The Most Disappointing Titles of the Year 2025, According to Review Aggregator Metacritic

Across the internet, enthusiasts are quick to share their lists of the greatest titles of 2025. However, what of the disasters, the failures? Let's take a moment to recognize the most panned games of the year, according to the aggregate scores from Metacritic. Is every one of these games as bad as the reviews suggest? Here is the list.

10. Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour

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

First impressions to this tech demo were colored by its $9.99 price tag, with many expressing disappointment it wasn't a bundled game like some other console launches. Critical opinion spanned a wide spectrum, from harsh disappointment to slightly kinder appraisals that noted the charming software itself. Despite the grumbling, the title proved to be a surprisingly robust digital seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Marketed as "more than a racing game," this driving sim from Competition Company and Teyon garnered overwhelmingly poor reviews. Reviews pointed out that the game was lacking in key areas, particularly in a year packed with excellent racing games. For many, this underwhelming entry was better off left on the shelf.

8. Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection

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

Before we start: the irritating title grammar is a notable point of contention. This compilation of retro Bubsy titles showcases a sarcastic feline known for non-stop quips. 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 baffling oddity to the critical reception.

7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

Metascore: 53, Audience Score: 3.5

This anime-inspired fighting game faced widespread disappointment from both reviewers and players. It was lambasted for a small roster of characters and a dearth of content. Player sentiment was particularly vitriolic, with some voicing a desire that the title's poor performance would have consequences for the developers.

6. Neptunia Motorcycle Game

Aggregate Score: 51, User Score: 5.3

A part of the anime-style Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this bike-riding title tasks players with collecting slime-like creatures. Reviewers felt that its goal to recreate a unique feel ultimately fell flat, coming across as more of a low-effort product than a worthy Neptunia game. Its short length combined with a $40 price tag raised eyebrows.

5. Captain Blood

Aggregate Score: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a resurrected relic from the Xbox era, finally released after a very long time in production delays. The publishers opted to keep the game as an period-accurate experience of its time, accepting that modern gamers might dislike its old-school mechanics. As such, many reviews concluded that the fascinating story of its journey was more interesting than the end product.

4. Scar-Lead Salvation

Metascore: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-art third-person shooter modeled after games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. Common complaints were bland enemy design, monotonous stage design, and a unengaging plot. A controversial mechanic involving the character's attire was universally disliked and undermined the game's potential charm.

3. Ambulance Life

Metascore: 44, User Score: 4.9

Recall the tense surgery games of the past, then remove the compelling story. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Critics found the core gameplay loop to be a slog, and the narrative's handling of its subject matter was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed largely unsatisfying.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, User Score: 5.8

This departure from the classic digital companion formula turns the franchise into a shopping simulation title. The result, based on critics, was a vapid assortment of basic activities that quickly overstayed its welcome. Some reviews went so far as to label it one of the worst titles available on its platform, pointing to a dearth of satisfying gameplay.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, User Score: 2.5

Intended to be a high-profile crime saga from a team featuring experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a notable commercial failure. Reviews savaged its weak action, boring plot, and a host of technical problems. Many found it to be a significant step back compared to decades-old games in the action genre. Amidst the scathing reviews, a tiny number of optimistic players found fun in the experience, serving as a distinct vote of confidence.