The Worst Video Games of 2025, Based on Aggregate Scores

At every turn, gamers are quick to share their selections of the top games of 2025. Yet, where are the flops, the failures? Let's take a momentary detour to honor the most panned games of the year, according to review aggregator Metacritic. Are all of these games as bad as the reviews suggest? Let's find out.

10. Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour

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

First impressions to this showcase title were colored by its $9.99 price tag, with many voicing frustration it wasn't a complimentary title like competing console launches. Reviewer sentiment spanned a wide spectrum, from "crushing disappointment" to somewhat forgiving reviews that praised the polished software underneath the controversy. Regardless of the grumbling, the title proved to be a notable commercial performer during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Billed as "not just a racing game," this vroom-vroom title from studios in Germany and Poland received largely negative reviews. The consensus was that the game felt unfinished in almost every category, especially in a year packed with high-quality racing games. For many, this sputtering stinker was best left unplayed.

8. The Purrfect Bubsy Collection

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

First things first: the awkward title grammar is a silly annoyance. This compilation of retro mascot platformers revives a sarcastic feline known for incessant jokes. Reviewers noted that these games were mediocre to begin with and haven't gotten better with age. The notably positive user score remains a peculiar contrast to the critical reception.

7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

Aggregate Score: 53, User Score: 3.5

This manga-based fighting game faced harsh criticism from both professionals and the dedicated community. Complaints centered on a thin roster of characters and a minimal offering of content. Fan reaction was notably vitriolic, with some voicing a hope that the title's flop would serve as a lesson for the developers.

6. Neptunia Riders Vs Dogoos

Metascore: 51, User Score: 5.3

Hailing from the niche Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this bike-riding title tasks players with collecting Dogoos. Critics argued that its effort to mimic a unique feel didn't land, coming across as more of a cash grab than a worthy Neptunia game. Its short length combined with a $40 price tag raised eyebrows.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a curious artifact from the Xbox era, finally released after years and years in development hell. The publishers consciously chose to release the game as an authentic product of its time, fully aware that today's audiences might dislike its dated design. As such, many reviews remarked that the fascinating story of its journey was far richer than the end product.

4. Scar-Lead

Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-art third-person shooter modeled after games like *Returnal* fell flat with critics. The main issues were repetitive adversaries, repetitive levels, and a forgettable story. A particular feature involving the character's attire was seen as adding nothing and detracted from the game's potential charm.

3. Paramedic Simulator

Metascore: 44, User Score: 4.9

Think of the tense surgery games of the past, then take out the compelling story. 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 tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed not very compelling.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Aggregate Score: 43, User Score: 5.8

This new direction for the classic virtual pet formula transforms the franchise into a minigame collection title. The result, based on critics, was a unsatisfying series of simple minigames that quickly grew tiresome. Some reviews went so far as to declare it one of the most disappointing titles available on its platform, pointing to a profound lack of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Positioned as a blockbuster GTA-style title from a team featuring well-known figures, *MindsEye* was a notable critical flop. Reviews savaged its lousy combat, boring plot, and a host of game-breaking glitches. Many found it to be a regression compared to much older games in the same genre. Despite the scathing reviews, a few of positive user reviews found value in the experience, providing a lonely counterpoint.