The Lowest-Rated Titles of 2025, According to Review Aggregator Metacritic

Across the internet, fans are eagerly sharing their lists of the top releases of 2025. Yet, where are the disasters, the failures? It's time to take a few moments to recognize the lowest-rated games of the year, according to the aggregate scores from Metacritic. Are all of these games as bad as their scores suggest? Here is the list.

10. Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour

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

Initial reactions to this tech demo were heavily influenced by its $9.99 price tag, with many voicing frustration it wasn't a bundled game like similar console launches. Reviewer sentiment varied dramatically, from harsh disappointment to more generous appraisals that praised the delightful software underneath the controversy. Despite the debate, the title proved to be a strong commercial performer during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Marketed as "more than a racing game," this simulation from studios in Germany and Poland was met with overwhelmingly poor reviews. Reviews pointed out that the game fell short in nearly every way, particularly in a year filled with excellent racing experiences. Ultimately, this underwhelming entry was best left unplayed.

8. Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection

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

To begin with: the irritating title grammar is a notable annoyance. This anthology of 1990s-era platforming games revives a "attitude"-filled feline known for incessant quips. The consensus was that these games were mediocre in their time and haven't gotten better with age. The improbably high user score stands as a peculiar anomaly to the professional reviews.

7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

Metascore: 53, User Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* brawler encountered widespread disappointment from both professionals and the dedicated community. Issues included a limited character selection and a minimal offering of features. Fan reaction was especially harsh, with some stating a hope that the title's failure would serve as a lesson for future projects.

6. Neptunia Riders Vs Dogoos

Aggregate Score: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

Hailing from the anime-style Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this vehicle combat game tasks players with gathering cute monsters. The assessment was that its goal to recreate a unique experience ultimately fell flat, coming across as more of a low-effort product than a meaningful Neptunia game. Its 3-hour duration combined with a premium price seemed like a bold choice.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, User Score: 5.3

This title is a resurrected relic from the mid-2000s, seeing the light of day after nearly two decades in production delays. The team behind it opted to release the game as an period-accurate product of its time, acknowledging that modern gamers might dislike its retro feel. As such, many reviews noted that the fascinating story of its resurrection was more interesting than the game itself.

4. Scar-Lead

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-styled action game modeled after games like *Returnal* failed to impress with critics. Frequent criticisms included repetitive adversaries, repetitive levels, and a forgettable story. A controversial mechanic involving the character's attire was universally disliked and undermined the game's overall experience.

3. Ambulance Life: A Paramedic Simulator

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 4.9

Imagine the tense surgery games of the past, then remove the compelling story. That, according to reviews, is roughly *Ambulance Life*. Reviewers found the emergency response sections to be tedious and repetitive, and the treatment of its subject matter was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed a missed opportunity.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, Audience Score: 5.8

This shift away from the classic digital companion formula transforms the franchise into a minigame collection title. The result, according to critics, was a vapid series of repetitive tasks that quickly became boring. Some reviews went so far as to label it one of the worst titles available on its platform, noting a dearth of depth.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Arriving as a high-profile open-world action game from a team featuring industry veterans, *MindsEye* was a catastrophic critical flop. Reviews universally panned its lousy combat, boring plot, and a multitude of horrendous bugs. Critics found it to be a significant step back compared to previous-generation games in the similar style. Amidst the sea of negativity, a small handful of optimistic players found value in the experience, offering a lonely vote of confidence.