The Worst Games of 2025, Based on Metacritic

Everywhere you look, gamers are quick to share their rankings of the top releases of 2025. However, what of the stinkers, the failures? It's time to take a momentary detour to recognize the lowest-rated games of the year, according to review aggregator Metacritic. Could each of these games as disappointing as their scores suggest? Here is the list.

10. Welcome Tour for Switch 2

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

First impressions 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. Reviewer sentiment varied dramatically, from "crushing disappointment" to slightly kinder reviews that praised the delightful software itself. Regardless of the controversy, the title proved to be a surprisingly robust 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 driving sim from European developers received overwhelmingly poor reviews. Critics noted that the game felt unfinished in nearly every way, notably in a year filled with excellent racing games. Ultimately, this sputtering stinker was advised to be left in the garage.

8. Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection

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

Before we start: the confusing colon usage is a notable strike against it. This anthology of 1990s-era platforming games showcases a rude feline known for constant quips. The consensus was that these games were not good to begin with and feel dated with age. The improbably high user score stands as a baffling contrast to the critical reception.

7. Nen x Impact

Aggregate Score: 53, User Score: 3.5

This manga-based brawler faced widespread disappointment from both reviewers and the dedicated community. It was lambasted for a small fighter lineup and a severe lack of content. Player sentiment was especially harsh, with some stating a wish that the title's flop would be a warning for future projects.

6. Riders Vs Dogoos

Aggregate Score: 51, User Score: 5.3

Hailing from the niche Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this bike-riding title tasks players with rounding up Dogoos. The assessment was that its attempt to recreate a *Katamari Damacy*-like feel was unsuccessful, coming across as more of a low-effort product than a meaningful addition to the franchise. Its brief runtime combined with a premium price raised eyebrows.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a resurrected relic from the Xbox era, finally released after years and years in legal limbo. The publishers opted to release the game as an authentic product of its time, accepting that modern gamers might criticize its retro feel. As such, many reviews remarked that the fascinating story of its journey was more interesting than the end product.

4. Scar-Lead Salvation

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-art action game modeled after games like *Returnal* failed to impress with critics. Common complaints included uninspired foes, repetitive levels, and a unengaging plot. A much-criticized system involving the character's attire was universally disliked and undermined the game's enjoyment.

3. Paramedic Simulator

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Imagine the strategic surgery games of the past, then strip away the satisfying gameplay. That, according to reviews, is pretty much *Ambulance Life*. Players found the emergency response sections to be tedious and repetitive, and the story's portrayal of serious themes was criticized as being poorly executed. The overall experience was deemed not very compelling.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Aggregate Score: 43, User Score: 5.8

This shift away from the classic virtual pet formula transforms the franchise into a town-management title. The result, per critics, was a dull series of basic activities that quickly overstayed its welcome. Some reviews went so far as to declare it one of the lowest-quality titles available on its platform, noting a dearth of depth.

1. MindsEye

Aggregate Score: 37, User Score: 2.5

Intended to be a high-profile GTA-style title from a studio led by industry veterans, *MindsEye* was a spectacular commercial failure. Reviews heavily criticized its poor shooting mechanics, dull missions, and a host of horrendous bugs. Several found it to be a significant step back compared to previous-generation games in the same genre. Despite the sea of negativity, a small handful of positive user reviews found fun in the experience, providing a lonely vote of confidence.