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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) | – | 72 | 51 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 79% | 73 | 721 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 100% | 97 | 1 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 3 reviews sampled · 2 total reviews in window · weighted 1.7 up / 0 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (36)
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.
- 70
“Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story is a magical adventure game that combines relaxing gameplay with the charm of Bandle City. Although the game doesn’t offer deep challenges or complex strategy, its accessibility, cute art style, and fun tasks make it suitable for players of all ages. Above all, young children will love it, and teenage League of Legends fans as well as lovers of life-sim games will find a pleasant and undemanding experience full of creativity and humor. For me, however, as, let’s say, a slightly seasoned player, there weren’t as many challenges as I’d expected. But I can also admit, as a guy, that I was expecting Arcane, destruction, war, death, and even the plague, but instead I got a wonderful fairy-tale adventure, and I enjoyed almost every moment of it.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Bandle Tale is a solid crafting RPG with some really interesting ideas, although it doesn't always execute these ideas as well as it feels like it could have. An expansive crafting system, stunning art style, and hilarious writing all work in Bandle Tale's favor, but the gameplay can sometimes come off as overly frustrating and tedious. As the (unintentionally) final entry in the Riot Forge project, Bandle Tale serves as a decent capstone to a really great idea, and we'd recommend it to anyone out there looking for a chill and immersive new life sim to add to their collection.”
read full review ↗ - 78
“A charming and pretty gorgeous crafting sim / RPG / adventure that doesn’t quite hit all the right notes”
read full review ↗ - 75
“Bandle Tale is not a game of immense depth, but remains a good distraction between big action titles. If you're into cozy games like Animal Crossing or Spirit Farer, you'll easily find what you're looking for. If you're looking for a little more excitement, however, you'll be disappointed.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Bandle Tale isn't for everyone, due to the grind and time it demands, but those who "get" it will have a great time reuniting the Yordle community.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“A charming and visually stunning crafting RPG. Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story is a crafting game through and through. Once you get a hang of the gameplay mechanics and what to find in different locations, you'll find yourself immersed in the charming and whimsical world which is equal parts cozy and visually amazing.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Bandle Tale is the final game under the Riot Forge banner, but thanks to its lovely soundtrack and a unique focus on resource management coziness, the project goes out with a bang”
read full review ↗ - 85
“At its core, Bandle Tale is a cosy puzzle game, blending the tranquillity of games like Animal Crossing with the satisfaction of assembling a complex Lego set or a 1000-piece puzzle.”
read full review ↗ - 100
“In Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story, there’s always a task to tackle, keeping gameplay engaging with constant goals and amusing conversations. Although it relies heavily on fetch quests, Bandle Tale’s progression layers and delightful dialogue guarantee it stays captivating and cosy throughout.”
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“Bandle Tale offers a unique cozy experience that anyone can enjoy, League of Legends fan or not. It's got a great story and fun dialogue that breathes life into Bandle City, and it's easy to pick up and play for anyone. (Review Policy)”
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“Bandle Tale captures the essence of the Yordles’ fantastical home and delivers a delightful and bittersweet experience. As Riot Forge’s final contribution before its closure, Bandle Tale stands as a testament to the studio’s collaborative genius, the creativity and clever game design of Lazy Bear Games, and leaves players with a fond farewell to spinoffs set in the Runeterra universe, at least for the foreseeable future.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“"Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story focuses on the Yordles with Lazy Bear Games' charming pixel art and humor. The game’s narrative and island exploration are engaging, though the story is shallow and involves a lot of back-and-forth. Skill management and various activities like festivals and food stands add depth, making the game feel more like a fun adventure than a grind."”
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