The Most Disappointing Video Games of the Year 2025, According to Aggregate Scores

At every turn, fans are quick to share their rankings of the best releases of 2025. But what about the disasters, the failures? We'll take a momentary detour to honor the lowest-rated games of the year, based on review aggregator Metacritic. Could each of these games as bad as their scores suggest? Here is the list.

10. Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour

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

First impressions to this showcase title were heavily influenced by its $9.99 price tag, with many expressing disappointment it wasn't a free pack-in like similar console launches. Reviewer sentiment was quite mixed, from harsh disappointment to slightly kinder reviews that highlighted the delightful software itself. Despite the controversy, the title proved to be a notable seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Billed as "more than a racing game," this simulation from Competition Company and Teyon received pretty unanimous reviews. The consensus was that the game felt unfinished in nearly every way, notably in a year filled with high-quality racing experiences. For many, this underwhelming entry was advised to be left on the shelf.

8. Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection

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

Before we start: the awkward colon usage is a notable point of contention. This collection of retro Bubsy titles showcases a sarcastic feline known for incessant jokes. Reviewers noted that these games haven't aged well in their time and feel dated with age. The notably positive user score remains a curious oddity to the professional reviews.

7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

Aggregate Score: 53, User Score: 3.5

This anime-inspired brawler encountered harsh criticism from both critics and fans. Issues included a limited character selection and a severe lack of features. User reviews was particularly harsh, with some expressing a wish that the title's flop would be a warning for the developers.

6. Neptunia Motorcycle Game

Aggregate Score: 51, User Score: 5.3

Hailing from the anime-style Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this motorcycle action game tasks players with rounding up slime-like creatures. Reviewers felt that its attempt to channel a *Katamari Damacy*-like feel was unsuccessful, coming across as more of a low-effort product than a worthy Neptunia game. Its brief runtime combined with a $40 price tag seemed like a bold choice.

5. Captain Blood

Aggregate Score: 50, User Score: 5.3

This title is a resurrected relic from the past, finally released after a very long time in development hell. The developers consciously chose to release the game as an original product of its time, accepting that today's audiences might criticize its retro feel. As such, many reviews noted that the tale of its journey was more interesting than the end product.

4. Salvation

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-styled third-person shooter modeled after games like *Returnal* failed to impress with critics. Frequent criticisms were uninspired foes, repetitive levels, and a forgettable story. A particular feature involving the character's attire was universally disliked 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 remove the satisfying gameplay. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Reviewers found the ambulance-driving sequences to be monotonous, and the narrative's handling of serious themes was criticized as being poorly executed. The overall experience was deemed not very compelling.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, User Score: 5.8

This departure from the classic digital companion formula transforms the franchise into a shopping simulation title. The result, per critics, was a unsatisfying collection of repetitive tasks that very soon overstayed its welcome. Some reviews went so far as to call it one of the most disappointing titles available on its platform, citing a dearth of depth.

1. MindsEye

Aggregate Score: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Positioned as a major crime saga from a studio led by well-known figures, *MindsEye* was a spectacular critical flop. Reviews universally panned its poor shooting mechanics, dull missions, and a plethora of game-breaking glitches. Critics found it to be a regression compared to much older games in the action genre. Despite the overwhelming criticism, a small handful of fans found value in the experience, offering a rare vote of confidence.