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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) | – | 66 | 62 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 68% | 66 | 1000 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 71% | 68 | 12 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 33 reviews sampled · 29 total reviews in window · weighted 11.6 up / 4.7 down · computed 4h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (53)
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
“Road 96: Mile 0 is a linear story of Romero and Juliette aimed primarily at fans of the original who miss the iconic characters.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Road 96: Mile 0 is more than just an ordinary prequel. It’s a standalone, emotionally charged experience that enriches and deepens the Road 96 universe. DigixArt once again proves that it has mastered the art of storytelling, this time through a unique blend of classic adventure and rhythm gameplay. The story of Zoe and Kait is powerful, relevant, and moving, resonating with themes of friendship, idealism, social differences, and finding one’s own path in a turbulent world. If you’re a fan of Road 96, Mile 0 is an absolute must-play. Not only does it answer many questions about Zoe’s fate and the broader context of Petria, but it also offers a fresh perspective on the events and characters you’ve come to love. For new players who haven’t yet encountered Road 96, Mile 0 serves as an excellent introduction to the world of DigixArt and its narratively rich games. It’s a reminder that even in the hardest of times, the bond of friendship and the power of idealism can help you find your way, no matter where it leads. Road 96: Mile 0 is a powerful and moving story that will leave a lasting impression on you.”
read full review ↗ - 40
“The wishful beginnings to Road 96 quickly veer off-course due to clumsy gameplay, weak writing, inconsistent production values, and transparently purposeless direction.”
read full review ↗ - 50
“The script itself doesn't strike a good balance either, often transitioning from subjects such as a rumination on class inequality directly into a slapstick comedy sketch before interjecting a news bulletin about an impending natural disaster. It's, to put it mildly, a mess. And this happens over and over throughout the 4-5 hours required to complete the game. While pitch-black comedy can work, the writing in Mile 0 is awkward enough that it feels accidental rather than deliberately irreverent. What you're left with is a fun rhythm game surrounded by a plethora of questionable writing decisions.”
read full review ↗ - 77
“Road 96: Mile 0 takes a bold detour, blending rhythm gameplay and smart storytelling, but it left me with mixed emotions. I’m happy to have gotten more insights in the backstory, but it only ended up answering questions I didn’t really need answers to.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Road 96: Mile 0 wasn’t a very long game at all but I mostly enjoyed what I played. As I said it’s a prequel so I know there are things that I would have appreciated more had I played the original; that being said those fans looking forward to this will find a decently developed game. No real bugs are issues other than the juggling of the tone of the game, the rollercoaster ride of emotions wasn’t necessary in my opinion.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“I really hope that DigixArt can put their energy into creating a true sequel to Road 96 which returns to the incredibly rich narrative style which made the original game so much fun and satisfying. This prequel falls far short of the high bar they set previously.”
read full review ↗ - 40
“Road 96: Mile 0 strips away the original's roguelike charm, replacing it with a linear story and frustrating skateboarding sequences. While the characters and setting still hold some intrigue, the game loses its magic by ditching procedural storytelling and resource management. The result is a short, uninspired prequel that feels more like a mobile game than a worthy follow-up.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“In the end, Road 96: Mile 0 doesn't quite pull together everything to create something that reaches the heights of the original title. The first-person exploration portions are flawed but fine, while the auto-runner sequences can be unfair but ultimately get a pass thanks to a skip feature. It is the uneven tone, characters, and story that sink the game, as it plays more to caricature and wild logic leaps rather than the original's more thought-out approach. The low asking price might be tempting for those looking for more from the world of Road 96, but ultimately, we were probably better off waiting for Digixart to create a brand-new project in a brand-new world.”
read full review ↗ - 55
“Overall, Mile 0 just isn't as strong as its predecessor. It somehow feels both like there were too many and not enough changes made to the formula. Maintaining the dialogue options made the story feel diluted and weak, but abandoning the setting of the open road loses a key part of the game's identity. It's a hard spot to be in. This isn't to say that Mile 0 is a failure, just that it doesn't manage to improve on the shortcomings of the original or capture what made it work in the first place. The music is still very good and the characters interesting, but letting the player control their actions removes any potential agency and kills what could have been a great story.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Mile 0 is a new and exciting avenue for Road 96. The rhythm sections are euphoric and the world-building is complex and fulfilling. Zoe and Kaito’s story is a great entry point but it does feel like it’s just getting started as it ends, falling under the traps of being a prequel.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“An indie prequel with a disarming number of ideas to share.”
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Patch history
- Tides of Tomorrow new trailer + demo update!Mar 3, 2026
- New Patch for Win 32Jun 5, 2023significant · resets scoring window
- Patch NotesApr 17, 2023significant · resets scoring window