The Most Disappointing Titles of 2025, Based on Review Aggregator Metacritic

At every turn, gamers are eagerly sharing their rankings of the greatest releases of 2025. But what about the disasters, the low achievers? We'll take a moment to honor the absolute worst games of the year, as determined by the aggregate scores from Metacritic. Could each of these games truly as terrible as their scores 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 shaped by its $9.99 price tag, with many feeling cheesed off it wasn't a free pack-in like some other console launches. Critical opinion varied dramatically, from harsh disappointment to more generous reviews that praised the polished software itself. Despite the controversy, the title proved to be a strong digital seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Billed as "beyond a racing game," this driving sim from European developers was met with pretty unanimous reviews. Critics noted that the game was lacking in key areas, especially in a year featuring stellar racing titles. In the eyes of critics, this disappointing sim was best left in the garage.

8. Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection

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

First things first: the confusing title grammar is a silly strike against it. This collection of 1990s-era platforming games revives a "attitude"-filled feline known for constant jokes. Critics observed that these games haven't aged well to begin with and have not improved with age. The improbably high user score stands as a peculiar anomaly to the critical reception.

7. Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact

Metascore: 53, Audience Score: 3.5

This anime-inspired fighting game was met with significant backlash from both professionals and players. Issues included a thin character selection and a dearth of content. Player sentiment was especially negative, with some voicing a wish that the title's flop would be a warning for future projects.

6. Riders Vs Dogoos

Aggregate Score: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

Based on the anime-style Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this motorcycle action game tasks players with rounding up Dogoos. Reviewers felt that its effort to channel a *Katamari Damacy*-like gameplay loop ultimately fell flat, coming across as more of a quick spin-off than a substantial series entry. Its short length combined with a full retail cost was criticized.

5. Captain Blood

Aggregate Score: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a curious artifact from the mid-2000s, launched after a very long time in legal limbo. The developers consciously chose to release the game as an original artifact of its time, acknowledging that modern gamers might dislike its retro feel. As such, many reviews concluded that the interesting history of its resurrection was more interesting than the game itself.

4. Scar-Lead

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-styled action game modeled after games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. Frequent criticisms were uninspired foes, repetitive levels, and a forgettable story. A controversial mechanic involving the protagonist's clothing was universally disliked and detracted from the game's enjoyment.

3. Ambulance Life: A Paramedic Simulator

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 4.9

Recall the engaging surgery games of the past, then take out the memorable characters. That, according to reviews, is pretty much *Ambulance Life*. Players found the core gameplay loop to be a slog, and the narrative's handling of mental health topics was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed largely unsatisfying.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Aggregate Score: 43, Audience Score: 5.8

This shift away from the classic digital companion formula transforms the franchise into a town-management title. The result, according to critics, was a dull series of basic activities that rapidly became boring. Some reviews went so far as to call it one of the most disappointing titles available on its platform, pointing to a profound lack of depth.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, User Score: 2.5

Positioned as a major GTA-style title from a ex-Rockstar veteran's experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a notable commercial failure. Reviews universally panned its weak action, dull missions, and a plethora of technical problems. Many found it to be a downgrade compared to much older games in the similar style. Amidst the scathing reviews, a tiny number of optimistic players found fun in the experience, providing a lonely contrast.