The Worst Games of This Year, According to Metacritic

Across the internet, fans are quick to share their selections of the top titles of 2025. Yet, where are the disasters, the low achievers? It's time to take a momentary detour to honor the absolute worst games of the year, according to review aggregator Metacritic. Are all of these games as disappointing as their scores suggest? We shall see.

10. Welcome Tour for Switch 2

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

The early response to this showcase title were shaped by its $9.99 price tag, with many feeling cheesed off it wasn't a free pack-in like some other console launches. Critical opinion spanned a wide spectrum, from "crushing disappointment" to somewhat forgiving appraisals that noted the polished software itself. Despite the grumbling, the title proved to be a surprisingly robust commercial performer during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Billed as "not just a racing game," this simulation from Competition Company and Teyon garnered largely negative reviews. Reviews pointed out that the game felt unfinished in key areas, especially in a year filled with excellent racing games. In the eyes of critics, this underwhelming entry was best left unplayed.

8. The Purrfect Bubsy Collection

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

Before we start: the irritating punctuation is a minor point of contention. This collection of retro Bubsy titles showcases a "attitude"-filled feline known for constant jokes. Critics observed that these games were mediocre originally and have not improved with age. The improbably high user score is a peculiar contrast to the professional reviews.

7. Nen x Impact

Aggregate Score: 53, Audience Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* brawler was met with widespread disappointment from both critics and the dedicated community. Issues included a small roster of characters and a dearth of features. Fan reaction was especially negative, with some stating a desire that the title's poor performance would have consequences for future projects.

6. Neptunia Motorcycle Game

Aggregate Score: 51, User Score: 5.3

Hailing from the quirky Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this vehicle combat game tasks players with collecting slime-like creatures. Reviewers felt that its goal to mimic a unique gameplay loop didn't land, coming across as more of a quick spin-off than a substantial Neptunia game. Its short length combined with a premium price was criticized.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, User Score: 5.3

This title is a curious artifact from the mid-2000s, launched after years and years in production delays. The team behind it made the decision to release the game as an authentic product of its time, acknowledging that contemporary players might criticize its dated design. As such, many reviews remarked that the fascinating story of its journey was more interesting than the game itself.

4. Salvation

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-styled action game modeled after games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. Common complaints centered on repetitive adversaries, repetitive levels, and a snoozy narrative. A particular feature involving the character's attire was seen as adding nothing and undermined the game's enjoyment.

3. Ambulance Life

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Recall the tense surgery games of the past, then remove the satisfying gameplay. That, according to reviews, is pretty much *Ambulance Life*. Reviewers found the core gameplay loop to be monotonous, and the story's portrayal of mental health topics was criticized as being poorly executed. The overall experience was deemed a missed opportunity.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Aggregate Score: 43, Audience Score: 5.8

This new direction for the classic digital companion formula makes the franchise into a minigame collection title. The result, per critics, was a vapid series of simple minigames that very soon overstayed its welcome. Some reviews went so far as to call it one of the lowest-quality titles available on its platform, pointing to a complete absence of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Aggregate Score: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Intended to be a major crime saga from a team featuring industry veterans, *MindsEye* was a catastrophic commercial failure. Reviews universally panned its lousy combat, dull missions, and a plethora of horrendous bugs. Critics found it to be a significant step back compared to much older games in the similar style. Despite the sea of negativity, a few of fans found value in the experience, offering a rare contrast.