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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) | – | 78 | 59 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 74% | 70 | 1000 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 80% | 74 | 310 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Sep 12, 2025) · 300 reviews sampled · 310 total reviews in window · weighted 199.5 up / 50.2 down · computed 18m ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (33)
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
“Everhood 2 is an RPG broken down to its core elements-visually and procedurally-then remixed as a rhythm-based action game. It baffles at the start, continues to challenge and surprise, and ends before you've had the chance to really figure out what was going on. It'll captivate players who are willing to let it.”
read full review ↗ - 83
“For players new to the series, Everhood 2 offers a truly trippy experience. But for those who have played the first game, while Everhood 2 is still great, don’t expect to be blown away by its uniqueness this time around.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“Perhaps the base game is just the tutorial and the real game is what awaits players after they return to the main hub and are reminded of the weekly battle arena challenges and the levels that can be accessed inside the Hillbert Hotel created by other players. So for those predisposed to wanting to see everything all at once, maybe that will be transcendent enough.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Everhood 2 is the kind of game that first makes you laugh, then makes you think, and then leaves you wondering why a tear is rolling down your cheek when you’re defeated by a giant, animated metronome. Is it an RPG? Is it a rhythm action game? Is it an interactive philosophical poem? Actually, it’s a little bit of everything, and that’s exactly what makes it unique. This ARPG will force you to see games in a different light. It’s not for everyone, but those who give it a try will happily lose themselves in it. Everhood 2 isn’t just a sequel, it’s an expansion of madness, style, and a sense of humor. And if you’re in the mood for something that defies all gaming categories, this is your evening trip.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“We'd suggest you add Everhood 2 to your library at some point; the experience is certainly well worth it, although it's best approached with an open mind.”
read full review ↗ - 78
“Everhood 2 delivers a visually and emotionally impactful experience, with dynamic core gameplay that shines...though its narrative and some ambitious new mechanics don't always hit the mark.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“[E]xpect the wild and wacky with this nod to Earthbound and Guitar Hero, mashed up for one surreal 2D-and-3D mesh indie experience you won't forget anytime soon. Just don't expect a straight answer out of it.”
read full review ↗ - 78
“Taking the formula of the original and essentially doubling down on it, it’s a creative rhythm RPG, but an acquired taste to be sure”
read full review ↗ - 100
“There's a bit of repetition built into seeing every single thing under the hood, but repetition is no real issue when it's so darn groovy. While I may have completely forgotten that this sequel was announced in 2023, I'll make no such mistake if developer Foreign Gnomes deigns to go for a three-peat. It's undoubtedly a beautiful day in this neighborhood.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“With high-energy beats and an outlandish visual style, Everhood 2 is an unconventional title that strays far from the beaten path. Despite falling for some RPG trappings leading to padded content, this release still finds a way to surprise and delight with moments of hallucinogenic thrill and perplexing characters that'll leave you absorbed in the insanity.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Everhood 2 is an indie game that aims to convey the idea that everything has value by giving simple characters deep meaning. While the adventure can be exhausting at times, it strikes a delightful balance between rhythm and action from start to finish.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Everhood 2 is a delightfully strange RPG, one that combines bullet hell mechanics with a rhythm game twist to create gameplay that is as unique as its storytelling. The difficulty can feel a bit hard, and the songs a bit short, but you’re sure to find an unforgettable experience in this unique title.”
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Patch history
- Russian localization updatedMar 7, 2026
- Everhood Hunters thumbnail updatedMar 4, 2026
- Triple battle room debug text removedJan 12, 2026
- Triple Battle Room additional fixJan 11, 2026
- Proofreading and minor visual udpateJan 6, 2026
- Moonscraper tool updated (back) to 1.5.4Jan 5, 2026
- Triple Arena fix - v1.0.9Jan 2, 2026
- Localization fixes - Italian mainlyDec 10, 2025
- Out-of-bounds-holes fixedDec 1, 2025
- Bracelt text updated in-gameNov 28, 2025
- Brazilian portuguese localization updateNov 13, 2025
- Localization fixesNov 10, 2025
- Localization fixes + Lucy animation fixOct 7, 2025
- Russian localization updateSep 12, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Russian translation patchSep 10, 2025
- Russian Translation added!Sep 9, 2025
- Proofreading - old version.Sep 4, 2025
- Proofreading patchSep 3, 2025
- Chase -1 death coin glitchAug 18, 2025
- Minor Menu localizationJul 30, 2025
- Localization FixesJun 24, 2025
- Further mushroom fixesJun 3, 2025
- Missing mushrooms added!Jun 2, 2025
- Various fixesMay 30, 2025
- Localization fixesMay 23, 2025
- Late party arrivals - MushroomsMay 20, 2025
- Minor Localization ChangesMay 15, 2025
- Localization FixesMay 13, 2025
- Small Localization fixesMay 12, 2025
- Minor localization fixes -May 11, 2025
- Italian translation updated + small fixMay 5, 2025
- Small fix - 2nd mayMay 2, 2025
…and 49 earlier patch announcements.