The Lowest-Rated Games of This Year, According to Review Aggregator Metacritic

Across the internet, enthusiasts are foaming at the mouth to post their selections of the greatest releases of 2025. Yet, where are the disasters, the low achievers? It's time to take a moment to honor the absolute worst games of the year, according to review aggregator Metacritic. Are all of these games truly as terrible as their scores suggest? We shall see.

10. Switch 2's Welcome Tour

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

Initial reactions to this showcase title were shaped by its $9.99 price tag, with many feeling cheesed off it wasn't a complimentary title like competing console launches. Reviewer sentiment varied dramatically, from scathing critiques to slightly kinder reviews that noted the charming software underneath the controversy. Regardless of the debate, the title proved to be a notable digital seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Marketed as "more than a racing game," this driving sim from European developers received largely negative reviews. Critics noted that the game fell short in key areas, particularly in a year filled with excellent racing experiences. In the eyes of critics, this disappointing sim was advised to be left in the garage.

8. Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection

Metascore: 53/100, User Score: 8.6/10

Before we start: the awkward title grammar is a minor annoyance. This anthology of 1990s-era mascot platformers features a "attitude"-filled feline known for constant hacky one-liners. The consensus was that these games were mediocre originally and feel dated with age. The notably positive user score stands as a baffling anomaly to the Metascore.

7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

Aggregate Score: 53, Audience Score: 3.5

This manga-based brawler faced widespread disappointment from both professionals and the dedicated community. Complaints centered on a small fighter lineup and a severe lack of content. User reviews was notably harsh, with some expressing a hope that the title's failure would be a warning for similar releases.

6. Neptunia Riders Vs Dogoos

Metascore: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

Based on the anime-style Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this vehicle combat game tasks players with gathering cute monsters. Critics argued that its effort to recreate a unique feel ultimately fell flat, coming across as more of a cash grab than a substantial Neptunia game. Its 3-hour duration combined with a full retail cost raised eyebrows.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a curious artifact from the Xbox era, seeing the light of day after years and years in development hell. The team behind it consciously chose to preserve the game as an period-accurate artifact of its time, accepting that modern gamers might criticize its retro feel. As such, many reviews concluded that the tale of its development was more interesting than the end product.

4. Scar-Lead

Metascore: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-art roguelike shooter drawing from games like *Returnal* fell flat with critics. The main issues were bland enemy design, samey environments, and a forgettable story. A controversial mechanic involving the protagonist's clothing was universally disliked and undermined the game's overall experience.

3. Paramedic Simulator

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 4.9

Recall the strategic medical sims of the past, then remove the satisfying gameplay. That, according to reviews, is roughly *Ambulance Life*. Critics found the core gameplay loop to be tedious and repetitive, and the narrative's handling of mental health topics was criticized as being poorly executed. The overall experience was deemed largely unsatisfying.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, Audience Score: 5.8

This shift away from the classic virtual pet formula makes the franchise into a town-management title. The result, per critics, was a vapid collection of basic activities that very soon overstayed its welcome. Some reviews went so far as to declare it one of the lowest-quality titles available on its platform, citing a profound lack of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Aggregate Score: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Arriving as a high-profile GTA-style title from a ex-Rockstar veteran's industry veterans, *MindsEye* was a notable critical flop. Reviews heavily criticized its weak action, dull missions, and a multitude of horrendous bugs. Several found it to be a regression compared to previous-generation games in the action genre. Amidst the overwhelming criticism, a few of optimistic players found value in the experience, providing a distinct vote of confidence.