The Worst Video Games of 2025, Based on Aggregate Scores

Everywhere you look, enthusiasts are quick to share their selections of the greatest games of 2025. However, what of the flops, the underperformers? Let's take a few moments to honor the lowest-rated games of the year, as determined by review aggregator Metacritic. Is every one of these games truly as terrible as the ratings suggest? We shall see.

10. Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour

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

First impressions to this tech demo were colored by its $9.99 price tag, with many voicing frustration it wasn't a complimentary title like similar console launches. Reviewer sentiment spanned a wide spectrum, from "crushing disappointment" to slightly kinder appraisals that praised the polished software itself. Regardless of the grumbling, the title proved to be a notable commercial performer during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Presented as "beyond a racing game," this simulation from studios in Germany and Poland was met with largely negative reviews. The consensus was that the game felt unfinished in key areas, notably in a year featuring stellar racing titles. In the eyes of critics, this disappointing sim was best left on the shelf.

8. Bubsy's Purrfect Collection

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

First things first: the awkward title grammar is a silly strike against it. This collection of 1990s-era mascot platformers showcases a rude feline known for constant hacky one-liners. The consensus was that these games were mediocre in their time and feel dated with age. The improbably high user score remains a curious contrast to the critical reception.

7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

Metascore: 53, User Score: 3.5

This manga-based fighting game faced significant backlash from both reviewers and the dedicated community. It was lambasted for a limited character selection and a minimal offering of gameplay modes. User reviews was particularly vitriolic, with some voicing a desire that the title's failure would be a warning for future projects.

6. Neptunia Motorcycle Game

Metascore: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

A part of the quirky Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this motorcycle action game tasks players with collecting slime-like creatures. Reviewers felt that its goal to mimic a *Katamari Damacy*-like gameplay loop was unsuccessful, coming across as more of a low-effort product than a substantial series entry. Its short length combined with a premium price was criticized.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a curious artifact from the mid-2000s, finally released after years and years in legal limbo. The publishers made the decision to preserve the game as an original product of its time, accepting that today's audiences might not appreciate its old-school mechanics. As such, many reviews concluded that the fascinating story of its development was far richer than the game itself.

4. Scar-Lead

Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-art roguelike shooter drawing from games like *Returnal* failed to impress with critics. The main issues were repetitive adversaries, samey environments, and a forgettable story. A particular feature involving the protagonist's clothing was universally disliked and undermined the game's overall experience.

3. Ambulance Life

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 4.9

Recall the engaging medical sims of the past, then take out the satisfying gameplay. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Players found the core gameplay loop to be tedious and repetitive, and the narrative's handling of mental health topics was criticized as being poorly executed. The overall experience was deemed a missed opportunity.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, Audience Score: 5.8

This new direction for the classic digital companion formula makes the franchise into a town-management title. The result, per critics, was a dull series of basic activities that very soon overstayed its welcome. Some reviews went so far as to label it one of the most disappointing titles available on its platform, pointing to a complete absence of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, User Score: 2.5

Arriving as a high-profile GTA-style title from a studio led by industry veterans, *MindsEye* was a spectacular critical flop. Reviews heavily criticized its weak action, uninspired storytelling, and a plethora of horrendous bugs. Many found it to be a downgrade compared to much older games in the same genre. Amidst the sea of negativity, a few of positive user reviews found value in the experience, serving as a lonely counterpoint.