The Worst Titles of 2025, According to Aggregate Scores

Across the internet, gamers are quick to share their selections of the best games of 2025. But what about the flops, the failures? Let's take a few moments to examine the absolute worst games of the year, as determined by review aggregator Metacritic. Could each of these games truly as terrible as the ratings suggest? Let's find out.

10. Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour

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

Initial reactions to this pack-in experience were heavily influenced by its $9.99 price tag, with many expressing disappointment it wasn't a bundled game like competing console launches. Professional assessment was quite mixed, from scathing critiques to more generous reviews that praised the charming software itself. Regardless of the controversy, the title proved to be a strong seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Billed as "not just a racing game," this simulation from European developers garnered pretty unanimous reviews. Reviews pointed out that the game was lacking in nearly every way, notably in a year packed with stellar racing experiences. Ultimately, this disappointing sim was advised to be left in the garage.

8. The Purrfect Bubsy Collection

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

First things first: the irritating colon usage is a silly strike against it. This anthology of retro mascot platformers revives a rude feline known for constant quips. Reviewers noted that these games were mediocre originally and have not improved with age. The notably positive user score stands as a peculiar contrast to the professional reviews.

7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

Metascore: 53, User Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* fighter was met with harsh criticism from both professionals and fans. Issues included a thin character selection and a severe lack of gameplay modes. User reviews was notably negative, with some expressing a wish that the title's flop would be a warning for future projects.

6. Riders Vs Dogoos

Aggregate Score: 51, User Score: 5.3

Based on the quirky Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this vehicle combat game tasks players with collecting Dogoos. Critics argued that its goal to channel a *Katamari Damacy*-like feel didn't land, coming across as more of a cash grab than a worthy Neptunia game. Its 3-hour duration combined with a full retail cost seemed like a bold choice.

5. Captain Blood

Aggregate Score: 50, User Score: 5.3

This title is a resurrected relic from the mid-2000s, finally released after a very long time in production delays. The team behind it opted to keep the game as an authentic product of its time, acknowledging that today's audiences might not appreciate its old-school mechanics. As such, many reviews concluded that the tale of its resurrection was more interesting than the actual gameplay.

4. Scar-Lead Salvation

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-styled third-person shooter inspired by games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. Frequent criticisms included bland enemy design, repetitive levels, and a forgettable story. A particular feature involving the character's attire was seen as adding nothing and took away from the game's overall experience.

3. Ambulance Life: A Paramedic Simulator

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Think of the tense medical sims of the past, then strip away the satisfying gameplay. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Reviewers found the ambulance-driving sequences to be a slog, and the story's portrayal of mental health topics was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed largely unsatisfying.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Aggregate Score: 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 vapid series of repetitive tasks that rapidly grew tiresome. Some reviews went so far as to call it one of the most disappointing titles available on its platform, pointing to a complete absence of satisfying gameplay.

1. MindsEye

Aggregate Score: 37, User Score: 2.5

Intended to be a major GTA-style title from a ex-Rockstar veteran's experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a notable critical flop. Reviews savaged its lousy combat, 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 overwhelming criticism, a few of optimistic players found value in the experience, serving as a lonely vote of confidence.