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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) | – | 87 | 11 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 96% | 92 | 1000 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | 90 | 9 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 96% | 91 | 600 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Acclaim gate: the raw blend lands at 90.7, but scores above 88 must be earned in front of a mass audience; this verdict rests on 17,536 player reviews, a largely self-selected fanbase. As more players weigh in, the ceiling rises (full scale unlocks at 100,000 reviews).
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Aug 6, 2026) · 300 reviews sampled · 600 total reviews in window · weighted 206.5 up / 9.2 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (43)
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.
- 100
“Quake returns in a feature-rich remaster that delicately updates the classic FPS, adding lots of optional bells and whistles, packing in a ton of content and delivering the definitive way to play this 25-year-old masterpiece in the process. There's a wealth of online and co-op options here, a glorious new expansion to blast through from MachineGames, super slick performance in both docked and handheld modes and it's all available at a cracking price point. This really is a stellar port of one gaming's true greats and an absolutely essential addition to your Switch library.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“OK, so I don’t think anyone needs to tell you that Quake is one of the most influential first-person shooters of all-time...”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Quake's remastered port to Nintendo Switch is proof that big video game companies don't need to treat their fans with disrespect when it comes to bringing back old classics. The level of content for such a small price is unmatched, and that is forgetting a whole new expansion pack was created for this release, too. The fact that everything can be completed cooperatively in multiplayer means less skilled players can enjoy getting through with the help of others, and then there are deathmatches for some of the best arena FPS action around. Well done to all involved in this.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“For those that haven’t been able to tell, the Quake remaster is an absolute must-play. It was a groundbreaking achievement in 1996, and though it has been a few decades since, the original Quake holds up from a gameplay standpoint. The remaster has retained everything that made this classic first-person shooter what it is, refining its rougher edges to make it a more polished experience in 2021. If you’re revisiting this game, as someone who played it in the past, know that it’s better than you remember it. For those that have yet to experience one of id Software’s most important FPS titles, the Quake remaster will quickly make its reputation apparent.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Enemies are visually grotesque, and their blinding-rage aggression makes for an experience that, even if you’ve played previously, is a challenging experience. You have to make the most of all your weapons, although the classic strategy of “use your shotgun as often as possible” remains viable. Ditto for the rocket launcher, the weapon most closely associated with the game.”
read full review ↗ - 91
“Bethesda has managed to transport us back to 1996 with this magnificent reissue of Quake. With a graphics revitalized to 4K and 60 fps, with a perfect and addictive gameplay that does not pass the years, making Quake become one of the pleasant surprises of the summer.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Revisiting Quake has been both a nostalgic trip for me as well as rekindling my thirst for new games in the series. I hope this remake spawns interest in the franchise and we see a proper new game in the franchise very soon. At $10 this is an easy recommendation and if you have Game Pass it is included, so there is no excuse not to give it a go.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Quake is one of the biggest landmark titles in gaming history and this 25th Anniversary with all the features, options and even the ability to run mods, this is an amazing edition that truly respects Quake’s legacy”
read full review ↗ - 93
“If you're into action games, and even if you're not, you should be playing Quake right now - it's as good as PC gaming gets.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Quake is still better than many modern FPS games with addictive action-packed gameplay and nice visual enhancements.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“A huge shot of nostalgia for those who grew up on classic FPS games, this 90s throwback is more than accessible for modern gamers, however the lack of any narrative to keep you engaged may be off-putting to some.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Quake Remastered, on the whole, is a damn fine shooter with great gameplay, beautifully touched-up graphics, a hauntingly stunning score by Trent Reznor, and a plethora of content.”
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Patch history
- 30th Anniversary UpdateAug 6, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- Quake - Update 4.1Sep 29, 2022significant · resets scoring window
- Quake - Update 4Aug 18, 2022
- Quake - Update 3Apr 20, 2022significant · resets scoring window
- Quake | Free Add-ons Available | Honey, Underdark Overbright & CopperFeb 9, 2022significant · resets scoring window
- Quake - Update 2Dec 2, 2021significant · resets scoring window
- Quake - Update 1Oct 7, 2021significant · resets scoring window