The Lowest-Rated Video Games of 2025, Based on Metacritic

Across the internet, fans are eagerly sharing their selections of the greatest games of 2025. However, what of the disasters, the low achievers? We'll take a few moments to honor the lowest-rated games of the year, as determined by the critical consensus on Metacritic. Is every one of these games as bad as the ratings suggest? Let's find out.

10. Welcome Tour for Switch 2

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

The early response to this tech demo were shaped by its $9.99 price tag, with many feeling cheesed off it wasn't a complimentary title like competing console launches. Critical opinion was quite mixed, from scathing critiques to slightly kinder takes that noted the charming software underneath the controversy. Despite the grumbling, the title proved to be a surprisingly robust commercial performer during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Marketed as "beyond a racing game," this driving sim from studios in Germany and Poland received pretty unanimous reviews. Critics noted that the game was lacking in nearly every way, especially in a year packed with stellar racing titles. For many, this underwhelming entry was advised to be left in the garage.

8. Bubsy's Purrfect Collection

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

Before we start: the awkward punctuation is a notable point of contention. This anthology of SNES and PS1 platforming games showcases a sarcastic feline known for incessant jokes. Reviewers noted that these games were mediocre originally and feel dated with age. The improbably high user score remains a peculiar anomaly to the Metascore.

7. Nen x Impact

Metascore: 53, Audience Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* brawler faced significant backlash from both critics and fans. Issues included a thin roster of characters and a minimal offering of content. Fan reaction was notably negative, with some stating a desire that the title's poor performance would have consequences for similar releases.

6. Neptunia Riders Vs Dogoos

Aggregate Score: 51, User Score: 5.3

A part of the niche Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this motorcycle action game tasks players with collecting cute monsters. Critics argued that its attempt to recreate a rolling-collection gameplay loop didn't land, coming across as more of a cash grab than a meaningful series entry. Its brief runtime combined with a full retail cost 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 legal limbo. The publishers opted to release the game as an original artifact of its time, fully aware that today's audiences might criticize its old-school mechanics. As such, many reviews remarked that the interesting history of its development was more compelling than the game itself.

4. Scar-Lead

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-styled action game modeled after games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. Common complaints were uninspired foes, monotonous stage design, and a forgettable story. A much-criticized system involving the protagonist's clothing was seen as adding nothing and undermined the game's potential charm.

3. Paramedic Simulator

Metascore: 44, User Score: 4.9

Recall the engaging surgery games of the past, then take out the memorable characters. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Players found the emergency response sections to be a slog, and the treatment of mental health topics was criticized as being poorly executed. The overall experience was deemed largely unsatisfying.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, User Score: 5.8

This new direction for the classic virtual pet formula transforms the franchise into a town-management title. The result, based on critics, was a vapid series of repetitive tasks that rapidly 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 dearth of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Aggregate Score: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Positioned as a major open-world action game from a team featuring well-known figures, *MindsEye* was a notable disappointment. Reviews heavily criticized its poor shooting mechanics, uninspired storytelling, and a plethora of game-breaking glitches. Many found it to be a downgrade compared to previous-generation games in the similar style. Despite the sea of negativity, a few of positive user reviews found fun in the experience, serving as a distinct contrast.