The Worst Games of This Year, Based on Metacritic

Across the internet, enthusiasts are eagerly sharing their selections of the greatest titles of 2025. However, what of the flops, the low achievers? It's time to take a few moments to honor the absolute worst games of the year, according to the aggregate scores from Metacritic. Are all of these games truly as terrible as the ratings suggest? Let's find out.

10. Welcome Tour for Switch 2

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

Initial reactions to this tech demo were heavily influenced 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 takes that praised the charming software itself. In spite of the grumbling, the title proved to be a strong seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Billed as "not just a racing game," this simulation from European developers received pretty unanimous reviews. The consensus was that the game felt unfinished in key areas, notably in a year packed with stellar racing experiences. Ultimately, this sputtering stinker was better off left unplayed.

8. The Purrfect Bubsy Collection

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

Before we start: the confusing title grammar is a silly point of contention. This compilation of retro platforming games showcases a rude feline known for incessant jokes. Critics observed that these games were mediocre to begin with and have not improved with age. The improbably high user score remains a peculiar anomaly to the Metascore.

7. Nen x Impact

Metascore: 53, Audience Score: 3.5

This manga-based brawler faced harsh criticism from both critics and the dedicated community. Issues included a thin fighter lineup and a severe lack of features. User reviews was notably harsh, with some stating a desire that the title's flop would serve as a lesson for future projects.

6. Neptunia Riders Vs Dogoos

Metascore: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

Hailing from the niche Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this bike-riding title tasks players with rounding up Dogoos. The assessment was that its effort to mimic a rolling-collection experience didn't land, coming across as more of a quick spin-off than a meaningful addition to the franchise. Its short length combined with a premium price raised eyebrows.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, User Score: 5.3

This title is a resurrected relic from the past, seeing the light of day after years and years in production delays. The publishers opted to keep the game as an authentic experience of its time, accepting that today's audiences might not appreciate its dated design. As such, many reviews remarked that the fascinating story of its development was more compelling than the game itself.

4. Salvation

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-styled third-person shooter inspired by games like *Returnal* failed to impress with critics. Common complaints centered on repetitive adversaries, monotonous stage design, and a snoozy narrative. A particular feature involving the protagonist's clothing was seen as adding nothing and detracted from the game's potential charm.

3. Paramedic Simulator

Metascore: 44, User Score: 4.9

Think of the engaging medical sims of the past, then take out the memorable characters. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Players found the ambulance-driving sequences to be a slog, and the narrative's handling of mental health topics was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed a missed opportunity.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, Audience Score: 5.8

This new direction for the classic digital companion formula makes the franchise into a town-management title. The result, according to critics, was a vapid assortment of repetitive tasks that very soon overstayed its welcome. Some reviews went so far as to label it one of the most disappointing titles available on its platform, noting a profound lack of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, User Score: 2.5

Positioned as a blockbuster GTA-style title from a team featuring well-known figures, *MindsEye* was a notable commercial failure. Reviews savaged its weak action, boring plot, and a host of game-breaking glitches. Critics found it to be a significant step back compared to much older games in the same genre. Despite the sea of negativity, a tiny number of optimistic players found something to enjoy in the experience, providing a rare contrast.