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Critical Consensus

A Starfield screenshot showing a character standing in the distance on an alien planet, looking toward the camera. The near- and middle-ground is taken up by large and glistening-but-worn metallic walls that seemingly get darker as they get closer to the camera's viewpoint. A large planet with rings around it is visible in the sky behind the character.
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Starfield | Critical Consensus

Critics note limits of space exploration and story in Bethesda's highly-anticipated release
Baldur's Gate 3 | Critical Consensus
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Baldur's Gate 3 | Critical Consensus

An in-depth, meticulous, polished world to explore and shape with your own decisions, Larian's follow up on the cult franchise is as good as RPGs get
Pikmin 4 | Critical Consensus
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Pikmin 4 | Critical Consensus

Critics praise quality of life improvements and new features in Pikmin's return to form
Redfall | Critical Consensus
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Redfall | Critical Consensus

Polished world-building doesn't save Arkane's latest title from a very lukewarm reception
Forspoken | Critical Consensus
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Forspoken | Critical Consensus

Critics split on Square Enix's new RPG; some enjoyed the narrative but others voiced concern over the writing of its lead heroine
The Last of Us TV show | Critical Consensus
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The Last of Us TV show | Critical Consensus

HBO's take on Naughty Dog's post-apocalyptic road trip is as faithful as it gets; most critics loved it, but some questioned its necessity
God of War: Ragnarok | Critical Consensus
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God of War: Ragnarok | Critical Consensus

Critics praise Sony Santa Monica's storytelling and style as Kratos makes his long-awaited return - but is the sequel too big?
Gotham Knights | Critical Consensus
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Gotham Knights | Critical Consensus

Much like the fictional city after Batman, WB Montreal's title is a visual treat, but action is underwhelming and convoluted
Saints Row | Critical Consensus
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Saints Row | Critical Consensus

Reboot of Volition's open-world action series launches with distinguished flair but ultimately falls flat
Playdate | Critical Consensus
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Playdate | Critical Consensus

Panic and Teenage Engineering's tiny handheld is a joyful and creative approach to delivering games, with very few downsides
Elden Ring | Critical Consensus
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Elden Ring | Critical Consensus

Dubbed as a "masterpiece," it's a critical hit across the board for FromSoftware's dark fantasy adventure