The Worst Video Games of 2025, According to Metacritic

Across the internet, enthusiasts are foaming at the mouth to post their lists of the greatest games of 2025. But what about the stinkers, the low achievers? It's time to take a moment to honor the lowest-rated games of the year, as determined by the critical consensus on Metacritic. Could each of these games as disappointing as their scores suggest? We shall see.

10. Switch 2's Welcome Tour

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

First impressions to this showcase title were colored by its $9.99 price tag, with many voicing frustration it wasn't a bundled game like similar console launches. Reviewer sentiment spanned a wide spectrum, from scathing critiques to somewhat forgiving reviews that highlighted the charming software underneath the controversy. Despite the debate, the title proved to be a surprisingly robust commercial performer during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Billed as "more than a racing game," this driving sim from Competition Company and Teyon garnered pretty unanimous reviews. The consensus was that the game fell short in nearly every way, notably in a year filled with excellent racing titles. Ultimately, this sputtering stinker was best left on the shelf.

8. Bubsy's Purrfect Collection

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

Before we start: the confusing title grammar is a notable point of contention. This anthology of 1990s-era mascot platformers features a sarcastic feline known for constant quips. Critics observed that these games haven't aged well originally and feel dated with age. The notably positive user score stands as a curious anomaly to the professional reviews.

7. Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact

Aggregate Score: 53, Audience Score: 3.5

This anime-inspired fighting game was met with widespread disappointment from both professionals and fans. Complaints centered on a limited character selection and a dearth of gameplay modes. User reviews was especially negative, with some voicing a hope that the title's flop would have consequences for future projects.

6. Neptunia Motorcycle Game

Aggregate Score: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

A part of the niche Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this bike-riding title tasks players with rounding up Dogoos. Critics argued that its effort to mimic a unique experience didn't land, coming across as more of a cash grab than a worthy series entry. Its 3-hour duration combined with a full retail cost raised eyebrows.

5. Captain Blood

Aggregate Score: 50, User Score: 5.3

This title is a piece of lost media from the past, seeing the light of day after nearly two decades in production delays. The developers made the decision to keep the game as an original experience of its time, fully aware that today's audiences might criticize its retro feel. As such, many reviews concluded that the tale of its journey was far richer than the end product.

4. Scar-Lead Salvation

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-art roguelike shooter inspired by games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. Common complaints included bland enemy design, monotonous stage design, and a forgettable story. A much-criticized system involving the character's attire was widely panned and undermined the game's enjoyment.

3. Ambulance Life: A Paramedic Simulator

Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Imagine the engaging surgery games of the past, then remove the memorable characters. That, according to reviews, is pretty much *Ambulance Life*. Reviewers found the core gameplay loop to be monotonous, and the treatment of its subject matter was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed not very compelling.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, User Score: 5.8

This departure from the classic virtual pet formula turns the franchise into a shopping simulation title. The result, according to critics, was a dull assortment of simple minigames that very soon overstayed its welcome. Some reviews went so far as to label it one of the worst titles available on its platform, citing a complete absence of satisfying gameplay.

1. MindsEye

Aggregate Score: 37, User Score: 2.5

Arriving as a major crime saga from a ex-Rockstar veteran's industry veterans, *MindsEye* was a spectacular commercial failure. Reviews universally panned its poor shooting mechanics, boring plot, and a host of game-breaking glitches. Many found it to be a significant step back compared to much older games in the action genre. Amidst the sea of negativity, a few of fans found value in the experience, providing a distinct vote of confidence.