Review Policy
Transparency in Scoring: Providing Honest and Accurate Reviews
One of the pillars of our review policy is transparency in our scoring system. To uphold this principle, we've established a 10-point scoring scale. Such an approach allows for a comprehensive and nuanced evaluation, thoroughly representing the value and quality of the games we review.
Scoring Scale
While each game is judged individually, we use the following general numerical key to frame our reviews:
1 - Broken: Games with this score have major issues and are often unplayable.
2 - Terrible: These games are flawed, lacking key elements that could have made them enjoyable. Often they will have technical and performance problems.
3 - Bad: These games aren't necessarily unplayable, but they lack in many areas.
4 - Below Average: Games with this score are slightly below average. They may have some redeeming qualities but still fall short of being good.
5 - Average: A score of '5' means that the game meets basic expectations. It's not great, but not terrible either.
6 - Above Average: These games stand out from the average, suggesting more effort from the developers. They're far from perfect, but they have potential.
7 - Good: Games that receive this score are solid titles with noteworthy qualities that outweigh their deficiencies.
8 - Great: These are standout games. They're well executed, delivering fulfilling gaming experiences.
9 - Excellent: Excellent games demonstrate merit in multiple areas and offer top-tier experiences in their genre.
10 - Masterpiece: A rare score of '10' is awarded to games that push the boundaries of greatness, offering unique, unforgettable experiences. While no games are perfect, these are as close as they come.
No Paid Reviews: Our Commitment to Unbiased Content
At XPCorner, we hold ourselves to a high standard of journalistic integrity and transparency - something we believe should be a given in the world of video game review websites. Our commitment to you, our readers, is that we will never accept payment or incentives in exchange for reviews. Our priority is to provide trustworthy reviews that help you make informed decisions. Therefore, all our reviews are a result of our rigorous testing processes and are completely unbiased.
While we may occasionally undertake sponsored content ventures, the nature of such engagements will be clearly marked. This comes directly under the following key points:
Full Disclosure: All sponsored content will be clearly identified as such, both at the beginning and the conclusion of the post.
Editorial Independence: Even when a piece of content is sponsored, it doesn’t affect the independence of our editorial team. Our opinions stay our own.
Transparency Independence We clearly state sponsored content and disclose our financial relationships with sponsors. Our editorial team has full autonomy over the content and reviews they produce.
In essence, whether a product is sponsored or not, it undergoes the same scrutiny, and critical assessment as every other game/product we cover.
Our Pledge to Readers
We understand that trust is an essential part of our relationship. We want you to know that the reviews you read here are honest, thorough, and accurate reflections of the product. We value your trust and make sustaining it our utmost priority by adhering to a strong, uncompromising ethical code.