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Publication Overview in Games
75 Avg. Critic score
Critic Score Distribution
positive
838 (64%)
mixed
413 (31%)
negative
67 (5%)
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Nov 3, 2025
Battlefield 6
90
Critic Score
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83
Metascore
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Nov 3, 2025
Battlefield 6 feels like a return to form for the series, blending chaotic, fast-paced battles with moments of real tactical depth. The maps are fun but often smaller than expected, pushing a faster, more aggressive style of play. Vehicles feel satisfying, each class has a clear role, and the new tactical hammer adds creative ways to interact with the environment. Portal mode is a joy, letting you remix old favorites and craft your own mayhem. Despite some balance quirks, it’s an energetic, highly enjoyable shooter — and I can’t wait to see how the game evolves in the future.
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PlayStation 5
Nov 3, 2025
Digimon Story Time Stranger
80
Critic Score
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78
Metascore
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Nov 3, 2025
Time Stranger marks an exciting new chapter in the Digimon Story series, packed with fresh and refined features that every monster-taming and battle enthusiast will appreciate. Once the story gains momentum, it proves to be engaging and well-written — but even before that, there’s so much to explore and do with your Digimon that you’ll hardly know where to begin.
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PlayStation 5
Nov 3, 2025
Dying Light: The Beast
80
Critic Score
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79
Metascore
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Nov 3, 2025
Dying Light: The Beast marks the return of Kyle Crane in a thrilling sequel that breathes new life into the series. With ferocious beast powers, adrenaline-pumping Chimera boss battles, and parkour that’s as exhilarating as ever, the game delivers plenty of standout moments. The open world can feel a bit too sprawling, and the controls occasionally slip into clunky territory, but the fast-paced combat and richly designed side missions more than make up for it. This is an excellent return to form — one that blends fresh ideas with the spirit of the original in a way fans won’t want to miss.
Nov 3, 2025
FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles
80
Critic Score
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88
Metascore
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Nov 3, 2025
With FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles, Square Enix once again proves that a great remaster can both modernize and honor an original’s legacy. It’s a careful balance of fresh updates and deep respect for longtime fans and newcomers alike. The addition of full voice acting alone makes The Ivalice Chronicles worth revisiting — even for those who’ve already experienced every previous entry.
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PlayStation 5
Nov 3, 2025
Little Nightmares III
77
Critic Score
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71
Metascore
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Nov 3, 2025
Little Nighmares III keeps the eerie charm of its predecessors, adding co-op play and great visuals, but limited multiplayer options and mild innovation hold it back from true greatness.
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PlayStation 5
Nov 3, 2025
EA Sports FC 26
55
Critic Score
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77
Metascore
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Nov 3, 2025
Despite the massive marketing push and promises of a “revolution,” EA FC 26 ends up feeling all too familiar — a shiny coat of paint over the same arcade-style gameplay. The new “Authentic” mode offers a touch of realism, but online matches are still a chaotic mess. EA’s continued obsession with microtransactions and the clumsy integration of women’s players into FUT only reinforce the impression that, once again, style has triumphed over substance.
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PlayStation 5
Oct 22, 2025
Keeper
80
Critic Score
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81
Metascore
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Oct 22, 2025
Keeper is an atmospheric, meditative adventure that blends minimalist storytelling with visual poetry in true Double Fine fashion. While its environmental puzzles are simple and its mechanics somewhat underused, it offers a cozy experience for players seeking pure relaxation rather than a tough challenge.
Oct 20, 2025
Ninja Gaiden 4
80
Critic Score
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81
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Oct 20, 2025
Despite repetitive environments, long loading times, and a clunky narrative, Ninja Gaiden 4 is a worthy homage to the late Tomonobu Itagaki. It offers perhaps the most refined combat mechanics the series has ever seen. And it’s undeniably the bloodiest entry — a true ninja gore-fest.
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PlayStation 5
Oct 3, 2025
Hollow Knight: Silksong
95
Critic Score
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91
Metascore
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Oct 3, 2025
Was the wait worth it? Absolutely. This is Hollow Knight — and then some. Playing as Hornet feels like an entirely new experience, offering a level of speed and finesse the Knight never had. Add in the wealth of new skills, tools, and traversal options, and the gameplay reaches incredible new heights. And once again, the world is as breathtakingly beautiful as it is haunting.
Oct 3, 2025
Ghost of Yotei
90
Critic Score
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86
Metascore
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Oct 3, 2025
Ghost of Yotei is a gorgeous, polished samurai adventure that builds on Ghost of Tsushima’s formula with satisfying combat, organic exploration, and a personal, albeit average revenge-driven story. While it refines the open-world experience beautifully, it doesn’t take bold risks, making it feel more like a reimagined chapter than a true leap forward. Still, its atmosphere, design, and narrative make it a must-play for PS5 owners.
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PlayStation 5
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