The Most Disappointing Titles of 2025, Per Aggregate Scores

Across the internet, enthusiasts are quick to share their lists of the greatest titles of 2025. However, what of the disasters, the underperformers? It's time to take a moment to examine the absolute worst games of the year, according to review aggregator Metacritic. Is every one of these games as disappointing as the reviews suggest? Let's find out.

10. Switch 2's Welcome Tour

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

Initial reactions to this pack-in experience were shaped by its $9.99 price tag, with many expressing disappointment it wasn't a free pack-in like some other console launches. Professional assessment spanned a wide spectrum, from scathing critiques to more generous takes that noted the charming software itself. Regardless of the debate, the title proved to be a surprisingly robust commercial performer during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Presented as "beyond a racing game," this simulation from Competition Company and Teyon received overwhelmingly poor reviews. The consensus was that the game was lacking in almost every category, especially in a year featuring excellent racing experiences. In the eyes of critics, this underwhelming entry was best left in the garage.

8. Bubsy's Purrfect Collection

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

First things first: the confusing punctuation is a notable strike against it. This collection of 1990s-era platforming games features a rude feline known for constant jokes. Reviewers noted that these games haven't aged well originally and have not improved with age. The surprisingly strong user score remains a baffling anomaly to the professional reviews.

7. Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact

Metascore: 53, User Score: 3.5

This manga-based brawler encountered harsh criticism from both professionals and the dedicated community. Issues included a small character selection and a severe lack of gameplay modes. Fan reaction was notably harsh, with some stating a desire that the title's poor performance would be a warning for similar releases.

6. Riders Vs Dogoos

Metascore: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

Hailing from the niche Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this motorcycle action game tasks players with rounding up cute monsters. The assessment was that its goal to recreate a *Katamari Damacy*-like experience was unsuccessful, coming across as more of a quick spin-off than a worthy addition to the franchise. Its 3-hour duration combined with a full retail cost raised eyebrows.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a piece of lost media from the past, seeing the light of day after years and years in legal limbo. The publishers made the decision to preserve the game as an authentic experience of its time, accepting that today's audiences might criticize its dated design. As such, many reviews noted that the interesting history of its resurrection was more interesting than the actual gameplay.

4. Scar-Lead

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-art third-person shooter modeled after games like *Returnal* fell flat with critics. Common complaints included repetitive adversaries, monotonous stage design, and a snoozy narrative. A controversial mechanic involving the protagonist's clothing was universally disliked and took away from the game's enjoyment.

3. Paramedic Simulator

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Think of 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 a slog, and the treatment of serious themes was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed not very compelling.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Metascore: 43, User Score: 5.8

This shift away from the classic virtual pet formula makes the franchise into a minigame collection title. The result, based on critics, was a dull assortment of basic activities that rapidly grew tiresome. Some reviews went so far as to call it one of the worst titles available on its platform, pointing to a profound lack of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Aggregate Score: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Arriving as a high-profile crime saga from a team featuring well-known figures, *MindsEye* was a spectacular disappointment. Reviews heavily criticized its lousy combat, uninspired storytelling, and a host of game-breaking glitches. Critics found it to be a downgrade compared to decades-old games in the same genre. Among the overwhelming criticism, a small handful of optimistic players found value in the experience, offering a distinct vote of confidence.