The Worst Video Games of the Year 2025, Per Review Aggregator Metacritic

Everywhere you look, gamers are eagerly sharing their rankings of the top titles of 2025. However, what of the flops, the failures? Let's take a moment to recognize the lowest-rated games of the year, according to the aggregate scores from 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

The early response to this pack-in experience were colored by its $9.99 price tag, with many expressing disappointment it wasn't a complimentary title like competing console launches. Reviewer sentiment spanned a wide spectrum, from scathing critiques to somewhat forgiving takes that noted the polished software underneath the controversy. Regardless of the debate, the title proved to be a notable commercial performer during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Marketed as "beyond a racing game," this driving sim from European developers was met with overwhelmingly poor reviews. Critics noted that the game fell short in key areas, especially in a year filled with excellent racing experiences. For many, this sputtering stinker was better off left in the garage.

8. Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection

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

Before we start: the awkward punctuation is a silly point of contention. This anthology of SNES and PS1 mascot platformers revives a sarcastic feline known for incessant jokes. Reviewers noted that these games were mediocre to begin with and have not improved with age. The notably positive user score remains a peculiar contrast to the professional reviews.

7. Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact

Metascore: 53, User Score: 3.5

This anime-inspired fighter encountered widespread disappointment from both professionals and fans. It was lambasted for a thin character selection and a dearth of gameplay modes. User reviews was notably harsh, with some expressing a desire that the title's flop would serve as a lesson for similar releases.

6. Neptunia Motorcycle Game

Metascore: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

Hailing from the quirky Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this motorcycle action game tasks players with collecting cute monsters. The assessment was that its goal to recreate a *Katamari Damacy*-like gameplay loop didn't land, coming across as more of a quick spin-off than a substantial series entry. Its brief runtime combined with a $40 price tag seemed like a bold choice.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a resurrected relic from the past, finally released after years and years in legal limbo. The team behind it opted to release the game as an authentic experience of its time, acknowledging that today's audiences might criticize its dated design. As such, many reviews remarked that the interesting history of its development was more interesting than the game itself.

4. Scar-Lead Salvation

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-styled roguelike shooter drawing from games like *Returnal* fell flat with critics. Common complaints included uninspired foes, repetitive levels, and a snoozy narrative. A particular feature involving the outfit degradation was seen as adding nothing and undermined the game's potential charm.

3. Paramedic Simulator

Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Think of the engaging surgery games of the past, then remove the compelling story. That, according to reviews, is roughly *Ambulance Life*. Critics found the emergency response sections to be monotonous, and the story's portrayal of mental health topics was criticized as being poorly executed. The overall experience was deemed a missed opportunity.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Aggregate Score: 43, User Score: 5.8

This departure from the classic virtual pet formula makes the franchise into a shopping simulation title. The result, per critics, was a vapid assortment of repetitive tasks that quickly grew tiresome. Some reviews went so far as to call it one of the lowest-quality titles available on its platform, pointing to a dearth of satisfying gameplay.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Arriving as a blockbuster GTA-style title from a ex-Rockstar veteran's experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a notable commercial failure. Reviews heavily criticized its poor shooting mechanics, dull missions, and a multitude of game-breaking glitches. Several found it to be a downgrade compared to decades-old games in the similar style. Despite the overwhelming criticism, a few of positive user reviews found value in the experience, serving as a lonely contrast.