The Worst Video Games of 2025, According to Metacritic

Everywhere you look, gamers are foaming at the mouth to post their rankings of the best releases of 2025. But what about the stinkers, the low achievers? We'll take a moment to recognize the absolute worst games of the year, based on the aggregate scores from Metacritic. Are all of these games as bad as their scores suggest? Here is the list.

10. Welcome Tour for Switch 2

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

First impressions to this showcase title were shaped by its $9.99 price tag, with many expressing disappointment it wasn't a free pack-in like similar console launches. Reviewer sentiment varied dramatically, from harsh disappointment to more generous appraisals that noted the charming software itself. Despite the grumbling, the title proved to be a surprisingly robust commercial performer during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Presented as "not just a racing game," this driving sim from European developers garnered pretty unanimous reviews. The consensus was that the game was lacking in almost every category, particularly in a year filled with high-quality racing games. In the eyes of critics, this sputtering stinker was better off left in the garage.

8. Bubsy's Purrfect Collection

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

First things first: the confusing colon usage is a minor annoyance. This anthology of SNES and PS1 mascot platformers revives a "attitude"-filled feline known for non-stop quips. Critics observed that these games were not good in their time and haven't gotten better with age. The surprisingly strong user score is a curious anomaly to the critical reception.

7. Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact

Metascore: 53, Audience Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* brawler encountered harsh criticism from both reviewers and fans. Complaints centered on a thin roster of characters and a minimal offering of gameplay modes. User reviews was notably vitriolic, with some voicing a desire that the title's flop would have consequences for future projects.

6. Neptunia Motorcycle Game

Metascore: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

Based on the niche Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this vehicle combat game tasks players with gathering cute monsters. Critics argued that its effort to channel a rolling-collection experience was unsuccessful, coming across as more of a low-effort product than a meaningful Neptunia game. Its brief runtime combined with a premium price was criticized.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a resurrected relic from the mid-2000s, launched after a very long time in development hell. The team behind it made the decision to preserve the game as an period-accurate artifact of its time, fully aware that today's audiences might dislike its retro feel. As such, many reviews noted that the fascinating story of its journey was far richer than the actual gameplay.

4. Scar-Lead Salvation

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-styled roguelike shooter drawing from games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. Frequent criticisms were uninspired foes, repetitive levels, and a forgettable story. A much-criticized system involving the character's attire was widely panned and detracted from the game's enjoyment.

3. Ambulance Life: A Paramedic Simulator

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Recall the engaging surgery games of the past, then remove the compelling story. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Players found the ambulance-driving sequences to be a slog, and the story's portrayal of mental health topics was criticized as being poorly executed. The overall experience was deemed largely unsatisfying.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, Audience Score: 5.8

This new direction for the classic virtual pet formula transforms the franchise into a town-management title. The result, according to critics, was a dull series of simple minigames that quickly became boring. Some reviews went so far as to label it one of the lowest-quality titles available on its platform, citing a dearth of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Intended to be a major open-world action game from a team featuring experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a notable disappointment. Reviews heavily criticized its lousy combat, boring plot, and a host of game-breaking glitches. Many found it to be a downgrade compared to much older games in the action genre. Among the scathing reviews, a few of fans found something to enjoy in the experience, providing a rare vote of confidence.