Two actual reasons reviews aren't that credible.

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LordTheNightKnight said:

Shameless said:

LordTheNightKnight said:

Shameless said:
Don't see why fans of this industry are so focused on reviews. Do you need to read a load of reviews before you buy an album or watch a film?

Well as some stated on other threads, games cost more, so you want more assurance that your money will be better spent.

Also, in the past, game reviewers have been actual gamers, so they tended to review more in line most gamer's tastes, unlike movie critics, so they got a reputation for credibility.

Unlike movie critics? Are you trying to say they don't watch movies or something?

See the bolded part. Movie critics hate summer blockbusters. Most moviegoers don't seem to mind. Movie critics love indie films, and most moviegoers stay away from them.

Why would anyone hate summer blockbusters?