A random 2008 Nintendo DS game is closing in on Metacritic’s number one spot

A random 2008 Nintendo DS game is closing in on Metacritic’s number one spot

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Key Points:

  • The Nintendo DS game Disney Cory in the House is challenging Clair Obscur for the highest user score on Metacritic, currently holding a 9.4 compared to Clair Obscur’s 9.5.
  • Despite initially poor critical reception, Cory in the House has become an internet meme, with a fan-driven campaign boosting its user score since 2013.
  • Recent bursts of 10/10 user reviews in early 2026 have reignited interest, pushing the game closer to overtaking Clair Obscur at the top of Metacritic’s rankings.
  • Some fans are even review bombing Clair Obscur in an attempt to elevate Cory in the House to the number one spot, reflecting a devoted online