The Most Disappointing Titles of 2025, Per Aggregate Scores

Across the internet, fans are eagerly sharing their lists of the top releases of 2025. But what about the stinkers, the low achievers? We'll take a moment to honor the lowest-rated games of the year, according to the aggregate scores from Metacritic. Are all of these games as disappointing as the ratings suggest? Here is the list.

10. Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour

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

Initial reactions to this tech demo were shaped by its $9.99 price tag, with many voicing frustration it wasn't a free pack-in like some other console launches. Critical opinion was quite mixed, from "crushing disappointment" to more generous appraisals that highlighted the charming software itself. In spite of the controversy, the title proved to be a strong seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Billed as "more than a racing game," this vroom-vroom title from European developers garnered pretty unanimous reviews. Critics noted that the game felt unfinished in almost every category, especially in a year filled with stellar racing games. In the eyes of critics, this underwhelming entry was better off left unplayed.

8. Bubsy's Purrfect Collection

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

Before we start: the awkward title grammar is a minor strike against it. This anthology of SNES and PS1 mascot platformers showcases a rude feline known for incessant jokes. Reviewers noted that these games were not good to begin with and feel dated with age. The notably positive user score is a peculiar oddity to the professional reviews.

7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

Metascore: 53, User Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* fighter encountered widespread disappointment from both critics and fans. Issues included a thin fighter lineup and a minimal offering of features. User reviews was notably vitriolic, with some expressing a desire that the title's flop would be a warning for future projects.

6. Riders Vs Dogoos

Metascore: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

A part of the quirky Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this bike-riding title tasks players with collecting slime-like creatures. Reviewers felt that its attempt to recreate a rolling-collection 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, User Score: 5.3

This title is a curious artifact from the past, seeing the light of day after nearly two decades in legal limbo. The team behind it consciously chose to keep the game as an authentic product of its time, acknowledging that modern gamers might dislike its retro feel. As such, many reviews concluded that the interesting history of its journey was more compelling than the end product.

4. Scar-Lead Salvation

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-styled roguelike shooter drawing from games like *Returnal* disappointed with critics. The main issues included bland enemy design, samey environments, and a unengaging plot. A much-criticized system involving the protagonist's clothing was widely panned and took away from the game's potential charm.

3. Ambulance Life: A Paramedic Simulator

Aggregate Score: 44, Audience Score: 4.9

Imagine the tense surgery games of the past, then strip away the memorable characters. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Critics found the emergency response sections to be a slog, and the story's portrayal of serious themes was criticized as being insensitive. The overall experience was deemed a missed opportunity.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Aggregate Score: 43, Audience Score: 5.8

This new direction for the classic digital companion formula turns the franchise into a town-management title. The result, based on critics, was a unsatisfying assortment of repetitive tasks that quickly overstayed its welcome. Some reviews went so far as to declare it one of the most disappointing 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 open-world action game from a team featuring industry veterans, *MindsEye* was a catastrophic critical flop. Reviews heavily criticized its poor shooting mechanics, dull missions, and a host of game-breaking glitches. Several found it to be a significant step back compared to previous-generation games in the similar style. Among the overwhelming criticism, a tiny number of fans found something to enjoy in the experience, providing a rare counterpoint.