The Most Disappointing Games of 2025, Based on Review Aggregator Metacritic

Across the internet, gamers are foaming at the mouth to post their rankings of the greatest titles of 2025. Yet, where are the flops, the low achievers? We'll take a moment to honor the absolute worst games of the year, as determined by the aggregate scores from Metacritic. Are all of these games truly as terrible as the ratings suggest? Here is the list.

10. Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour

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

The early response to this pack-in experience were heavily influenced by its $9.99 price tag, with many feeling cheesed off it wasn't a complimentary title like competing console launches. Critical opinion was quite mixed, from "crushing disappointment" to somewhat forgiving takes that praised the polished software underneath the controversy. In spite of the grumbling, the title proved to be a strong commercial performer during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Marketed as "not just a racing game," this simulation from European developers was met with largely negative reviews. Reviews pointed out that the game was lacking in nearly every way, especially in a year featuring excellent racing games. Ultimately, this disappointing sim was best left unplayed.

8. The Purrfect Bubsy Collection

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

To begin with: the awkward title grammar is a notable strike against it. This collection of 1990s-era platforming games revives a "attitude"-filled feline known for incessant jokes. Critics observed that these games haven't aged well in their time and feel dated with age. The improbably high user score is a baffling anomaly to the professional reviews.

7. Nen x Impact

Aggregate Score: 53, User Score: 3.5

This anime-inspired fighter faced significant backlash from both professionals and fans. Complaints centered on a limited roster of characters and a severe lack of features. Player sentiment was notably harsh, with some voicing a hope that the title's poor performance would be a warning for future projects.

6. Riders Vs Dogoos

Aggregate Score: 51, User Score: 5.3

Hailing from the niche Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this vehicle combat game tasks players with rounding up slime-like creatures. Reviewers felt that its attempt to recreate a unique experience was unsuccessful, coming across as more of a cash grab than a worthy series entry. Its brief runtime combined with a premium price seemed like a bold choice.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, User Score: 5.3

This title is a curious artifact from the mid-2000s, launched after a very long time in legal limbo. The publishers consciously chose to keep the game as an authentic product of its time, acknowledging that today's audiences might dislike its dated design. As such, many reviews noted that the fascinating story of its development was far richer than the game itself.

4. Scar-Lead

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-art roguelike shooter drawing from games like *Returnal* fell flat with critics. Common complaints were uninspired foes, samey environments, and a unengaging plot. A particular feature involving the character's attire was universally disliked and detracted from the game's potential charm.

3. Paramedic Simulator

Metascore: 44, User Score: 4.9

Imagine the tense surgery games of the past, then remove the memorable characters. That, according to reviews, is roughly *Ambulance Life*. Critics found the emergency response sections to be a slog, and the narrative's handling of its subject matter was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed largely unsatisfying.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, Audience Score: 5.8

This new direction for the classic digital companion formula transforms the franchise into a town-management title. The result, according to critics, was a vapid series of simple minigames that rapidly grew tiresome. Some reviews went so far as to declare it one of the lowest-quality titles available on its platform, pointing to a dearth of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, User Score: 2.5

Positioned as a high-profile GTA-style title from a team featuring well-known figures, *MindsEye* was a catastrophic critical flop. Reviews savaged its lousy combat, boring plot, and a plethora of horrendous bugs. Critics found it to be a significant step back compared to decades-old games in the similar style. Amidst the scathing reviews, a few of positive user reviews found fun in the experience, offering a lonely contrast.