arcade game to our gamepads.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 92
    There's plenty of blood, stunning action, fun and a few puzzles in this game. It's Kratos losing his family, losing his mind and annihilating massive creatures. It's a God of War, and there's little we can say apart from that. You already knew if this game was meant for you or not.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Capcom enhances again its blockbuster, although perhaps the new features are not worth the price. If you have not played the previous SF4 versions, this is the best chance to try the return of the classic fighter.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 92
    Loads of new content, with minor additions and huge ones, sticking to the core of the series and totally recommended for anyone interested in them.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Skate keeps improving, but this new installment doesn't offer many new things.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    A must-have for golf fans, but it will be too of a simulation for novice players, as it doesn't include a comprehensive tutorial for those who have no experience in previous games.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 85
    Ultimately Trine is a title no fan of adventure and platforming should let escape.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 92
    Red Steel 2 is a great game that offers an efficient combination of sword and gun and won't disappoint those who try it.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    It is more lucid and at the same time makes you burn more calories.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 85
    Even though it looks like a random, crazy game, it's actually a pretty solid offer that players who just want to have fun will enjoy. Anyway, just the fact of Ubisoft has released such a wild concept gives us some hope for a future where big companies take risks with their games.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 85
    It is not as revolutionary as the previous game, its combat system has aged in this two years, and it lacks that freshness, but Fable 3 is still a huge game, able to engage the player and absorb him into the world of Albion. This one is better organized, first it shows us the many things we can do in the game world, and then it let us decide what we want to do. And it is still full of that fairytale magic.
    • 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: 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: 80
    • Critic Score 79
    Ragdoll Blaster 3 is a classic sequel that adds everything we expect from one: more levels, more options and more ragdoll to "shoot". With a very competitive price and a very long duration, maybe its gameplay is a bit overused, but it still works.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 70
    A good free-to-play game that, despite some flaws, is a lot of fun. It lacks some more game modes, a tutorial and more flexibility to set up matches, but it is a very enjoyable game for those wanting to give it a chance.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 85
    Dawn of War II keeps improving and shining. It is a game which will be liked both by seasoned strategy players and also newcomers.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 91
    This is a great approach to the GTA concept, with extremely fun and different missions, and a wise use of the GamePad functions. If you really like the genre, you shouldn't miss this opportunity.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 82
    It works, entertains and reaches its objectives, but in future installments we'd like to see new elements in the formula.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 86
    A polished evolution of what we saw last year, as if PES 2011 was midway to the goal PES 2012 has achieved. It changes some of the controls, and greatly enhances AI, although it still has its flaws, especially with the goalkeepers. But, above all, PES 2012 is a really engaging and fun football game, with much more variety and charm than previous entries.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 91
    One of the last "must-have" we'll see on Nintendo DS. It's simply one of the bests and most original SRPGs right now, with many hours of fun waiting for you and very interesting characters to lead us through the plot.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Men of War impresses once being played. The variety of options make Men of War a title worth noting, and its graphical quality and photography work is very praiseworthy.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 86
    It's a pleasure having such a game on PSVita. The quality is pretty much the same we've seen in the console versions, with some nice additions and the lack of the 2v2 mode.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 86
    Charming characters, a more than excellent music, hilarious situations and lots of humour is what we'll find in this series of Monkey Island stories.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 70
    Probably the weakest episode so far, even though it still keeps its essence and entertains. One way or another, we need to highlight its ending, telling us the final episode will be huge.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 83
    Despite some minor flaws, like the exclusion of an online mode, or the absence of a story mode, Broken Destiny is one of the best fighting game in the portable console.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 82
    A great start for the fighting genre in PSVita and an excellent port of the original PS3 game from last November. It includes an easily forgettable touch mode, but its gameplay is great, its traditional controls are splendid and it offers lots of characters, although falls short in gameplay modes for one player.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 92
    Hironobu Sakaguchi and Nobuo Uematsu team up again to make a Japanese RPG which can be easily considered one of the best in years. It succeeds in innovating in a lot of features, with a charming gameplay that works and is very fun. It also has an epic and well-told story. A must-have for fans of the genre.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 90
    This is an excellent update of the classic title.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 81
    Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning mixes the open-ended gameplay of games like The Elder Scrolls with a hack and slash combat system. The result is good, dynamic and fun, although lacks some more depth or strategic elements, and this can result repetitive in a game of this length. It is a huge world with plenty of things to do that can keep us engaged for weeks, and its only shortcoming is the story and its characters, which lack some more charm, and the repetitive design of the quests.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 88
    Any person, regardless he likes tennis or not, will find fun, challenge and charm in this game, with a great system of advancement through the world as if it was a RPG game.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 90
    This is an excellent update of the classic title.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 85
    Beaterator hits hard on the PSP, becoming a new milestone in electronic music creation and editing.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    This is an old school roleplaying game, with a superb presentation. Sadly, the controls are not as good we would have wished, and it lacks multiplayer capabilities. Despite these flaws, it is one of the best roleplaying games in the App Store.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    This is a great remake which make the most of the iPhone features, but most people will find it overpriced.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 82
    Call of Pripyat is not perfect nor revolutionary, but for sure is the most complete game of the trilogy, and an excellent ending for this series.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 82
    Another awesome indie game. It might look standard, but it's design is perfect and it will become a challenging, very pleasing experience. Absolutely recommended for platformers fans.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    A must-have for golf fans, but it will be too of a simulation for novice players, as it doesn't include a comprehensive tutorial for those who have no experience in previous games.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Skate keeps improving, but this new installment doesn't offer many new things.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 75
    Enslaved: Odyssey to the West has some flaws in its design; neither of its gameplay styles achieves to excel, and there are some obvious insatisfactory aspect. However, as a whole it works very good, and its is an enjoyable and gratifying title, with a good story told with unusual success. It has its flaws, but its achievements compensate for them.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 83
    It is a great puzzle and platform game, but overall, it's a great story that lies behind a bunch of rectangles that happen to be some AI.