Across the internet, gamers are foaming at the mouth to post their selections of the greatest titles of 2025. Yet, where are the flops, the low achievers? It's time to take a momentary detour to recognize the lowest-rated games of the year, according to review aggregator Metacritic. Is every one of these games as bad as their scores suggest? Here is the list.
10. Welcome Tour for Switch 2
Aggregate Score: 54/100, User Score: 3.4/10
Initial reactions to this pack-in experience were heavily influenced by its $9.99 price tag, with many voicing frustration it wasn't a free pack-in like some other console launches. Reviewer sentiment spanned a wide spectrum, from "crushing disappointment" to more generous appraisals that highlighted the delightful software itself. Regardless of the grumbling, the title proved to be a surprisingly robust commercial performer during its launch month.
9. Rennsport
Metascore: 53/100, User Score: 3.2/10
Presented as "beyond a racing game," this simulation from Competition Company and Teyon was met with largely negative reviews. The consensus was that the game was lacking in key areas, particularly in a year filled with high-quality racing games. Ultimately, this disappointing sim was better off left in the garage.
8. Bubsy's Purrfect Collection
Metascore: 53/100, User Score: 8.6/10
First things first: the confusing title grammar is a silly annoyance. This collection of 1990s-era Bubsy titles revives a "attitude"-filled feline known for non-stop hacky one-liners. Reviewers noted that these games haven't aged well originally and feel dated with age. The surprisingly strong user score is a baffling oddity to the critical reception.
7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game
Metascore: 53, User Score: 3.5
This manga-based fighting game encountered widespread disappointment from both reviewers and players. Complaints centered on a thin roster of characters and a dearth of content. Fan reaction was notably negative, with some voicing a hope that the title's poor performance would have consequences for similar releases.
6. Neptunia Riders Vs Dogoos
Aggregate Score: 51, User Score: 5.3
Based on the anime-style Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this vehicle combat game tasks players with collecting cute monsters. Critics argued that its goal to mimic a unique gameplay loop didn't land, coming across as more of a cash grab than a meaningful addition to the franchise. Its 3-hour duration combined with a premium price was criticized.
5. Captain Blood
Metascore: 50, User Score: 5.3
This title is a curious artifact from the past, launched after nearly two decades in production delays. The team behind it consciously chose to keep the game as an period-accurate experience of its time, accepting that contemporary players might criticize its retro feel. As such, many reviews concluded that the tale of its resurrection was more interesting than the actual gameplay.
4. Salvation
Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 2.4
This anime-art roguelike shooter drawing from games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. The main issues centered on uninspired foes, monotonous stage design, and a unengaging plot. A particular feature involving the character's attire was universally disliked and undermined the game's potential charm.
3. Paramedic Simulator
Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 4.9
Think of the tense medical sims of the past, then strip away the compelling story. That, according to reviews, is roughly *Ambulance Life*. Critics found the ambulance-driving sequences to be a slog, and the treatment of mental health topics was criticized as being poorly executed. The overall experience was deemed a missed opportunity.
2. Tamagotchi Plaza
Metascore: 43, Audience Score: 5.8
This shift away from the classic virtual pet formula makes the franchise into a minigame collection title. The result, per critics, was a vapid collection of simple minigames that quickly grew tiresome. Some reviews went so far as to declare it one of the lowest-quality titles available on its platform, noting a profound lack of depth.
1. MindsEye
Aggregate Score: 37, Audience Score: 2.5
Positioned as a high-profile crime saga from a team featuring experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a catastrophic commercial failure. Reviews universally panned its lousy combat, boring plot, and a multitude of horrendous bugs. Critics found it to be a downgrade compared to decades-old games in the similar style. Among the overwhelming criticism, a tiny number of positive user reviews found something to enjoy in the experience, offering a rare counterpoint.
