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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) | – | 84 | 62 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 75% | 70 | 485 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 59% | 59 | 473 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Nov 1, 2023) · 300 reviews sampled · 473 total reviews in window · weighted 148.7 up / 103.3 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (48)
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.
- 85
“Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless is a difficult SRPG to push through if you have no previous experience with the series. But you've got to start somewhere, right? And once you get into the flow of it, you may find yourself losing a month or two to the game's unique elements, tricky systems, and joyful charms.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Disgaea 7 offers up yet another enjoyable entry in the long-running series, offering up a more refined take on the famously in-depth gameplay systems. New mechanics such as Jumbification add some interesting wrinkles to the SRPG battles, while new modes like competitive ranked online bring even more playability to a game that'll take you hundreds of hours to see to completion. Perhaps best of all, Disgaea 7 is very newcomer-friendly, though we will add that the very deliberate and measured approach to min-maxing isn't for everyone. Whether you're looking for an excellent new RPG to sink a lot of time into or you've been a fan of Disgaea since the PS2 days, Disgaea 7 is a worthwhile entry that we'd recommend you pick up when you can.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Disgaea 7 is the pinnacle of the series. Whether it’s improving existing mechanics or introducing new ones, it simply does everything better.”
read full review ↗ - 100
“The Disgaea franchise is incredibly ambitious and with each new installment the fun and chaos grow. Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless is no exception.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless mostly feels like business as usual, which is good news for long-time fans and newcomers alike. Some rough edges have been smoothed, though, and the polish works alongside a few smart new features to produce one of the finest entries in the series to date.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless continues the Disgaea series' inexorable march forward, adding new mechanics and further complexity. It features a story campaign that goes down smoothly, if a little forgettable, but it's full of clever encounters that require more input than previous outings. It won't convert unbelievers, but for those already on the hook, it's as good as the series gets.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless fixes the mistakes of the past and capitalizes on its humorous story and fun new mechanics to deliver an unforgettable SRPG that fans will adore.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Disgaea 7 has been a fantastic ride. It's a meaty game to say the least and should you wish to pour hundreds of hours into this game, you easily could. I for one am excited to see what I've missed from previous entries and will be there day one for the hopeful Disgaea 8.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“NIS America said Disgaea 7 would be built with Disgaea 6 feedback in mind, and the result is a much stronger, more traditional entry.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“The way of honor and the otaku blends wonderfully into the aesthetically pleasing world of Hinomoto in Disgaea 7.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“With incredibly in-depth tactical gameplay, a gorgeous art style, and a cast of some of the finest characters in the series, Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless is one of the most enjoyable SRPGs I've played in years.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless sets a new standard for fun and flashy strategy RPGs. It's such a perfect blend of classic Disgaea feel and quirky new mechanics, and it's got some of the most memorable and entertaining characters the series has seen. This is the sequel that fans have been waiting for.”
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Patch history
- 2024-01-23 - PC Version 1.12Jan 24, 2024
- 2023-12-05 - PC Version 1.10Dec 5, 2023
- 2023-11-01 - PC Version 1.09Nov 1, 2023significant · resets scoring window
- 2023-10-19 - PC Version 1.08Oct 19, 2023significant · resets scoring window
- 2023-10-12 - PC Version 1.06Oct 13, 2023significant · resets scoring window
- 2023-10-11 - PC Version 1.05Oct 11, 2023
- 2023-10-10 - Minor PC Version 1.04 PatchOct 10, 2023
- 2023-10-06 - Minor PC Version 1.02 PatchOct 7, 2023
- 2023-10-04 - Minor PC Version 1.01 PatchOct 5, 2023