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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) | – | 75 | 92 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 87% | 81 | 164 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 81% | 75 | 100 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Dec 16, 2025) · 100 reviews sampled · 88 total reviews in window · weighted 59.3 up / 14 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (46)
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
“Simon the Sorcerer: Origins is a solid return for a beloved series, and the developers at Smallthing Studios seem more than capable of carrying on these magical adventures.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Score: 7/10, Simon the Sorcerer Origins is far from magical, but it’s earnest, visually memorable, and occasionally joyful, despite its many missteps. There is a chance I’m just dumb (no need for comments on that one) but the puzzles are too frustrating to be enjoyable (IMO).”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Smallthing Studios has succeeded at what matters most: preserving Simon’s soul. It allows longtime fans to return to a beloved world, while opening the door for new generations to experience an adventure that transcends age and time. If you enjoy point-and-click adventures, whether you’re old school or new, this is a title you should not miss.”
read full review ↗ - 82
“A classic point-and-click adventure, full of signature witty humor, charm… and some quirks”
read full review ↗ - 60
“While it is fantastic to see Simon return, his grand comeback isn’t an impressive display of point and click magic, it’s more like an amateur magician’s routine; kinda simple, but you can’t fault the heart and enthusiasm that went into it. It’s an absolutely solid adventure game that leaves me hopeful we might see more from Simon. If you love the genre, pick it up and give it a go.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“It is easy to want to like Simon the Sorcerer Origins at first glance. The artwork is beautiful, and the puzzles are clever and creative. However, Simon sadly comes off as a murder-hobo rather than a charming rogue. Also, while the game's comedy is quite fun in itself, it needs more palate cleansers. As is, this feels like a six-hour-long slapstick show, a genre best served in 30-minute portions.”
read full review ↗ - 73
“Simon the Sorcerer: Origins is an adventure game aimed primarily at fans of adventure games and the series in general, and we would not recommend it to someone new to the genre, due to the way the puzzles are implemented. It will not change Simon's status in the adventure world, but it is a fine addition to the series, which respects the material it is called upon to manage.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Witty, weird, and wonderfully nostalgic, Simon’s still got it.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“The story of Simon the Sorcerer Origins is ideal for Simon's return to gaming today, offering something very different from the crowd, plenty of nostalgia, and relaxation.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“The latest installment in the adventures of the wayward Szymek undoubtedly has a lot of charm. Besides its polished audio and visuals, the title offers tons of naughty humor and two gamepad control options (both of which are effective). If only the plot were more interesting and the whole thing a bit longer, it would be hard to find fault with anything.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Simon the Sorcerer Origins is a finely crafted and gorgeous throwback to the heyday of the genre. It is witty, fun, and wholesome in a way that should delight gamers of all ages. I loved it more than I could have anticipated.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Simon the Sorcerer Origins is a triumphant return to form for one of adventure gaming’s funniest icons. Simon the Sorcerer Origins dazzles with stunning art, sharp writing, and heartfelt storytelling, a modern classic that captures the spirit of the ’90s with the craftsmanship of today.”
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Patch history
- Holiday PatchDec 16, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- November 14th PatchNov 14, 2025significant · resets scoring window