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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) | – | 86 | 18 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 91% | 85 | 146 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 96% | 92 | 63 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Jun 2, 2026) · 63 reviews sampled · 57 total reviews in window · weighted 53.3 up / 1.9 down · computed 3h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (9)
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
“Some parts of the game will feel familiar if you've played a lot of classic action-adventure games, but that's honestly part of its charm. If you're a fan of classic Zelda-style games and enjoy exploration, solving puzzles, and unlocking new abilities, Elementallis is definitely worth a look.”
read full review ↗ - 88
“With consistently well-designed dungeons and plenty of secrets to discover, this is a fantastic throwback to the likes of Link to the Past and other top-down classics”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Elementallis is a game that pays homage and draws inspiration from an iconic series many gamers love, Zelda. They do this by successfully applying the gameplay mechanics that made us love this top-down, action adventure genre. Elementallis is a game about redemption; a story of taking a link of the past, accepting all that it has to offer, and using it to make a fantastic game to call their own. Apart from some questionable quality of life designs, Elementallis was truly a joy to play. An homage to the past that everyone should experience.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Elementallis has a deep understanding of what made the classic 2D Zelda games so special: open-world exploration, dungeons, secrets, puzzles, skill-based progression, and a world that rewards curiosity. It doesn’t reinvent the formula, but it executes it masterfully and adds its own unique flair through the use of the elements. Its biggest drawback is an uninspired final stretch, but it’s still well worth playing.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Do you have what it takes to restore the lost elements to the world?”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Elementallis has its rough edges, and the map system is easily the biggest one. I would love a modern optional layer with better markers, clearer objective tracking, or at least a more readable player icon. But the core adventure is strong enough that I kept pushing through the annoyance. The powers are clever, the world is fun to poke at, the temples scratch the right puzzle-solving itch, and the presentation is beautiful.”
read full review ↗ - 87
“Within the more classic Zelda-like genre (that is, leaving out games like Tunic or Death Door ), as a "tribute" game that pays homage to Link's early adventures, Elementallis is one of the most solid and well-rounded games , and it achieves this while still contributing its own unique ideas.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Elementallis is a modest but charming experience. It hits the mark with its classic adventure atmosphere, puzzles, gradual world-building, and an environmental message that truly resonates with the game's premise. Despite some interaction issues and occasional bugs, it's a title that showcases good ideas and enough personality to warrant the attention of those who enjoy this style of adventure.”
read full review ↗ - 96
“Elementallis is more than just a mechanical and visual homage to The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past; it is a respect-worthy adventure that manages to stand on its own feet thanks to its excellent and creative elemental combination system. Although it stumbles slightly in minor sound design details and the lack of localization for Portuguese, the title far compensates with a vast world, clever puzzles, a good amount of challenge, and a nostalgia factor that justifies every penny of its extremely inviting price. If you are looking for an epic journey with the flavor of the 16-bit era to play on your Switch’s handheld mode, this game deserves a spot in your library.”
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- Steam Patch 1.0.19Jul 15, 2026
- Steam Patch 1.0.18Jul 13, 2026
- Steam Patch 1.0.17Jun 24, 2026
- Steam Patch 1.0.16Jun 2, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- Steam Patch 1.0.15May 30, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- Steam Patch 1.0.14May 21, 2026
- Steam Patch 1.0.13May 17, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- Fixing one issue with last updateMay 15, 2026
- Steam Patch 1.0.12May 15, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- Steam Patch 1.0.11May 11, 2026
- Steam Patch 1.0.10May 9, 2026
- Steam Patch 1.0.9May 4, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- Steam Patch 1.0.8May 3, 2026
- Steam Patch 1.0.7May 2, 2026
- Steam Patch 1.0.6May 1, 2026
- Patch 1.0.5May 1, 2026
- Third patch is up - 1.0.4May 1, 2026
- Second patch is up - 1.0.3Apr 30, 2026
- First Patch Now Released!Apr 30, 2026