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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) | – | 77 | 38 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 94% | 89 | 921 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 95% | 89 | 263 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Jun 26, 2025) · 247 reviews sampled · 263 total reviews in window · weighted 150.1 up / 8.3 down · computed 4h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (25)
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.
- 85
“ROBOBEAT is currently one of the best rhythm FPS games available on the market. The technical state of the game has been polished to the limit. Maybe the content is not as much as in competing titles, but it is extremely diverse. In addition, the ability to import your own music and play it during subsequent approaches is something you can search in vain elsewhere. Although it doesn't always work perfectly. Nevertheless, ROBOBEAT is a great roguelike, at which I spent many long hours accompanied by my favorite songs and a faster heartbeat.”
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“ROBOBEAT combines first-person shooters with rhythm gameplay, but never really defines its reason for doing so. Although the action does become engaging once you get the hang of it, awkward controls and drab level design will chase most dancers off the floor before the party can really kick in.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“The concept of a roguelike rhythm-based shooter is a good one, but in the end Robobeat lacks compelling staying power”
read full review ↗ - 88
“Robobeat masterfully blends the roguelike genre with rhythm games, combining the frantic and addictive gameplay typical of roguelikes with the flow of rhythm-based games. Using an exceptional soundtrack to unite them, Robobeat stands out as one of the most unique and fun games within the roguelike genre.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“While it takes some getting used to, it's possible to have a lot of fun with ROBOBEAT, especially when you add your own music.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“I have to say I'm not really a fan of rogue style games or Doom style shooters, but Robobeat has proven to be the exception to the rule. It's fast, slick, and once you have learned the mechanics, really quite easy to master.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“ROBOBEAT is a successful FPS rhythm shooter that impresses with its groovy beats and fast-paced gameplay.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“Robobeat has a great soundtrack and its combat ticks all the boxes, but uneven balance and boring level design puts this one out of step with its peers.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“ROBOBEAT has a personality all on its own, presenting a unique experience that is much more than just a fun spin on the rhythm game genre. Absolutely oozing with style, it demands to be experienced to get what it offers truly. It is a fun romp with thrilling visuals, exciting action, and an emphasis on excellent music catered to your particular tastes.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Robobeat meets the basic expectations for a game of its type. Its weapons, enemies, soundtrack, and level design are all adequate but it falls short due to its lack of a unique hook, or compelling reason to exist.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Robobeat is a fun shooter that powers your shots in time with music of your choice. This immerses you in the gameplay and gives you a unique FPS experience. However, this game doesn’t have much going for it other than the musical shooting. Everything else feels tacked on and it’s not great for people who aren’t musically inclined.”
read full review ↗ - 72
“The soundtrack deserves special praise. With a mix of EDM, industrial metal and other electronic styles, each track fits the gameplay perfectly. It is incredibly fun to switch between songs via the cassette player. You can even switch music during a run if you feel like the music doesn't fit the level or weapons. Robobeat is therefore a welcome addition to the PS5 game catalog. Dual-wielding two guns that are completely different from each other works like a charm. You can earn a lot of extras here and you don't feel like you have to grind endlessly to unlock something new. With four different levels and an art style that is very similar, the game unfortunately doesn't offer much visual diversity. The large amount of cool songs, weapons and power-ups specifically ensure that you come back to play a "short" level.”
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Patch history
- Summer Content Update: Grab Your Backpack!Jun 26, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Spring Content Update: Cheats and Viruses!Mar 21, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Winter Content Update: New Weapon UNLOCKED!Dec 17, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- Patch 1.1.4: Bug Fixes and Balancing!Oct 7, 2024
- Update #1: One New Weapon & One New Ability UnlockedAug 19, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- Patch Notes - Update 1.0.3.3May 31, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- [Demo] Patch Notes for Build 0.1.134Jun 9, 2023significant · resets scoring window
- [Demo] Patch Notes for Build 0.1.1227May 10, 2023significant · resets scoring window