The Worst Titles of This Year, Per Aggregate Scores

Across the internet, enthusiasts are eagerly sharing their lists of the top releases of 2025. But what about the flops, the underperformers? Let's take a moment to examine the most panned games of the year, based on the critical consensus on Metacritic. Are all of these games as disappointing as their scores suggest? Here is the list.

10. Switch 2's Welcome Tour

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

Initial reactions to this tech demo were heavily influenced by its $9.99 price tag, with many expressing disappointment it wasn't a free pack-in like similar console launches. Critical opinion was quite mixed, from harsh disappointment to slightly kinder reviews that highlighted the delightful software itself. In spite of the controversy, the title proved to be a notable commercial performer during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Presented as "beyond a racing game," this vroom-vroom title from Competition Company and Teyon garnered largely negative reviews. Reviews pointed out that the game felt unfinished in nearly every way, especially in a year packed with high-quality racing titles. For many, this underwhelming entry was better off left in the garage.

8. Bubsy's Purrfect Collection

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

First things first: the confusing title grammar is a notable point of contention. This anthology of retro mascot platformers revives a rude feline known for incessant quips. The consensus was that these games haven't aged well in their time and haven't gotten better with age. The improbably high user score remains a baffling oddity to the professional reviews.

7. Nen x Impact

Aggregate Score: 53, User Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* fighter faced significant backlash from both reviewers and players. Issues included a thin roster of characters and a severe lack of features. Fan reaction was especially negative, with some stating a desire that the title's poor performance would have consequences for similar releases.

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 gathering cute monsters. Critics argued that its attempt to channel a *Katamari Damacy*-like experience didn't land, coming across as more of a low-effort product than a substantial series entry. Its short length combined with a full retail cost was criticized.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a curious artifact from the past, seeing the light of day after nearly two decades in production delays. The team behind it opted to preserve the game as an original product of its time, accepting that modern gamers might not appreciate its old-school mechanics. As such, many reviews remarked that the interesting history of its resurrection was more interesting than the game itself.

4. Salvation

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-art third-person shooter inspired by games like *Returnal* fell flat with critics. Frequent criticisms were bland enemy design, monotonous stage design, and a snoozy narrative. A controversial mechanic involving the outfit degradation was seen as adding nothing and undermined the game's potential charm.

3. Paramedic Simulator

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 4.9

Imagine the tense surgery games of the past, then strip away the compelling story. 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 not very compelling.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, Audience Score: 5.8

This new direction for the classic virtual pet formula transforms the franchise into a minigame collection title. The result, based on critics, was a dull assortment of basic activities that rapidly overstayed its welcome. 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

Arriving as a blockbuster GTA-style title from a ex-Rockstar veteran's experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a spectacular disappointment. Reviews heavily criticized its lousy combat, dull missions, and a multitude of technical problems. Critics found it to be a significant step back compared to previous-generation games in the similar style. Amidst the overwhelming criticism, a tiny number of positive user reviews found value in the experience, providing a rare vote of confidence.