The Lowest-Rated Games of 2025, Per Aggregate Scores

At every turn, gamers are foaming at the mouth to post their rankings of the greatest titles of 2025. Yet, where are the stinkers, the underperformers? Let's take a momentary detour to examine the most panned games of the year, as determined by the critical consensus on Metacritic. Is every one of these games truly as terrible as the reviews suggest? Here is the list.

10. Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour

Aggregate Score: 54/100, Audience Score: 3.4/10

First impressions to this pack-in experience were heavily influenced by its $9.99 price tag, with many expressing disappointment it wasn't a complimentary title like competing console launches. Reviewer sentiment varied dramatically, from scathing critiques to more generous takes that praised the polished software underneath the controversy. In spite of the grumbling, the title proved to be a surprisingly robust seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

Aggregate Score: 53/100, Audience Score: 3.2/10

Billed as "beyond a racing game," this driving sim from Competition Company and Teyon received largely negative reviews. Critics noted that the game was lacking in almost every category, particularly in a year packed with high-quality racing games. For many, this disappointing sim was advised to be left in the garage.

8. Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection

Aggregate Score: 53/100, Audience Score: 8.6/10

First things first: the awkward title grammar is a notable strike against it. This anthology of retro Bubsy titles showcases a rude feline known for constant jokes. The consensus was that these games haven't aged well in their time and feel dated with age. The notably positive user score is a peculiar contrast to the critical reception.

7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

Aggregate Score: 53, User Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* fighting game faced significant backlash from both reviewers and the dedicated community. Issues included a small roster of characters and a minimal offering of features. Player sentiment was especially harsh, with some stating a desire that the title's flop would be a warning for future projects.

6. Neptunia Riders Vs Dogoos

Aggregate Score: 51, User Score: 5.3

A part of the quirky Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this bike-riding title tasks players with rounding up cute monsters. Reviewers felt that its attempt to channel a *Katamari Damacy*-like experience didn't land, coming across as more of a quick spin-off than a substantial addition to the franchise. Its short length combined with a full retail cost seemed like a bold choice.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, User Score: 5.3

This title is a piece of lost media from the past, finally released after a very long time in development hell. The developers consciously chose to keep the game as an original experience of its time, acknowledging that contemporary players might not appreciate its old-school mechanics. As such, many reviews concluded that the tale of its resurrection was far richer than the end product.

4. Scar-Lead Salvation

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-styled action game modeled after games like *Returnal* failed to impress with critics. Common complaints were repetitive adversaries, samey environments, and a unengaging plot. A much-criticized system involving the outfit degradation was widely panned and undermined the game's potential charm.

3. Paramedic Simulator

Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Recall the tense medical sims of the past, then strip away the compelling story. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Reviewers found the core gameplay loop to be monotonous, and the story's portrayal of serious themes was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed a missed opportunity.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, User Score: 5.8

This departure from the classic digital companion formula makes the franchise into a town-management title. The result, per critics, was a dull series of repetitive tasks that very soon became boring. Some reviews went so far as to call it one of the worst titles available on its platform, citing a complete absence of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Aggregate Score: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Intended to be a high-profile open-world action game from a ex-Rockstar veteran's experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a catastrophic commercial failure. Reviews savaged its weak action, dull missions, and a host of technical problems. Many found it to be a significant step back compared to decades-old games in the similar style. Among the scathing reviews, a small handful of optimistic players found fun in the experience, providing a rare counterpoint.