Reviews, critic scores and player ratings for Xbox games. 57 reviews
Valorant, a tactical shooter from Riot Games, draws comparisons to Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Overwatch. Critics praise its refined gameplay and unique character abilities, but also note issues with its toxic voice communication system and anti-cheat software.
Call of Duty: World at War delivers a gritty and intense World War II experience, praised for its co-op mode and multiplayer, but criticized for its narrative inconsistencies and lack of innovation.
The Sims 4 received mixed reviews upon release, praised for its improved graphics and intuitive tools but criticized for missing features and frequent glitches. Critics and players noted the game's stripped-down content compared to previous titles, though many appreciated the emotion and multitasking systems.
Far Cry 3 offers a captivating blend of open-world exploration and engaging combat, set against a backdrop of a lush tropical island. While praised for its storytelling and characters, the game faces criticism for narrative inconsistencies and cultural insensitivity.
Stardew Valley is a farming simulation game that offers a charming and engaging experience, praised for its gameplay, narrative, and character development. Critics and players alike appreciate the game's relaxing and rewarding gameplay loop, though some find the early hours tedious.
The Sims 2 builds upon the success of its predecessor, offering an expanded world and deeper simulation mechanics. Critics praised its innovative features and engaging gameplay, while players noted some technical issues and repetitive elements.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 received universal acclaim for its gripping single-player campaign and groundbreaking multiplayer mode, though some critics noted its lack of innovation and short campaign length.
Red Dead Redemption is a critically acclaimed action-adventure game that immerses players in a richly detailed Wild West setting, praised for its narrative depth, gameplay mechanics, and visual fidelity.
Mafia, released in 2002, was praised for its realistic and serious approach to the open-world genre, offering a larger cityscape and more varied transportation options compared to contemporaries like Grand Theft Auto III. However, the console versions received less favorable reviews than the PC version.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a critically acclaimed action role-playing game that offers a vast, immersive world and a compelling narrative, though it faces criticism for technical issues and a lack of innovation.
BioShock, a first-person shooter with rich narrative and political undertones, received widespread acclaim for its immersive gameplay and artistic world-building. Critics praised its engaging story and innovative gameplay, though some noted issues with the Vita-Chambers system and repetitive combat.
The Sims 3 received widespread acclaim for its innovative features and engaging gameplay, though some critics noted issues with certain versions.
Undertale, a role-playing game with a unique combat system and compelling narrative, has garnered universal acclaim from critics for its innovative gameplay and storytelling.
The Sims, a life simulation game, received universal acclaim for its open-ended gameplay and humor. Critics praised its user-friendly interface and detailed graphics, while players noted its ability to attract casual and female gamers.
Assassin's Creed blends historical intrigue with stealth gameplay, offering a mix of praise for its innovative social stealth concept and criticism for repetitive missions and technical issues.
Cyberpunk 2077, highly anticipated and critically praised for its immersive world and story depth, faces significant criticism for performance issues on consoles. Critics and players offer a mixed bag of praise and disappointment, making it a divisive title.
Red Dead Redemption 2 is a critically acclaimed game praised for its storytelling, characters, and immersive open world. Critics laud its detailed narrative and expansive gameplay, though some note initial pacing issues.
Portal is a critically acclaimed puzzle game praised for its unique gameplay and dark humor. Critics and players alike appreciate its clever level design and engaging narrative, though some note its relatively short length.
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare received universal acclaim for its Xbox 360, PS3, and PC versions, praised for its contemporary setting, set-piece-driven campaign, and deep multiplayer mode. The Wii version received generally positive reviews but faced criticism for visual compromises and control issues.
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive is a highly regarded first-person shooter that has maintained its popularity since its 2012 release, praised for its faithfulness to its predecessors and competitive gameplay.
Half-Life 2, a first-person shooter set in a dystopian future, received near-universal acclaim for its groundbreaking physics engine, immersive storytelling, and stunning visuals. Critics praised its innovative gameplay mechanics and narrative depth, though some noted issues with the Steam platform's installation process.
Among Us is a social deduction game that has garnered significant praise for its engaging multiplayer experience, though it faces criticism for technical issues and a lack of certain features.
Genshin Impact, a free-to-play action RPG, has garnered generally favorable reviews for its expansive world design and engaging gameplay, though it faces criticism over its monetization practices and cultural representation.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is a critically acclaimed open-world RPG that offers a vast, immersive world and deep character customization. Critics praise its engaging gameplay, rich storytelling, and beautiful world design, though some noted issues with the user interface on PC.