All articles tagged with #metacritic
Sony's PS5 exclusive God of War: Sons of Sparta, a 2D metroidvania spin-off exploring Kratos' youth, launched to a 66 Metacritic score — the fourth-lowest for a first-party PS4/PS5 release this generation — marking the first major critical flop of 2026; while critics are unimpressed, consumer reception is somewhat warmer and sales could still recover as the year progresses.
Push Square reports that God of War: Sons of Sparta, a retro-inspired PS5 side-scroller from Mega Cat Studios, has the series’ lowest Metacritic score at 69—sparking debate over the value of smaller, cheaper experiences—while sales appear strong and Push Square’s own review is forthcoming, signaling Sony may continue funding niche titles in the GoW universe.
Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel's Mewgenics launches on PC to near-universal praise, posting a Metacritic score around 90 and offering a deep roguelite package with 12+ classes, 900 items, 1,200 abilities, 15 chapters, 50+ bosses and 250+ hours of gameplay; with developers and industry figures teasing a console port later, PS5 among the possibilities.
SEGA says Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has sold over 1 million copies worldwide but its initial performance didn’t meet expectations. The company plans to support the game with additional DLC and aims to sell about another 1 million units within the current fiscal year, leveraging strong Metacritic ratings and positive Steam reviews. The title released on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, with a physical release for the newer console coming next month.
SEGA says Sonic Racing CrossWorlds has strong critical reception (Metacritic around 80+ and Steam 'Overwhelmingly Positive') but sales did not meet internal expectations. Cumulative sales surpassed 1 million worldwide; the company plans to sell approximately one more million units within this fiscal year and sustain long-term interest through ongoing DLC updates and a Season Pass.
Cairn, a PS5/PC-exclusive from The Game Bakers, released Jan 29, 2026, scores 84 on Metacritic and ties with The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon as 2026’s top-rated game (not counting the DLC Cult of the Lamb: Woolhaven at 86). Cairn runs about 10–15 hours, costs $29.99 (PS Plus discount $26.99 until Feb 13), and offers no PS5 Pro enhancements, with strong user ratings on PlayStation Store (≈4.67/5).
Larian CEO Swen Vincke floated the idea of a system to evaluate and review the reviewers themselves, aiming to curb bias and improve accountability in game criticism. The notion sparked a wide online debate about fairness, transparency, and practicality, with supporters arguing for improved scrutiny of outlets and individual critics, while opponents warn of potential abuse, censorship, and the erosion of independent voices. The discussion also touches on existing dynamics like Metacritic weighting, free review codes, and the difficulty of measuring subjective art.
Critics are largely praising Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade on Switch 2, with Nintendo Life giving it 9/10 and a Metacritic around 90 from 24 reviews. outlets like CGMagazine (9.5/10), RPGamer (4.5/5), ComicBook.com (4.5/5), and Vooks (4.5/5) laud its presentation and value, while noting caveats such as 30fps, softer resolution, and fuzzy textures. The Episode INTERMission DLC is included by default, and the game is priced at $39.99, making it a strong portable option for FFVII Remake fans.
A viral Metacritic meme boosted Cory in the House DS to the top of user rankings, and eBay listings show sealed copies selling for hundreds of dollars—up to about $399—despite the game’s historically poor reception.
A meme-driven campaign to elevate Cory in the House on Metacritic’s user ratings has challenged Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s top spot, while secondhand copies of the 2008 Nintendo DS game spike in price on online marketplaces as collectors chase the meme-fed hype.
A 2008 Disney DS title, Cory in the House, is approaching the top spot on Metacritic’s user-voted all-time list after a viral meme boost, despite being panned at release; it currently sits at 9.3 and tied for second behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, prompting discussion about how online ratings can be gamed and whether Metacritic will intervene.
A revived meme drive has Cory in the House (DS, 2008) challenging Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 for Metacritic’s top user-rated game. Clair Obscur had dominated since its 2025 release with ratings around 9.7, but recent upvotes and a few suspect scores have nudged it down to about 9.5 as Cory rises toward 9.4, fueled by Reddit/4chan activity and ongoing discussions about the Metacritic rankings.
The article highlights the best-reviewed PC games of 2025 according to Metacritic, featuring titles like Hades 2, Blue Prince, Clair Obscur, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, showcasing a diverse range of genres and innovative gameplay experiences that made 2025 a remarkable year for PC gaming.
The article reviews the top-rated PS5 games of 2025 according to Metacritic, highlighting a mix of exclusive titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Ghost of Yotei, as well as notable cross-platform releases such as Forza Horizon 5 and Death Stranding 2, emphasizing the console's strong performance and diverse game library in 2025.
The article highlights the top-rated Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 games of 2025 according to Metacritic, featuring a mix of upgraded classics like The Legend of Zelda, new titles like Hades 2, and innovative remakes, showcasing a diverse and successful year for Nintendo's hybrid console lineup.