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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 | 9 |
| Creator reviews (1 tracked) | – | 60 | 0 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 90% | 84 | 1000 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | 80 | 10 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 61% | 61 | 3 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 9 reviews sampled · 9 total reviews in window · weighted 3.5 up / 2.2 down · computed 3h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (49)
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.
- 60
“The world of Apotheon is fun to explore, beautiful to look at, and those who do enjoy the game will find a wealth of secrets waiting to be discovered. While the story is both minimalist and predictable, it is told expertly, and even though I found the game to be boring for the most part I was invested just enough to see the next dungeon or hear another line of dialog. It's just a shame that the overall gameplay feels pretty lazy despite the fact that the foundation is strong and some of the set pieces are pretty exciting.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“What is [Apotheon's] song? One of delight and wonder, I would argue, an expression of unabashed love for myth. That it's possible to turn such love into an engrossing adventure that coalesces in a way so few games do reminds me of my own love for games and of their potential as a medium of beautiful expression. Apotheon, then, is the kind of videogame we need more of.”
read full review ↗ - 100
“Apotheon is attractive, vibrant, and challenging when Nikandreos is scrapping with a deity or exploring Mount Olympus, but it's dragged down whenever he has to squabble with its innumerable mortal thugs, which is all the time.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“A combat-heavy, side-scrolling jaunt through the wonderfully unhinged realm of Ancient Greek mythology. Apotheon unites presentation and theme to tremendous effect through its stylised, Grecian pottery worlds.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Apotheon is not perfect, but it's still more than fit for a God. Minor crashing and design issues aside, this gorgeously presented action platformer packs plenty of variety beneath its pottery-inspired shell. Plus, who doesn't love Greek mythology?”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Incredible visuals and an epic,timeless soundtrack frame a rock solid Metroidvania styled adventure, that feels like the 2015 dream-child of the legendary Gods and Hippodrome games of yore. The controls may be a bit loose but this is one adventure that you simply cannot afford to miss. ”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Dig beneath the effortlessly stylish veneer of Apotheon though and it soon becomes clear that its impressive calibre bleeds through into its homage to the engrossing Castlevania and Metroid games pioneered back in the 8-bit days. ”
read full review ↗ - 80
“If it played just a little tighter, Apotheon would be brushing up against greatness. As it stands, it's stunning to look at and a pleasure to play, and what flaws it does have can be easily overlooked by anyone looking for something smart and stylish.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Apotheon eschews modern expectations, reflecting a far older brand of storytelling.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Apotheon manages to be a truly unique entry into what's a decidedly overcrowded genre. With its polished design, excellent sense of story and beautiful aesthetic, fans of the platformer genre would be remiss to skip over it, despite its at times clumsy combat controls.”
read full review ↗ - 50
“Stunningly unique but ultimately messy, Apotheon is enthralling Greek mythology caught in the grips of unfriendly combat.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“One of the best Metroidvania games around, with some inspired visuals and great use of its Ancient Greek setting, despite some minor issues with the gameplay mechanics.”
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Patch history
- 1.3 FixesFeb 22, 2016
- 1.3 FixesFeb 22, 2016
- Apotheon 1.2 Multiplayer updateNov 28, 2015
- Apotheon 1.2 Multiplayer updateNov 28, 2015
- Apotheon 1.1 - Online Multiplayer Beta!Apr 15, 2015significant · resets scoring window
- Apotheon 1.1 - Online Multiplayer Beta!Apr 15, 2015
- Apotheon now available on Mac and Linux!Feb 10, 2015
- Update 1.03Feb 5, 2015
- Update 1.03Feb 5, 2015