
The Worst Video Games of 2024, According to Metacritic | Image Source: en.as.com
NEW YORK, 15 December 2024 – In 2024, he ​delivered several ​critical video games, with titles like Elden Ring: Erdtree Shadow, Like ​a Dragon: Wealth Infinity and Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster overlooking cards and player attention. However, not all games have reached such ​heights. According to Metacritic’s aggregate evaluations, ​some releases ​were ​well below expectations, winning points on the ignominious list of the worst games of ​the year.
As indicated in .as.com, the following games, ranked less disappointing ​to more, represent the lower level of the ​2024 game landscape. Thanks to several genres ​and platforms, this ​list ​highlights critical ​flaws that prevent these titles from becoming pleasant experiences for players. ​From uninspired mechanics to the execution of the lack of brightness, ​these titles serve as precaution stories for developers and publishers.
Sker Ritual
Sker ​Ritual, a PvE cooperation game developed and published by Wales Interactive, was designed as ​a sequel to Sker Maid. Published on April 18, 2024, for PC, ​PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, the ​game received ​a Metacritical score of 55 / 100. Players join the battle hordes of “Quiet Ones” ​in a survival format that recalls Call of Duty’s zombie mode. While his mechanics called it ​genre fans, his lack of innovation made it a forgotten experience for others. As the critics point out, Sker Ritual offers nothing new and quickly becomes repetitive for those who ​do not ​know his predecessor.
Death by the sword
Developed by ​Grindstone, Triple Hill Interactive and ​Toko Midori ​Games, Die by the Blade released ​on May 16, 2024, exclusively for PC. Its metacritical score of 54 ​/ 100 reflects its narrow ​appeal. This fighter has a realistic arms fight where a ​single critical blow can ​be fatal, ​giving the parties a tense environment. However, the reviewers criticized the title for its ​lack of depth, including the ​limited variety of weapons, few characters and minimal play modes, which were removed from ​its replayability.
Funko Fusion
Funko Fusion, ​developed ​and published by 10: 10 Games, tried to bring the charm of collectible characters Funko Pop in an action-adventure format. Published on several platforms throughout 2024, the game’s Metacritic scores ranged from 50 / 100 ​(PC) to 56 / 100 (Xbox Series X). While the ​concept echoed the success of LEGO games, the execution ​went flat. Critics emphasized ​their oversimplified mechanics and repetitive play ​as important drawbacks, which prevented them from competing ​with other similar titles.
Silent Hill: Short message
Silent Hill by Konami Digital Entertainment: The ​Short ​Message ​marked an attempt to revitalize the dear frankness of terror. Posted exclusively for PlayStation ​5 on January 31, 2024, as ​a free experience, the game got a ​Metacritical score of 53 / 100. Despite its intriguing premises, critics argued that the title could not capture the essence of ​what made Silent Hill a family name in terror games. ​Much of the criticism ​came from the unresolved ​controversy ​surrounding the cancellation of Silent Hills ​and the mixed reception of ​the Silent ​Hill Ascension interactive series.
Unlimited solar crown test
The latest release ​of Test Drive, Test Drive Unlimited Solar ​Crown, released on September 12, 2024, for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Developed by KT Racing and published by Nacon, scores of 50-57 / 100 in Metacritic. With the intention of recovering the magic of ​previous franchise ​entries, he stumbled due to obsolete ​technical and visual problems. Critics found the online experience particularly missing, with accidents and poor optimization ​that mark the game.
Teenage Ninja Turtles ​Arcada: The anger of the mutants
Cronies and GameMill Entertainment collaborated with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the ​Mutants, which he launched ​on April ​22, ​2024, through major platforms. By receiving metacrites scores in bass 50, ​the game was unable to meet the high expectations of the franchise fan base. Adapted from a 2017 arcade ​game, it offers few new content while suffering from a lack ​of replayability and outdated design options. Fans were disappointed by their inability to ​capitalize on the lasting popularity of turtles.
Pneumata
Pneumata, a terror ​game developed by ​Deadbolt Interactive and published by Perp Games, was released on March 7, 2024. ​Despite your solo developer’s laudable efforts, the game’s Metacritic scores ​ranged from 52 / 100 (PC) to 59 ​/ 100 (PS5). While its soft atmosphere won praise, critics took the issue with its inspired and predictable narrative game. These shortcomings prevented Pneumata from becoming a major entry into ​the kind of indie terror.
Taxi Life: A driving ​simulator in the city
Developed by Simteract and published ​by Nacon, Taxi Life: A ​City Driving Simulator was ​released on March 7, ​2024, for PC, PlayStation ​5 and Xbox Series X. With metacritical scores ranging from about 51-56 / 100, the game did not bring emotion to the kind of taxi simulation. Critics compared it unfavorably with Sega’s classic Crazy Taxi, ​citing its worldly game and lack of variety as important drawbacks.
Looney Tunes: The sports world
Looney Tunes: Wacky World ​of Sports, developed ​by Bamtang ​and published ​by GameMill Entertainment, successful ​shelves ​on September 27, ​2024. Using the beloved Looney Tunes license, however, the game won scores as low as 47 / 100 (PS5) due to its limited list of ballast characters ​and sporting events. Critics regretted the missed ​opportunity to create a more robust and ​attractive experience for fans and Bugs Bunny company.
Jujutsu Kaisen: Protected Clash
Top list ​of the worst games of 2024 is Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash, an arena hunter based on the ​popular anime series. Developed by Byking and Geddrops and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, the ​game was ​released worldwide on February 2, 2024. Despite high expectations, he won a metacratic score of 44 / 100 (PS5). Critics hit the ​game for their limited ​list of characters, lack of local multiplayer and uninspired combat mechanics, leading to widespread ​disappointment among fans.
The inclusion of these games ​in Metacritic’s ​”last 2024″ list recalls the challenges that developers face in the expectations of players. While some titles pointed high, but were short, others suffered from ​fundamental design problems, ensuring their place in the infamy of ​the ​game.