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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) | – | 69 | 37 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 85% | 78 | 1000 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 87% | 80 | 930 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Aug 28, 2025) · 300 reviews sampled · 930 total reviews in window · weighted 214.7 up / 30.4 down · computed 1h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (19)
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.
- 84
“While its breathtaking art style and hilarious characters are a triumph, Artis Impact is ultimately held back by underdeveloped gameplay and a story that shies away from its own compelling potential.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“[Y]ou cannot help but be astounded by the atmosphere and beauty presented by this indie offering. This is the kind of title that would make not just its country of origin proud, but the indie gaming landscape as a whole. [...] Artis Impact is but a sizeable taste of what pure game-making talent and love can achieve in the field of small-scale JRPGs.”
read full review ↗ - 79
“If you're looking for a welcoming, no-pressure journey that blends light combat, inspiring art, and short stories about humanity, Artis Impact is an excellent choice.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Artis Impact is definitely a title with a lot of soul and little substance, with an artistic side created by a talented person and a gameplay side that is not entirely clear how it was conceived, but all in all, it's not a title that I would advise against, because if you buy it during a sale or out of pure curiosity about its artistic side, it can provide about ten very enjoyable hours. (Except for the gameplay, which might make you hate it).”
read full review ↗ - 65
“Touting a unique brand of offbeat humour and some absolutely beautiful pixel art, Artis Impact is a labour of love that mostly hits the mark. While its combat system lacks depth and it could use a stronger core narrative, it presents a gorgeous world filled with charming character moments that surprise and delight. Despite a few rough edges, this is a bite-sized RPG full of heart.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“A bitesize RPG with some incredibly gorgeous pixel art, Artis Impact has a quirkiness and charm that will either win you over, or frustrate you beyond belief, but it’s odd systems and largely unrealised combat system will exasperate regardless.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Beautiful, challenging, and truly impactful, Artis Impact is an RPG that will end up as one of the most special experiences you'll find on the indie scene this year.”
read full review ↗ - 86
“Artis Impact is a masterfully crafted, imaginative odyssey that paints its post-apocalyptic world with heart and pixel-perfect precision. Though its narrative occasionally wavers, the game’s seamless blend of cozy mechanics, nostalgic JRPG flair, and a sharp-tongued yet endearing protagonist delivers an experience as memorable as it is meaningful. Impactful Indeed.”
read full review ↗ - 99
“Artis Impact is one of the year’s biggest surprises, overflowing with great humor, feel-good vibes, a brilliantly written heroine, and most importantly, the heart the creator poured into it. All of this is wrapped in a visually stunning world you’ll simply want to spend time in.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“Artis Impact is a very authorial game. It's the kind of game where you notice that some things were done just because the developer thought it was cool. I particularly like this type of project. And although it has a few problems with the execution of its traditional systems, this is compensated for by its humorous story, which works very well even against a post-apocalyptic setting, and its art direction.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Artis Impact will certainly attract fans of Octopath Traveler, Bravely Default, Dragon Quest, and Sea of Stars with their unique take on this turn-based RPG that will have players going from battling ferocious enemies and bosses, trying to earn an income, to enjoying a warming bowl of ramen in a single turn.”
read full review ↗ - 82
“Artis Impact stands out because it knows exactly what it wants to be. It offers a tightly crafted experience where simplicity is its biggest strength, and that's a rare sight to see in an ever-growing world of RPGs. The slow pacing may not appeal to everyone, but the game is rewarding, only if you've got a little humanity to spare.”
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Patch history
- Patch Notes v 1.13 - Various FixesSep 12, 2025
- Patch Notes ver. 1.12 - Major Weapon System Overhaul!Aug 28, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Patch Notes ver. 1.11 - Bug Fixes & Difficulty Swapping!Aug 25, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Patch Notes ver. 1.10 - Achievements, Difficulty Modes & More!Aug 22, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Patch Notes ver. 1.04 & 1.05 - More Fixes & A New Friend!Aug 12, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Patch Notes ver. 1.03 - Adjustments & Bug Fixes!Aug 10, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- A Sweaty Dev Update from Mas: Fixes, Optimizations & New Content on the Way!Aug 8, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Official Update Announcement: Artis Impact Demo Fixes and Improvements! 💖Oct 8, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- Game Demo - Update v0.45Apr 14, 2024
- Game Demo - small Hotfix v0.42Mar 30, 2024
- Game Demo - small HotfixMar 27, 2024
- Small Game Demo UpdatesMar 16, 2024significant · resets scoring window