At every turn, fans are quick to share their rankings of the best titles of 2025. However, what of the flops, the low achievers? It's time to take a few moments to recognize the absolute worst games of the year, based on the aggregate scores from Metacritic. Are all of these games as disappointing as the reviews suggest? We shall see.
10. Switch 2's Welcome Tour
Aggregate Score: 54/100, User Score: 3.4/10
First impressions to this showcase title were heavily influenced by its $9.99 price tag, with many feeling cheesed off it wasn't a bundled game like similar console launches. Critical opinion was quite mixed, from scathing critiques to slightly kinder appraisals that highlighted the delightful software itself. In spite of the debate, the title proved to be a strong commercial performer during its launch month.
9. Rennsport
Aggregate Score: 53/100, User Score: 3.2/10
Presented as "not just a racing game," this vroom-vroom title from Competition Company and Teyon was met with pretty unanimous reviews. Critics noted that the game was lacking in key areas, notably in a year featuring excellent racing experiences. For many, this sputtering stinker was better off left on the shelf.
8. The Purrfect Bubsy Collection
Aggregate Score: 53/100, User Score: 8.6/10
First things first: the irritating title grammar is a minor point of contention. This anthology of SNES and PS1 platforming games revives a "attitude"-filled feline known for non-stop jokes. Reviewers noted that these games were mediocre originally and feel dated with age. The surprisingly strong user score stands as a baffling contrast to the Metascore.
7. Nen x Impact
Metascore: 53, User Score: 3.5
This anime-inspired fighting game encountered widespread disappointment from both critics and fans. Issues included a limited fighter lineup and a minimal offering of features. Player sentiment was notably negative, with some voicing a hope that the title's flop would serve as a lesson for similar releases.
6. Neptunia Riders Vs Dogoos
Metascore: 51, User Score: 5.3
A part of the niche Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this vehicle combat game tasks players with gathering cute monsters. Critics argued that its effort to channel a unique feel was unsuccessful, coming across as more of a quick spin-off than a meaningful series entry. Its short length combined with a premium price raised eyebrows.
5. Captain Blood
Metascore: 50, User Score: 5.3
This title is a resurrected relic from the mid-2000s, seeing the light of day after nearly two decades in legal limbo. The team behind it opted to release the game as an period-accurate artifact of its time, acknowledging that modern gamers might not appreciate its dated design. As such, many reviews concluded that the interesting history of its development was far richer than the actual gameplay.
4. Salvation
Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 2.4
This anime-styled action game inspired by games like *Returnal* fell flat with critics. Common complaints were uninspired foes, repetitive levels, and a snoozy narrative. A much-criticized system involving the outfit degradation was seen as adding nothing and took away from the game's potential charm.
3. Ambulance Life: A Paramedic Simulator
Metascore: 44, User Score: 4.9
Recall the strategic medical sims of the past, then remove the satisfying gameplay. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Players found the ambulance-driving sequences to be monotonous, and the story's portrayal of mental health topics was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed a missed opportunity.
2. Tamagotchi Plaza
Metascore: 43, User Score: 5.8
This departure from the classic digital companion formula transforms the franchise into a shopping simulation title. The result, based on critics, was a vapid assortment of simple minigames that quickly grew tiresome. Some reviews went so far as to declare it one of the worst titles available on its platform, citing a dearth of engaging content.
1. MindsEye
Metascore: 37, User Score: 2.5
Intended to be a blockbuster open-world action game from a ex-Rockstar veteran's industry veterans, *MindsEye* was a notable commercial failure. Reviews savaged its poor shooting mechanics, boring plot, and a host of game-breaking glitches. Several found it to be a downgrade compared to much older games in the action genre. Despite the overwhelming criticism, a tiny number of fans found fun in the experience, serving as a rare vote of confidence.
