September seemed to race by, and not just because we abandoned our posts to play some games at EGX 2015, either. As they say, time flies when you're having fun, and there was certainly some enjoyment to be had with last month's release schedule. Packed with a few heavy AAA hitters and a slew of solid, smaller titles, here at Push Square we reviewed a total of 27 games, so be sure to take a look at our included list and see if you missed out on any of the big scores.
Tearaway Unfolded - 9/10
Tearaway Unfolded is so imaginative that you'll feel yourself wanting to applaud it at points. An occasionally clunky camera and some narrative issues do threaten to screw up this paper-based platformer, but the quirky controls and sheer variety of the gameplay will keep a smile glued to your face. Pitch-perfect presentation and a well-executed conclusion ensure that this remixed release is in tip-top shape, while the sheer wealth of collectibles give it value long after the credits roll.
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain - 9/10
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is a hallmark of excellence in tackling open world gameplay, with its creative approach being reflected organically through your own actions. The amount of detailed, quality content on offer is immense, and the title boasts such a diverse selection of gear and utilities that it rarely, if ever, becomes repetitive to play. Managing and supporting your forces is both addictive and compelling, though indulging in the game's online features may lead to some frustratingly unfortunate technical issues. In terms of its story, the fifth instalment in the series may leave some fans wanting more, but overall, the release proves to be a fitting, brutally brilliant finale to Hideo Kojima's beloved saga.
Other September 2015 Reviews
One Piece: Pirate Warriors 3 (Vita) - 8/10
Curses 'N Chaos - 7/10
VVVVVV - 8/10
Armello - 8/10
Grow Home - 8/10
Madden NFL 16 - 8/10
Super Time Force Ultra - 9/10
Dynamite Fishing - World Games - 6/10
Amnesia: Memories - 8/10
Dishonored: Definitive Edition - 7/10
Knock Knock - 6/10
Mad Max - 6/10
Leo's Fortune - 7/10
Flame Over (PS4) - 7/10
The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 - 6/10
SOMA - 8/10
Destiny: The Taken King - 8/10
Disgaea 5: Alliance of Vengeance - 8/10
Fat City - 4/10
Beyond Eyes - 5/10
NHL 16 - 7/10
Xeodrifter - 7/10
PES 2016: Pro Evolution Soccer - 9/10
Rayman (PSone) - 8/10
FIFA 16 - 8/10
September 2015's Average Review Score: 7.37
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@shogunrok Transformers Devastation plz k thnx ily
Should we calculate the standard deviation of your sites review scores and predict future scores based on the bell curve graph
@JaxonH Feel free.
@RaymanFan2 We'll hopefully have one for you soon!
@JaxonH I actually think that'd be kind of interesting...
How did xeodrifter and Growhome get a 7/10 and 8/10? Both are throwaway garbage.
Both 2-5/10 at best. No one in there right mind can say growhome is as good in any way as Madden or Fifa. Just my 2 pence but the reviews in previous months I thought were on the money. Also the reviews of the bomberman rip off and tony hawks this months have been a bit confusing, both garnering 5/10 when they read like 1-3/10. I know scores are based on an individuals time with the game and how they enjoyed it, also not to take the scores literally due to the price and expected quality, but isn't it time you had a couple people playing and aggregating the score if you are going to throw plotting graphs in?
I'm definitely going to pick up Metal Gear Solid V next year when it's cheaper and I clear my backlog. As for Tearaway, I'll pick that up whenever I get my PS4. That'll probably be next summer.
@themcnoisy honestly I think they are great scores also in my opinion I think Fifa and Maddn are garbage
@themcnoisy
Exactly, plenty of games there that deserve a big fat zero, you would find school projects which are better. Sony needs to do some quality control and review websites need to be ruthless.
@JaxonH It would be interesting to do it for every reviewer and see who's the most lenient, most strict etc.
Let's be honest with ourselves here folks, aren't all these games just filler until the BIG one? I don't like to make early predictions, especially on video games (since I have guessed incorrectly on games quality so many times before it releases), but I'm going to go ahead and say Fallout 4 will be GOTY, maybe even best game of this gen thus far. I know, hefty praise, but at this point I have went from merely riding the hype train to actively driving that mother f**ker. All aboard!!
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