The Lowest-Rated Video Games of 2025, Per Metacritic

At every turn, gamers are eagerly sharing their selections of the best titles of 2025. But what about the disasters, the low achievers? Let's take a momentary detour to honor the absolute worst games of the year, as determined by review aggregator Metacritic. Are all of these games as disappointing as the reviews suggest? Let's find out.

10. Welcome Tour for Switch 2

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

The early response to this showcase title were shaped by its $9.99 price tag, with many expressing disappointment it wasn't a free pack-in like some other console launches. Reviewer sentiment spanned a wide spectrum, from "crushing disappointment" to slightly kinder reviews that noted the charming software underneath the controversy. Regardless of the debate, the title proved to be a notable digital seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Billed as "beyond a racing game," this simulation from studios in Germany and Poland garnered pretty unanimous reviews. The consensus was that the game fell short in almost every category, notably in a year featuring stellar racing titles. Ultimately, this sputtering stinker was advised to be left unplayed.

8. Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection

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

First things first: the irritating punctuation is a notable strike against it. This compilation of retro Bubsy titles features a sarcastic feline known for constant quips. The consensus was that these games haven't aged well originally and haven't gotten better with age. The improbably high user score remains a curious oddity to the Metascore.

7. Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact

Metascore: 53, User Score: 3.5

This anime-inspired fighting game encountered harsh criticism from both reviewers and the dedicated community. It was lambasted for a thin fighter lineup and a minimal offering of gameplay modes. Fan reaction was notably harsh, with some voicing a wish that the title's poor performance would have consequences for future projects.

6. Neptunia Riders Vs Dogoos

Aggregate Score: 51, User Score: 5.3

A part of the quirky Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this bike-riding title tasks players with collecting cute monsters. The assessment was that its effort to recreate a unique gameplay loop was unsuccessful, coming across as more of a cash grab than a meaningful series entry. Its brief runtime combined with a premium price was criticized.

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 development hell. The publishers made the decision to preserve the game as an period-accurate artifact of its time, fully aware that contemporary players might criticize its retro feel. As such, many reviews noted that the interesting history of its journey was more compelling than the end product.

4. Salvation

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-styled action game inspired by games like *Returnal* fell flat with critics. The main issues centered on repetitive adversaries, monotonous stage design, and a forgettable story. A particular feature involving the protagonist's clothing was widely panned and took away from the game's potential charm.

3. Ambulance Life

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Imagine the tense surgery games of the past, then remove the satisfying gameplay. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Players found the ambulance-driving sequences to be tedious and repetitive, and the narrative's handling of its subject matter was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed not very compelling.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, Audience Score: 5.8

This departure from the classic virtual pet formula transforms the franchise into a minigame collection title. The result, according to critics, was a vapid series of basic activities that very soon grew tiresome. Some reviews went so far as to declare it one of the worst titles available on its platform, pointing to a dearth of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Aggregate Score: 37, User Score: 2.5

Positioned as a major GTA-style title from a studio led by industry veterans, *MindsEye* was a catastrophic critical flop. Reviews savaged its weak action, dull missions, and a multitude of technical problems. Critics found it to be a significant step back compared to decades-old games in the same genre. Amidst the scathing reviews, a few of positive user reviews found something to enjoy in the experience, offering a distinct contrast.