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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) | – | 81 | 16 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 87% | 81 | 54 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 89% | 83 | 38 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Oct 18, 2024) · 38 reviews sampled · 36 total reviews in window · weighted 22.8 up / 2.7 down · computed 10h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (10)
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
“Demon's Mirror is a hell of a good time. The way it combines deckbuilding and the grid battle system had me hooked from my very first run and it's so easy to learn. With an array of different cards to discover and modify, its inclusion of three characters with three different playstyles creates alot opportunity to play how you want. Even though the enemies can be repetitive and I found runs super quick to complete, Demon's Mirror may just be one of 2024's moore exciting new deckbuilders.”
read full review ↗ - 50
“Demon’s Mirror didn’t vibe with me, and while I appreciate the effort to mix up these two gameplay styles, the friction between the two left me annoyed and drained.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Demon's Mirror is a good roguelike deckbuilder, though be prepared to keep in mind all sorts of complex mechanics and attacks coming your way, lest your run comes to an untimely end.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Demon's Mirror is a wonderfully refreshing take on the whole deckbuilding genre, and well worth a look if you want something that genuinely feels new. If you've never played one of these before, however, then it's probably going to feel pretty tough to begin with, but it'll be worth it.”
read full review ↗ - 50
“Demon’s Mirror blends roguelike deckbuilding with chain-three puzzle mechanics for a fresh twist, but its steep learning curve and reliance on RNG can hinder new players.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“Ultimately, I found Demon’s Mirror to be a compelling and addictive experience, even if it could be a bit tough in places. Its clever blend of deck building and match-three mechanics feels refreshing and unique for the genre, which does it a lot of favours given how oversaturated it can be. Demon’s Mirror does enough to stand out though, and despite the occasional stressful moments, it has that “just one more try” appeal that kept me coming back for more.”
read full review ↗ - 95
“Overall, I was pleasantly surprised by Demon’s Mirror. Whether you’re a hardcore deck-builder fan, or just a casual gamer looking for a fun experience, this game will not disappoint. The combat mechanics are immensely diverse and one could easily sink hours upon hours replaying runs. The game also comes with masterful art direction that is just clean and beautiful all around. Demon’s Mirror is a bit short, but it never overextends itself, which ultimately leaves the player wanting more. Be-Rad Entertainment has done a great job with this game and has certainly set itself up to expand upon it.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Taking the best parts of a card battler and classic 'match three' board busters, Demon's Mirror manages to create something familiar but still fiercely unique and unquantifiably vast.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Addictive, engaging and immersive, being stuck in the Demon’s Mirror is a realm I didn’t mind getting trapped in for a while.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Demon's Mirror is a seriously clever Roguelike deck builder that blends cards and gems to create a wonderful if slightly overwhelming game.”
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- Demon's Mirror - October 18th 2024 PatchOct 18, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- Demon's Mirror - September 18th 2024 PatchSep 18, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- Demon's Mirror Launch Week! Demo Update, Monster Train Bundle, And More!Sep 3, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- Development Update Aug 8, 2023Aug 8, 2023significant · resets scoring window