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Review sentiment over time
Weekly positive-review rate (green) and review volume (bars). Dashed lines mark significant patches; the amber line is the start of the current scoring window. Hover the dots to see what drove a dip or a jump.
How this score was computed
The VGC Score is a weighted blend on a press-comparable 0-100 quality scale. Steam approval rates are first calibrated (95% positive on Steam ≈ 89.5 quality, since Steam approval skews high). Press and tracked creator reviews each count ~2x a player review and share one cap against player evidence (creator buy/skip calls pool into an approval rate, calibrated like Steam approval); all-time sentiment is capped and halved (it's context, not verdict); reviews of the current build carry the most weight when a fresh patch anchors the window; and a 'typical game' prior keeps small samples from pegging the scale. Because press reviews and Metacritic user aggregates describe the launch build, their weight decays as the game ages (3-year half-life after a 1-year grace). That's how a game that launched rough can outgrow its old reception once updates win players over. Reviews under 2h playtime (the refund window), non-Steam activations, and free copies are downweighted.
| Component | Positive | Quality (0-100) | Weight (pseudo-reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Press reviews (OpenCritic) | – | 80 | 79 |
| Creator reviews (1 tracked) | – | 97 | 1 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 87% | 81 | 1000 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | 76 | 25 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 89% | 83 | 1390 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (May 21, 2026) · 300 reviews sampled · 1390 total reviews in window · weighted 241.8 up / 11.7 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (72)
Individual verdicts from outlets we track: scored reviews first, most trusted outlets first among them. The small badge is each outlet's trust score: how well its scoring history aligns with players.
- 80
“House Flipper 2 is a game that takes boring tasks such as cleaning or renovations and transforms them into truly addictive and enjoyable fun. Despite the simplicity in gameplay and repetitive activities, this title doesn't get boring for a moment. I spent 12 wonderful hours with it and I certainly won't stop there. I recommend it to fans of simulation games, but also to people who are looking for something lighter, at which it is easy to relax.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“While its main “carrer mode” is more interative than I expected, “House Flipper 2” shines through its fantastic and engaging sandbox mode.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“The combination of freedom, atmosphere and soothing mood makes this title incredibly universal. It's hard to get bored here and resist the charm of such a successful game, which, even after completing all the missions, is limited only by our creativity.”
read full review ↗ - 78
“House Flipper 2 is more than just a sequel, offering instead a leap forward both artistically and technically. With cartoony graphics, new mechanics and an active community, the game offers a relaxing experience in which we have total freedom to use our creativity.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“The only issue, really, is I think it is quite the specific niche for a game to fill. Unless you’re really into this game’s subject matter (Hey, if you like decorating housing in Final Fantasy XIV, you might just be one of these people), you’re probably going to pass on this. The game does try its best to give you the full experience without making it feel too much like real work, but for me at least, I spend enough time cleaning that I don’t really need to do it in a video game. Having said that though, I cannot deny that the experience is well-polished, and absolutely worth a buy if being a house flipper is your personal fantasy.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Even after the original gripes we had, it slowly became apparent that House Flipper 2 is just as much fun, if not more so, than its original form.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“House Flipper 2 rewards creativity and puts out a relaxing vibe that can be downright addictive.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“For me, House Flipper 2 is a fine example of what you'd expect from a sequel to this kind of game. If the first title was a success with the community, it's important to keep track of what was appreciated. This second opus offers a similar experience, but with improved gameplay, visuals and ergonomics. It's true that the content seems a little sparse, and that it would have been interesting to include much more content right from the start. However, the game developed by the Frozen District and Empyrean team should appeal to older players, while being more accessible to new users.”
read full review ↗ - 78
“House Flipper 2 is a very good sequel. Even though there are some things we felt it was missing and some things we were looking for from the first game, we can recommend it to you with peace of mind.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“House Flipper 2 has joined the House Flipper series but it hasn’t managed to impress me as much as the original. That doesn’t mean to say it’s a bad game in any way! The concept remains the same, visuals have been updated, audio has the same charm, tools have been added and/or changed and the jobs are very similar, making it an easy transition from the first. Also, with that small hint of more content coming in the future, I’m looking forward to the growth of the game and seeing what direction the developers take.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“'House Flipper 2' maintains the positive aspects of its somewhat experimental predecessor while achieving a polished and well-rounded gaming experience. While it may not appeal to everyone, for those whose preferences align, it delivers a satisfying gaming experience.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“House Flipper 2 builds on everything that made the first game so beloved. Some polish from future patches and DLC could go a long way in making the experience even better.”
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Patch history
- Sakura Hotfix 1.12.3Jun 11, 2026
- 🌸 Sakura DLC is OUT NOW! (+ Free "Buyers 2.0" Update!)May 21, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- 🌸 Sakura DLC: Launch Preview!May 17, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- Minor Maintanance Update 1.11.3Mar 23, 2026
- 🌊 Pool Party Update is LIVE! 🌊 + 💦 Summer Splash Contest 🏆Jul 29, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- 🎁 Free Weekend + Free new DLC: House Flipper Birthday Event is HERE!May 15, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- 🤡 It's April Fools' Day! (Mini-Update!)Apr 1, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- 🌼 The Garden Update! - Free Major Update #7Mar 13, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- ❄️ Winter Update + Co-op Open Beta! 🎁Dec 12, 2024
- ☃️ Major Update Preview - Cozy Christmas! 🎄Dec 9, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- 🎃 "Bewitching Renovations" - Major Update #5 OUT NOW 🦇Oct 28, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- 🎃 Major Update Preview - Bewitching Renovations! 🔮Oct 23, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- 😎 "Summer in Old Pinnacove" - Major Update #4! 🍹Aug 1, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- 🌞 Major Update Preview - Summer in Old Pinnacove! 🏘️Jul 30, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- 📶 The BIGGEST visual / performance boost in House Flipper 2!May 16, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- 🌋 Floor is LAVA! 🌋Apr 1, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- 🌷 The Free Spring Update is LIVE! (with a spicy sale!) 🌷Mar 6, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- Community Contest RESULTS + Spring Update NEWS + GIVEAWAY!Mar 3, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- Maintenance Update - saving the save files! 💾Feb 15, 2024
- Fixes, fixes... fixes!Jan 18, 2024
- First ever House Flipper 2 Feature Update!Dec 20, 2023significant · resets scoring window