The Worst Video Games of 2025, According to Review Aggregator Metacritic

Across the internet, enthusiasts are foaming at the mouth to post their rankings of the greatest games of 2025. Yet, where are the flops, the failures? It's time to take a few moments to examine the most panned games of the year, based on the critical consensus on Metacritic. Could each of these games as bad as their scores suggest? Here is the list.

10. Switch 2's Welcome Tour

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

The early response to this tech demo were heavily influenced by its $9.99 price tag, with many expressing disappointment it wasn't a bundled game like similar console launches. Reviewer sentiment spanned a wide spectrum, from scathing critiques to slightly kinder takes that noted the delightful software itself. Despite the grumbling, the title proved to be a notable digital seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Presented as "beyond a racing game," this driving sim from Competition Company and Teyon garnered overwhelmingly poor reviews. The consensus was that the game felt unfinished in key areas, particularly in a year packed with high-quality racing games. For many, this sputtering stinker was better off left in the garage.

8. Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection

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

Before we start: the awkward colon usage is a minor annoyance. This collection of SNES and PS1 mascot platformers features a "attitude"-filled feline known for non-stop jokes. Reviewers noted that these games haven't aged well originally and have not improved with age. The notably positive user score remains a curious oddity to the critical reception.

7. Nen x Impact

Metascore: 53, Audience Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* fighting game encountered widespread disappointment from both critics and players. Issues included a limited character selection and a dearth of content. Player sentiment was especially harsh, with some voicing a hope that the title's flop would have consequences for future projects.

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 rounding up Dogoos. Reviewers felt that its effort to channel a rolling-collection feel didn't land, coming across as more of a low-effort product than a worthy series entry. Its 3-hour duration combined with a premium price seemed like a bold choice.

5. Captain Blood

Aggregate Score: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a piece of lost media from the Xbox era, seeing the light of day after a very long time in legal limbo. The team behind it opted to preserve the game as an authentic experience of its time, fully aware that modern gamers might criticize its old-school mechanics. As such, many reviews remarked that the tale of its development was more interesting than the game itself.

4. Salvation

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-styled third-person shooter modeled after games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. Frequent criticisms included bland enemy design, monotonous stage design, 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

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 4.9

Think of the engaging surgery games of the past, then take out the compelling story. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Critics found the ambulance-driving sequences to be tedious and repetitive, and the narrative's handling 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 digital companion formula turns the franchise into a shopping simulation title. The result, based on critics, was a unsatisfying assortment of basic activities that very soon grew tiresome. Some reviews went so far as to label it one of the most disappointing titles available on its platform, noting a dearth of satisfying gameplay.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Positioned as a high-profile GTA-style title from a studio led by well-known figures, *MindsEye* was a spectacular disappointment. Reviews heavily criticized its weak action, uninspired storytelling, and a multitude of horrendous bugs. Many found it to be a significant step back compared to decades-old games in the similar style. Amidst the scathing reviews, a small handful of fans found value in the experience, providing a rare contrast.