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

Everywhere you look, fans are foaming at the mouth to post their lists of the greatest games of 2025. But what about the disasters, the failures? It's time to take a few moments to examine the most panned games of the year, as determined by the critical consensus on Metacritic. Are all of these games as disappointing as the reviews suggest? We shall see.

10. Welcome Tour for Switch 2

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

The early response to this pack-in experience were shaped by its $9.99 price tag, with many feeling cheesed off it wasn't a complimentary title like competing console launches. Critical opinion spanned a wide spectrum, from "crushing disappointment" to slightly kinder reviews that noted the polished software underneath the controversy. In spite of the debate, 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 "more than a racing game," this simulation from studios in Germany and Poland garnered pretty unanimous reviews. The consensus was that the game felt unfinished in almost every category, especially in a year filled with stellar racing experiences. For many, this sputtering stinker was best left in the garage.

8. Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection

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

To begin with: the irritating punctuation is a silly annoyance. This compilation of SNES and PS1 mascot platformers features a rude feline known for incessant jokes. The consensus was that these games were mediocre to begin with and haven't gotten better with age. The surprisingly strong user score remains a baffling contrast to the Metascore.

7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

Metascore: 53, User Score: 3.5

This anime-inspired brawler encountered significant backlash from both professionals and players. Complaints centered on a thin fighter lineup and a severe lack of content. Fan reaction was notably vitriolic, with some expressing a desire that the title's failure would be a warning for similar releases.

6. Riders Vs Dogoos

Aggregate Score: 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 goal to recreate a unique experience didn't land, coming across as more of a quick spin-off than a substantial Neptunia game. Its short length combined with a full retail cost raised eyebrows.

5. Captain Blood

Aggregate Score: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a resurrected relic from the past, seeing the light of day after a very long time in development hell. The publishers made the decision to release the game as an authentic product of its time, accepting that modern gamers might dislike its retro feel. As such, many reviews remarked that the tale of its development was far richer than the game itself.

4. Salvation

Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-styled third-person shooter drawing from games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. The main issues centered on uninspired foes, repetitive levels, and a forgettable story. A particular feature involving the protagonist's clothing was widely panned and took away from the game's overall experience.

3. Ambulance Life

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Recall the strategic medical sims of the past, then strip away the compelling story. That, according to reviews, is roughly *Ambulance Life*. Players 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, User Score: 5.8

This new direction for the classic digital companion formula transforms the franchise into a town-management title. The result, based on critics, was a vapid assortment of simple minigames that rapidly became boring. Some reviews went so far as to call it one of the worst titles available on its platform, noting a complete absence of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, User Score: 2.5

Arriving as a major crime saga from a studio led by experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a notable commercial failure. Reviews heavily criticized its weak action, dull missions, and a multitude of game-breaking glitches. Critics found it to be a downgrade compared to decades-old games in the action genre. Among the overwhelming criticism, a tiny number of fans found fun in the experience, offering a lonely counterpoint.