Across the internet, fans are quick to share their lists of the greatest games of 2025. Yet, where are the stinkers, the failures? It's time to take a moment to examine the lowest-rated games of the year, based on the aggregate scores from Metacritic. Is every one of these games as disappointing as their scores suggest? We shall see.
10. Welcome Tour for Switch 2
Metascore: 54/100, User Score: 3.4/10
Initial reactions to this tech demo were colored by its $9.99 price tag, with many feeling cheesed off it wasn't a free pack-in like similar console launches. Critical opinion was quite mixed, from scathing critiques to more generous takes that noted the charming software underneath the controversy. Despite the grumbling, the title proved to be a surprisingly robust digital seller during its launch month.
9. Rennsport
Aggregate Score: 53/100, User Score: 3.2/10
Presented as "more than a racing game," this simulation from studios in Germany and Poland was met with largely negative reviews. Reviews pointed out that the game felt unfinished in nearly every way, particularly in a year featuring stellar racing titles. In the eyes of critics, this underwhelming entry was better off left on the shelf.
8. Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection
Aggregate Score: 53/100, User Score: 8.6/10
First things first: the awkward title grammar is a silly annoyance. This anthology of 1990s-era mascot platformers showcases a rude feline known for non-stop jokes. Critics observed that these games were mediocre in their time and haven't gotten better with age. The improbably high user score stands as a baffling contrast to the Metascore.
7. Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact
Aggregate Score: 53, Audience Score: 3.5
This manga-based fighting game encountered harsh criticism from both critics and players. Issues included a small fighter lineup and a dearth of gameplay modes. User reviews was especially vitriolic, with some voicing a wish that the title's failure would be a warning for future projects.
6. Neptunia Riders Vs Dogoos
Metascore: 51, Audience Score: 5.3
Hailing from the niche Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this vehicle combat game tasks players with collecting Dogoos. The assessment was that its effort to mimic a unique experience was unsuccessful, coming across as more of a quick spin-off than a meaningful series entry. 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 mid-2000s, finally released after nearly two decades in development hell. The team behind it made the decision to release the game as an authentic artifact of its time, acknowledging that today's audiences might not appreciate its retro feel. As such, many reviews concluded that the tale of its development was far richer than the end product.
4. Scar-Lead
Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 2.4
This anime-art roguelike shooter modeled after games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. Common complaints included uninspired foes, samey environments, and a unengaging plot. A particular feature involving the character's attire was widely panned and took away from the game's potential charm.
3. Ambulance Life
Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 4.9
Recall the engaging medical sims of the past, then take out the satisfying gameplay. That, according to reviews, is roughly *Ambulance Life*. Players found the ambulance-driving sequences to be monotonous, and the treatment of its subject matter was criticized as being poorly executed. The overall experience was deemed largely unsatisfying.
2. Tamagotchi Plaza
Metascore: 43, User Score: 5.8
This departure from the classic virtual pet formula transforms the franchise into a town-management title. The result, according to critics, was a vapid series of basic activities that rapidly overstayed its welcome. Some reviews went so far as to label it one of the most disappointing titles available on its platform, pointing to a profound lack of engaging content.
1. MindsEye
Metascore: 37, Audience Score: 2.5
Positioned as a major crime saga from a team featuring industry veterans, *MindsEye* was a notable critical flop. Reviews universally panned its weak action, dull missions, and a host of game-breaking glitches. Critics found it to be a downgrade compared to decades-old games in the similar style. Among the overwhelming criticism, a few of fans found fun in the experience, providing a rare vote of confidence.
