The Most Disappointing Video Games of 2025, Based on Metacritic

Across the internet, enthusiasts are eagerly sharing their lists of the best titles of 2025. But what about the flops, the underperformers? It's time to take a moment to honor the lowest-rated games of the year, as determined by review aggregator Metacritic. Could each of these games as bad as the ratings suggest? Here is the list.

10. Welcome Tour for Switch 2

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

The early response to this showcase title were shaped by its $9.99 price tag, with many voicing frustration it wasn't a bundled game like similar console launches. Reviewer sentiment was quite mixed, from "crushing disappointment" to more generous reviews that highlighted the charming software underneath the controversy. Despite the controversy, the title proved to be a surprisingly robust commercial performer during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Presented as "not just a racing game," this driving sim from studios in Germany and Poland garnered largely negative reviews. Critics noted that the game was lacking in almost every category, notably in a year filled with stellar racing titles. In the eyes of critics, this sputtering stinker was best left unplayed.

8. Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection

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

First things first: the confusing colon usage is a minor annoyance. This compilation of 1990s-era mascot platformers features a rude feline known for incessant quips. The consensus was that these games were not good in their time and haven't gotten better with age. The surprisingly strong user score stands as a curious oddity to the critical reception.

7. Nen x Impact

Aggregate Score: 53, User Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* fighting game faced widespread disappointment from both critics and players. It was lambasted for a thin character selection and a minimal offering of content. Player sentiment was notably negative, with some stating a hope that the title's poor performance would be a warning for future projects.

6. Neptunia Motorcycle Game

Aggregate Score: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

Based on the niche Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this bike-riding title tasks players with collecting cute monsters. The assessment was that its goal to recreate a *Katamari Damacy*-like experience was unsuccessful, coming across as more of a cash grab than a meaningful Neptunia game. Its 3-hour duration combined with a $40 price tag was criticized.

5. Captain Blood

Aggregate Score: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a resurrected relic from the Xbox era, finally released after nearly two decades in legal limbo. The developers consciously chose to release the game as an authentic product of its time, acknowledging that contemporary players might not appreciate its retro feel. As such, many reviews concluded that the fascinating story of its resurrection was more compelling than the actual gameplay.

4. Scar-Lead Salvation

Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-styled roguelike shooter modeled after games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. Frequent criticisms centered on repetitive adversaries, samey environments, and a snoozy narrative. A controversial mechanic involving the character's attire was widely panned and detracted from the game's potential charm.

3. Paramedic Simulator

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Imagine the strategic surgery games of the past, then remove the memorable characters. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Players found the core gameplay loop to be monotonous, and the narrative's handling of its subject matter 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 new direction for the classic virtual pet formula makes the franchise into a shopping simulation title. The result, based on critics, was a dull assortment of simple minigames that rapidly overstayed its welcome. Some reviews went so far as to label it one of the worst titles available on its platform, noting a complete absence of depth.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Intended to be a high-profile GTA-style title from a team featuring experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a catastrophic disappointment. Reviews universally panned its weak action, uninspired storytelling, and a plethora of game-breaking glitches. Several 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 lonely contrast.