The Worst Video Games of 2025, According to Aggregate Scores

Across the internet, fans are quick to share their lists of the greatest releases of 2025. Yet, where are the flops, the underperformers? We'll take a momentary detour to examine the most panned games of the year, based on the aggregate scores from Metacritic. Are all of these games truly as terrible as their scores suggest? We shall see.

10. Welcome Tour for Switch 2

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

First impressions to this showcase title were shaped by its $9.99 price tag, with many feeling cheesed off it wasn't a free pack-in like some other console launches. Reviewer sentiment spanned a wide spectrum, from harsh disappointment to slightly kinder reviews that noted the delightful software underneath the controversy. Despite the controversy, the title proved to be a strong digital seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Billed as "beyond a racing game," this vroom-vroom title from studios in Germany and Poland was met with largely negative reviews. Reviews pointed out that the game felt unfinished in key areas, especially in a year featuring excellent 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 irritating punctuation is a minor strike against it. This compilation of retro Bubsy titles revives a "attitude"-filled feline known for constant hacky one-liners. Reviewers noted that these games were mediocre originally and have not improved with age. The notably positive user score is a curious oddity to the Metascore.

7. Nen x Impact

Metascore: 53, User Score: 3.5

This manga-based brawler was met with significant backlash from both professionals and the dedicated community. It was lambasted for a thin fighter lineup and a severe lack of features. Player sentiment was especially vitriolic, with some voicing a wish that the title's flop would be a warning for similar releases.

6. Riders Vs Dogoos

Metascore: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

Based on the anime-style Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this motorcycle action game tasks players with gathering Dogoos. Critics argued that its attempt to channel a *Katamari Damacy*-like experience didn't land, coming across as more of a quick spin-off than a meaningful addition to the franchise. Its brief runtime combined with a $40 price tag seemed like a bold choice.

5. Captain Blood

Aggregate Score: 50, User Score: 5.3

This title is a curious artifact from the past, launched after years and years in production delays. The team behind it made the decision to preserve the game as an authentic artifact of its time, accepting that modern gamers might dislike its old-school mechanics. As such, many reviews noted that the fascinating story of its development was far richer than the actual gameplay.

4. Scar-Lead

Metascore: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-art action game drawing from games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. Common complaints were bland enemy design, repetitive levels, and a snoozy narrative. A much-criticized system involving the protagonist's clothing was widely panned and detracted from the game's enjoyment.

3. Ambulance Life

Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Think of the strategic medical sims of the past, then strip away the memorable characters. That, according to reviews, is roughly *Ambulance Life*. Players found the core gameplay loop to be monotonous, and the story's portrayal of mental health topics 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 virtual pet formula makes the franchise into a shopping simulation title. The result, based on critics, was a vapid assortment of basic activities that very soon became boring. Some reviews went so far as to label it one of the lowest-quality titles available on its platform, citing a complete absence of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, User Score: 2.5

Arriving as a blockbuster GTA-style title from a team featuring well-known figures, *MindsEye* was a catastrophic commercial failure. Reviews heavily criticized its weak action, uninspired storytelling, and a plethora of game-breaking glitches. Critics found it to be a significant step back compared to much older games in the same genre. Despite the overwhelming criticism, a few of fans found something to enjoy in the experience, offering a lonely contrast.