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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) | – | 67 | 89 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 41% | 46 | 1000 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 43% | 47 | 852 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Jan 22, 2026) · 300 reviews sampled · 852 total reviews in window · weighted 93.4 up / 124.4 down · computed 17m ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (49)
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.
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“SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada is an impressive action game set in the SYNDUALITY: Noir anime universe. It’s a third-person extraction PvPvE game that boasts an excellent, dynamic combat system. Unfortunately, SYNDUALITY’s mechanics are hampered by subpar optimization, limited enemy variety, and a sense of repetition that sets in over time. However, if you enjoy action-packed PvPvE extraction games and mechs, this is the game for you.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“Game Studio pays a high price to try to piece together both an extraction shooter and story focused game. While its fun during its first couple of runs, the lack of enemy variety and the extremely linear solo missions are unfulfilling.”
read full review ↗ - 65
“It’s a bit difficult to recommend SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada. Sure, fans of extraction shooters and mechas will find something to enjoy, but only if they pay the appropriate taxes. However, it’s hard to enjoy the game when you think about how much you have to “work” to get basic things, something that unfortunately shouldn’t happen in paid titles like this.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Synduality Echo of Ada is a unique take on the extraction shooter genre. Its setting, gameplay mechanics, and connection to the anime source material create an experience that could appeal to both genre enthusiasts and fans of Japanese animation. While the game currently lacks a significant amount of content, this could be expanded upon over time”
read full review ↗ - 50
“Synduality Echo of Ada has potential, but its flawed economy, tedious grind, and lack of meaningful story incentives make it hard to recommend in its current state. Without drastic improvements, it risks being forgotten before it ever finds a steady audience.”
read full review ↗ - 45
“Synduality: Echo of Ada is a bold bet from Bandai Namco, bringing good ideas and a promising foundation, but it still lacks refinement. The gameplay and PvPvE combat are the highlights, but the various issues the game has significantly hinder the overall experience.”
read full review ↗ - 40
“In short, SYNDUALITY needs to take a long, hard look at itself and ask what does it want to be, and how will it get there. Right now, it’s not worth the asking price, especially with all the micro-transactions still found in the game. But maybe, after some updates and potentially a free-to-play model in place, SYNDUALITY emerges a better, more thought-out product.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“Synduality: Echo of Ada presents an ambitious concept, trying to blend PvPvE gameplay with mech-based combat in a dystopian world. While there are some things that shine, like the strong visual design; it just doesn’t offset how extremely slow and grindy the early game is.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada is an interesting extraction shooter that can evoke a varied experience. The developers should speed up the progression, but if you are looking for a game that provides a pleasant sense of danger - this will be a really good option.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“Synduality: Echo of Ada has the potential to become a fun mech-based third-person shooter with customizable Magus companions, but there are barely any personalization features for the Cradle Coffin mechs at launch.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada is a gripping dystopian setting that combines strategic combat, exploration, and intense PvP dynamics to create an engaging and graphically spectacular mecha experience.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Synduality: Echo of Ada builds on a strong foundation with its enjoyable combat system, captivating mech designs, and engaging PvPvE features. However, it faces challenges like slow progression, repetitive missions, and an excessive dependence on paid content.”
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Patch history
- ▽ SEASON 4.5 Update “STORM HUNT” Now Live ▽May 14, 2026
- ▽1st Anniversary & Season 3 Mid-Update 2 Information▽Jan 22, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- ▽ Season 3.5 Update - Polluted Forest ! ▽Dec 18, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- ▽ Update Information ▽Nov 27, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- ▽ Season 2.5 Update ▽Jul 16, 2025
- SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada - Producer MessageMay 16, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada Patch Notes - Rapid Patch 6Apr 10, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Maintenance CompletedMar 21, 2025
- Maintenance CompletedMar 3, 2025
- Maintenance CompletedFeb 28, 2025
- Season 1 update East Amasia is now live!Feb 6, 2025
- Adjustments and Update for Season 1Jan 29, 2025