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

At every turn, gamers are eagerly sharing their rankings of the greatest titles of 2025. But what about the stinkers, the underperformers? It's time to take a moment to honor 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? Here is the list.

10. Welcome Tour for Switch 2

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

The early response to this showcase title were colored by its $9.99 price tag, with many expressing disappointment it wasn't a complimentary title like competing console launches. Critical opinion varied dramatically, from harsh disappointment to slightly kinder appraisals that noted the polished software itself. Regardless 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

Billed as "not just a racing game," this driving sim from Competition Company and Teyon garnered pretty unanimous reviews. Reviews pointed out that the game fell short in nearly every way, especially in a year packed with high-quality racing titles. In the eyes of critics, this disappointing sim was better off left in the garage.

8. The Purrfect Bubsy Collection

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

To begin with: the awkward punctuation is a notable strike against it. This collection of SNES and PS1 platforming games features a "attitude"-filled feline known for constant quips. The consensus was that these games haven't aged well to begin with and haven't gotten better with age. The improbably high user score stands as a baffling oddity to the professional reviews.

7. Nen x Impact

Metascore: 53, Audience Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* fighting game encountered harsh criticism from both critics and the dedicated community. It was lambasted for a small roster of characters and a severe lack of content. Player sentiment was particularly vitriolic, with some stating a desire that the title's poor performance would serve as a lesson for future projects.

6. Neptunia Motorcycle Game

Aggregate Score: 51, User Score: 5.3

Based on the quirky Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this bike-riding title tasks players with rounding up slime-like creatures. Critics argued that its attempt to mimic a *Katamari Damacy*-like feel ultimately fell flat, coming across as more of a quick spin-off than a substantial addition to the franchise. Its short length combined with a $40 price tag was criticized.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a curious artifact from the past, launched after a very long time in legal limbo. The developers consciously chose to preserve the game as an authentic experience of its time, accepting that today's audiences might not appreciate its retro feel. As such, many reviews noted that the fascinating story of its journey was far richer than the actual gameplay.

4. Salvation

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-art roguelike shooter inspired by games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. Common complaints included repetitive adversaries, repetitive levels, and a snoozy narrative. A controversial mechanic involving the protagonist's clothing was widely panned and detracted from the game's enjoyment.

3. Ambulance Life: A Paramedic Simulator

Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Think of the tense medical sims of the past, then remove the satisfying gameplay. That, according to reviews, is roughly *Ambulance Life*. Reviewers found the core gameplay loop to be a slog, and the story's portrayal of mental health topics was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed not very compelling.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Aggregate Score: 43, Audience Score: 5.8

This new direction for the classic digital companion formula turns the franchise into a minigame collection title. The result, based on critics, was a dull collection of basic activities that quickly grew tiresome. Some reviews went so far as to call it one of the lowest-quality titles available on its platform, citing a complete absence of depth.

1. MindsEye

Aggregate Score: 37, User Score: 2.5

Positioned as a blockbuster GTA-style title from a studio led by experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a notable commercial failure. Reviews savaged its weak action, uninspired storytelling, and a plethora of game-breaking glitches. Critics found it to be a downgrade compared to previous-generation games in the action genre. Despite the scathing reviews, a few of positive user reviews found value in the experience, serving as a lonely counterpoint.