The Most Disappointing Titles of 2025, Based on Review Aggregator Metacritic

Across the internet, fans are foaming at the mouth to post their selections of the best titles of 2025. However, what of the disasters, the underperformers? It's time to take a moment to examine the most panned games of the year, according to the critical consensus on Metacritic. Could each of these games as disappointing as the reviews suggest? We shall see.

10. Switch 2's Welcome Tour

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

First impressions to this pack-in experience were heavily influenced by its $9.99 price tag, with many voicing frustration it wasn't a bundled game like similar console launches. Critical opinion varied dramatically, from "crushing disappointment" to somewhat forgiving appraisals that noted the delightful software itself. In spite of the grumbling, the title proved to be a notable seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

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

Billed as "beyond a racing game," this driving sim from Competition Company and Teyon received overwhelmingly poor reviews. Critics noted that the game fell short in key areas, notably in a year filled with stellar racing titles. In the eyes of critics, this disappointing sim was advised to be left on the shelf.

8. Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection

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

First things first: the confusing punctuation is a silly point of contention. This anthology of SNES and PS1 Bubsy titles showcases a rude feline known for incessant jokes. Reviewers noted that these games were mediocre originally and feel dated with age. The surprisingly strong user score remains a peculiar oddity to the Metascore.

7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

Metascore: 53, Audience Score: 3.5

This manga-based fighting game was met with widespread disappointment from both professionals and fans. It was lambasted for a small character selection and a severe lack of gameplay modes. Fan reaction was particularly negative, with some voicing a wish that the title's flop would be a warning for the developers.

6. Neptunia Riders Vs Dogoos

Metascore: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

A part of the niche Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this bike-riding title tasks players with collecting Dogoos. Critics argued that its goal to mimic a *Katamari Damacy*-like experience didn't land, coming across as more of a low-effort product than a worthy Neptunia game. Its 3-hour duration combined with a $40 price tag seemed like a bold choice.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, User Score: 5.3

This title is a piece of lost media from the Xbox era, launched after a very long time in legal limbo. The publishers made the decision to release the game as an period-accurate artifact of its time, accepting that today's audiences might not appreciate its old-school mechanics. As such, many reviews noted that the tale of its journey was more compelling than the actual gameplay.

4. Scar-Lead Salvation

Metascore: 44, User Score: 2.4

This anime-styled action game drawing from games like *Returnal* failed to impress with critics. Frequent criticisms were uninspired foes, samey environments, and a snoozy narrative. A controversial mechanic involving the protagonist's clothing was seen as adding nothing and detracted from the game's enjoyment.

3. Paramedic Simulator

Aggregate Score: 44, User Score: 4.9

Imagine the tense surgery games of the past, then remove the compelling story. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Players found the ambulance-driving sequences to be a slog, and the treatment of mental health topics was criticized as being tone-deaf. The overall experience was deemed largely unsatisfying.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Aggregate Score: 43, User Score: 5.8

This shift away from the classic virtual pet formula transforms the franchise into a minigame collection title. The result, according to critics, was a vapid collection of repetitive tasks that rapidly grew tiresome. Some reviews went so far as to declare it one of the most disappointing titles available on its platform, noting a dearth of depth.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, User Score: 2.5

Positioned as a major open-world action game from a ex-Rockstar veteran's experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a notable disappointment. Reviews heavily criticized its weak action, boring plot, and a host of technical problems. Several found it to be a significant step back compared to decades-old games in the similar style. Amidst the scathing reviews, a few of optimistic players found something to enjoy in the experience, offering a rare contrast.