The Worst Titles of 2025, According to Aggregate Scores

Across the internet, gamers are foaming at the mouth to post their rankings of the best releases of 2025. Yet, where are the flops, the underperformers? We'll take a moment to examine the absolute worst games of the year, according to review aggregator Metacritic. Could each of these games truly as terrible as the ratings suggest? Here is the list.

10. Switch 2's Welcome Tour

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

The early response to this tech demo were heavily influenced by its $9.99 price tag, with many feeling cheesed off it wasn't a free pack-in like some other console launches. Reviewer sentiment spanned a wide spectrum, from scathing critiques to somewhat forgiving reviews that noted the delightful software underneath the controversy. Despite the debate, 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 driving sim from European developers received largely negative reviews. The consensus was that the game fell short in key areas, notably in a year filled with excellent racing titles. Ultimately, this sputtering stinker was best left unplayed.

8. Bubsy's Purrfect Collection

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

To begin with: the awkward title grammar is a notable point of contention. This collection of retro mascot platformers showcases a "attitude"-filled feline known for constant quips. Reviewers noted that these games were mediocre in their time and haven't gotten better with age. The surprisingly strong user score remains a curious anomaly to the Metascore.

7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

Aggregate Score: 53, User Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* fighting game encountered widespread disappointment from both critics and fans. It was lambasted for a limited fighter lineup and a severe lack of gameplay modes. Player sentiment was particularly negative, with some stating a hope that the title's failure would serve as a lesson for similar releases.

6. Neptunia Motorcycle Game

Metascore: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

Hailing from the anime-style Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this motorcycle action game tasks players with gathering slime-like creatures. The assessment was that its attempt to channel a *Katamari Damacy*-like experience didn't land, coming across as more of a cash grab than a meaningful series entry. Its short length 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 mid-2000s, seeing the light of day after nearly two decades in legal limbo. The publishers made the decision to preserve the game as an period-accurate experience of its time, acknowledging that modern gamers might not appreciate its dated design. As such, many reviews noted that the tale of its journey was more interesting than the end product.

4. Salvation

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-art roguelike shooter modeled after games like *Returnal* failed to impress with critics. Frequent criticisms were bland enemy design, samey environments, and a forgettable story. A controversial mechanic involving the outfit degradation was seen as adding nothing and detracted from the game's overall experience.

3. Ambulance Life

Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Imagine 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 narrative's handling of serious themes was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed not very compelling.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Aggregate Score: 43, User Score: 5.8

This shift away from the classic virtual pet formula transforms the franchise into a shopping simulation title. The result, according to critics, was a vapid series of simple minigames that rapidly grew tiresome. Some reviews went so far as to label it one of the worst titles available on its platform, citing a profound lack of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Aggregate Score: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Positioned as a high-profile crime saga from a ex-Rockstar veteran's experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a spectacular critical flop. Reviews universally panned its weak action, dull missions, and a plethora of game-breaking glitches. Critics found it to be a significant step back compared to previous-generation games in the same genre. Despite the sea of negativity, a tiny number of positive user reviews found fun in the experience, providing a rare contrast.