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

Across the internet, enthusiasts are quick to share their rankings of the greatest releases of 2025. But what about the flops, the failures? Let's take a few moments to examine the most panned games of the year, according to the aggregate scores from Metacritic. Is every one of these games as disappointing as the ratings suggest? Let's find out.

10. Switch 2's Welcome Tour

Metascore: 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 feeling cheesed off it wasn't a complimentary title like some other console launches. Critical opinion spanned a wide spectrum, from scathing critiques to slightly kinder reviews that praised the polished software underneath the controversy. Despite the debate, the title proved to be a strong digital seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Presented as "not just a racing game," this simulation from Competition Company and Teyon was met with largely negative reviews. Reviews pointed out that the game fell short in key areas, particularly in a year filled with stellar racing titles. For many, this underwhelming entry was best left in the garage.

8. Bubsy's Purrfect Collection

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

First things first: the awkward punctuation is a silly annoyance. This collection of SNES and PS1 platforming games showcases a rude feline known for incessant quips. Critics observed that these games were not good to begin with and feel dated with age. The improbably high user score is a peculiar contrast to the critical reception.

7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

Aggregate Score: 53, User Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* fighting game faced widespread disappointment from both critics and the dedicated community. It was lambasted for a small fighter lineup and a dearth of features. User reviews was particularly harsh, with some stating a wish that the title's poor performance would be a warning for future projects.

6. Neptunia Riders Vs Dogoos

Aggregate Score: 51, User Score: 5.3

A part of the anime-style Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this motorcycle action game tasks players with gathering slime-like creatures. Critics argued that its effort to recreate a unique experience was unsuccessful, coming across as more of a low-effort product than a meaningful series entry. Its short length combined with a full retail cost raised eyebrows.

5. Captain Blood

Aggregate Score: 50, User Score: 5.3

This title is a curious artifact from the past, launched after nearly two decades in development hell. The developers opted to preserve the game as an original product of its time, fully aware that today's audiences might dislike its retro feel. As such, many reviews noted that the fascinating story of its development was more interesting than the end product.

4. Scar-Lead Salvation

Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-styled roguelike shooter modeled after games like *Returnal* fell flat with critics. The main issues included bland enemy design, monotonous stage design, and a unengaging plot. A particular feature involving the character's attire was seen as adding nothing and took away from the game's overall experience.

3. Paramedic Simulator

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Imagine the engaging medical sims of the past, then take out the memorable characters. That, according to reviews, is pretty much *Ambulance Life*. Critics found the emergency response sections to be monotonous, and the story's portrayal of serious themes was criticized as being poorly executed. The overall experience was deemed a missed opportunity.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Aggregate Score: 43, Audience Score: 5.8

This departure from the classic virtual pet formula makes the franchise into a shopping simulation title. The result, based on critics, was a dull collection of basic activities that very soon overstayed its welcome. Some reviews went so far as to declare it one of the most disappointing titles available on its platform, pointing to a dearth of satisfying gameplay.

1. MindsEye

Aggregate Score: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Arriving as a high-profile open-world action game from a studio led by well-known figures, *MindsEye* was a spectacular disappointment. Reviews universally panned its poor shooting mechanics, dull missions, and a plethora of technical problems. Many found it to be a regression compared to decades-old games in the action genre. Among the sea of negativity, a tiny number of optimistic players found fun in the experience, offering a distinct vote of confidence.