The Worst Titles of 2025, Per Metacritic

Across the internet, gamers are eagerly sharing their rankings of the top titles of 2025. Yet, where are the disasters, the failures? We'll take a moment to honor the lowest-rated games of the year, based on review aggregator Metacritic. Is every one of these games as bad as the reviews suggest? Here is the list.

10. Welcome Tour for Switch 2

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

First impressions to this tech demo were colored by its $9.99 price tag, with many voicing frustration it wasn't a complimentary title like similar console launches. Reviewer sentiment varied dramatically, from "crushing disappointment" to more generous reviews that highlighted the charming software underneath the controversy. Regardless of the controversy, the title proved to be a strong commercial performer during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Billed as "beyond a racing game," this vroom-vroom title from Competition Company and Teyon garnered pretty unanimous reviews. Reviews pointed out that the game fell short in key areas, especially in a year filled with excellent racing experiences. In the eyes of critics, this sputtering stinker was best left on the shelf.

8. Bubsy's Purrfect Collection

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

Before we start: the awkward colon usage is a minor annoyance. This compilation of 1990s-era Bubsy titles revives a sarcastic feline known for non-stop quips. The consensus was that these games were mediocre originally and have not improved with age. The surprisingly strong user score is a baffling contrast to the critical reception.

7. Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact

Metascore: 53, User Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* fighter was met with harsh criticism from both professionals and players. It was lambasted for a small character selection and a severe lack of features. Player sentiment was especially vitriolic, with some voicing a wish that the title's flop would have consequences for similar releases.

6. Neptunia Motorcycle Game

Aggregate Score: 51, User Score: 5.3

Hailing from the anime-style Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this motorcycle action game tasks players with rounding up Dogoos. Reviewers felt that its attempt to mimic a *Katamari Damacy*-like experience didn't land, coming across as more of a cash grab than a substantial addition to the franchise. Its brief runtime combined with a full retail cost seemed like a bold choice.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a curious artifact from the past, seeing the light of day after a very long time in development hell. The publishers made the decision to keep the game as an period-accurate experience of its time, accepting that contemporary players might not appreciate its old-school mechanics. As such, many reviews concluded that the fascinating story of its journey was more compelling than the end product.

4. Scar-Lead Salvation

Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-art roguelike shooter modeled after games like *Returnal* failed to impress with critics. The main issues centered on bland enemy design, samey environments, and a forgettable story. A particular feature involving the character's attire was widely panned and took away from the game's potential charm.

3. Ambulance Life

Metascore: 44, User Score: 4.9

Imagine the tense surgery games of the past, then take out the satisfying gameplay. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Critics found the ambulance-driving sequences to be monotonous, and the treatment of serious themes was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed not very compelling.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, User Score: 5.8

This new direction for the classic virtual pet formula transforms the franchise into a minigame collection title. The result, according to critics, was a vapid assortment of basic activities that quickly grew tiresome. Some reviews went so far as to call it one of the worst titles available on its platform, pointing to a profound lack of satisfying gameplay.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, User Score: 2.5

Intended to be a high-profile crime saga from a team featuring industry veterans, *MindsEye* was a notable commercial failure. Reviews savaged its poor shooting mechanics, uninspired storytelling, and a plethora of horrendous bugs. Several found it to be a regression compared to much older games in the same genre. Amidst the scathing reviews, a small handful of fans found fun in the experience, offering a rare vote of confidence.