The Worst Video Games of 2025, According to Review Aggregator Metacritic

Across the internet, fans are eagerly sharing their rankings of the greatest titles of 2025. But what about the stinkers, the failures? We'll take a momentary detour to examine the most panned games of the year, as determined by the critical consensus on Metacritic. Could each of these games as bad as the reviews suggest? Let's find out.

10. Welcome Tour for Switch 2

Metascore: 54/100, User 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 some other console launches. Reviewer sentiment spanned a wide spectrum, from harsh disappointment to somewhat forgiving appraisals that noted the polished software itself. Despite the debate, the title proved to be a strong digital seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Billed as "more than a racing game," this vroom-vroom title from studios in Germany and Poland was met with overwhelmingly poor reviews. Critics noted that the game fell short in key areas, especially in a year filled with stellar racing experiences. For many, this underwhelming entry was better off left unplayed.

8. The Purrfect Bubsy Collection

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

First things first: the irritating colon usage is a notable point of contention. This anthology of 1990s-era platforming games showcases a "attitude"-filled feline known for incessant quips. Reviewers noted that these games were not good originally and feel dated with age. The improbably high user score is a curious oddity to the Metascore.

7. Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact

Aggregate Score: 53, User Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* fighter encountered significant backlash from both critics and fans. Complaints centered on a small fighter lineup and a minimal offering of content. Player sentiment was notably vitriolic, with some voicing a wish that the title's failure would have consequences for future projects.

6. Neptunia Riders Vs Dogoos

Aggregate Score: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

Hailing from the anime-style Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this motorcycle action game tasks players with rounding up Dogoos. The assessment was that its effort to channel a *Katamari Damacy*-like experience was unsuccessful, coming across as more of a quick spin-off than a substantial Neptunia game. Its 3-hour duration combined with a full retail cost seemed like a bold choice.

5. Captain Blood

Aggregate Score: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a resurrected relic from the past, finally released after a very long time in production delays. The team behind it made the decision to preserve the game as an authentic product of its time, accepting that today's audiences might not appreciate its old-school mechanics. As such, many reviews remarked that the interesting history of its journey was more interesting than the actual gameplay.

4. Salvation

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-art action game drawing from games like *Returnal* fell flat with critics. The main issues included uninspired foes, monotonous stage design, and a snoozy narrative. A particular feature involving the character's attire was universally disliked and detracted from the game's potential charm.

3. Ambulance Life: A Paramedic Simulator

Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Recall the tense surgery games of the past, then remove the compelling story. That, according to reviews, is roughly *Ambulance Life*. Reviewers found the core gameplay loop to be tedious and repetitive, and the narrative's handling of its subject matter was criticized as being poorly executed. The overall experience was deemed a missed opportunity.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, User Score: 5.8

This new direction for the classic digital companion formula turns the franchise into a town-management title. The result, according to critics, was a vapid assortment of basic activities that rapidly overstayed its welcome. Some reviews went so far as to call it one of the most disappointing titles available on its platform, citing a dearth of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Aggregate Score: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Intended to be a blockbuster open-world action game from a studio led by experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a catastrophic disappointment. Reviews savaged its weak action, dull missions, and a host of game-breaking glitches. Critics found it to be a downgrade compared to much older games in the same genre. Despite the scathing reviews, a tiny number of positive user reviews found value in the experience, providing a distinct contrast.