Some thoughts.
The aggregate scores for the game are 83 (Gamerankings) and 84 (Metacritic). Gamexplain is not counted (currently) in either number -- nor is Famistu (or any Japanese review). [Speaking of the Gamexaplain review, I thought I had seen elsewhere that Kid Icraus has a stylus free control scheme -- which may make some of the complaints in that review moot.).
I have not listened to Jim Sterling's review, but from my examination of his past work, he is not to be taken seriously, in my opinion. I find his work over-the-top at best and trollish and uninformed at worst. And I find his persona to be revolting, in my opinion.
This brings me to my last point -- reviews are at least part opinion as to whether or not someone liked and/or it worked for them. Movies, TV shows, books, music all have much more varied reviews because different people have different tastes and opinions. When video gaming reaches that point -- and we realize that these are opinions and they can be given and taken as such (rather than as referendums on the game or trolling attempts for attention), then the medium will have progressed.
Mike from Morgantown
 I am Mario.I like to jump around, and would lead a fairly serene and aimless existence if it weren't for my friends always getting into trouble. I love to help out, even when it puts me at risk. I seem to make friends with people who just can't stay out of trouble. Wii Friend Code: 1624 6601 1126 1492 NNID: Mike_INTV |
