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 (Metacritic) | – | 83 | 6 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 98% | 94 | 502 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | 74 | 4 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 100% | 97 | 1 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Acclaim gate: the raw blend lands at 91.4, but scores above 88 must be earned in front of a mass audience; this verdict rests on 1,102 player reviews, a largely self-selected fanbase. As more players weigh in, the ceiling rises (full scale unlocks at 100,000 reviews).
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 1 reviews sampled · 2 total reviews in window · weighted 0.9 up / 0 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (14)
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.
- 90
“The Blackwell Epiphany is very polished and at times packs a real emotional punch, sending the series out on a high.”
read full review ↗ - 86
“The puzzle design, dialogue, voice-overs, art direction and the way it completes the Blackwell storyline is absolutely sublime. One would be forced to nit pick to find downsides to this beautiful and emotional finale to Rosangela's story. A fairly short duration and the fact that one pretty much needs to be a fan of the series in order to get the full emotional impact of the events unfolding could be considered downsides.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“The Blackwell Epiphany is a fantastic and poignant end to the series, and I really hope we can start mentioning Dave Gilbert in the same breath as adventure gaming luminaries like Tim Schafer, Charles Cecil and (sigh) Jane Jensen. ”
read full review ↗ - 82
“The high-point of a consistently strong series, and a great showcase of adventure game design that fits the story's theme.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“The heart of the game is in its logical execution of conversations and puzzles, while not being trivial. [Issue#242]”
- 91
“A great conclusion to the Blackwell series, Epiphany delivers a poignant ending, the usually strong investigative and spooky gameplay and at least one breathlessly emotional "ghost story". Be aware, though, that having played the previous games is strongly suggested.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“An excellent ending to the series, but best played by those who have played its predecessors.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“If you want to travel back in time to the period when adventure games posed a clever challenge, you won’t find a better game to do so. Epiphany is the best game in the series, so I’m genuinely sad there won’t be a follow-up. [06/2014, p.64]”
- 70
“The level of storytelling once it makes it past the more clunky moments makes the whole experience worthwhile. The conclusion itself made me forgive the game for all the awkward moments that came before it. And, after playing through all five chapters in quick succession, I can guarantee that that is the best way to appreciate the overall narrative.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“It’s sad to see the series go but the satisfying revelations and conclusion makes Blackwell Epiphany a must play.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Fans will definitely enjoy the ride, latching onto each minute. Newcomers, well, go play the whole series, they’re on sale often and you’ll thank me when it’s over.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“The Blackwell Epiphany is the latest chapter in the Blackwell series and the best of all of them. It closes the series with great tact, with great plot twists and by tying up all the loose ends.”
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Game Revolution…and 2 more tracked reviews.
Patch history
- Blackwell Epiphany - Achievement Hotfix PatchJul 29, 2026
- Blackwell Epiphany - Screenshot Hotfix PatchJun 2, 2026
- Blackwell Epiphany - Hotfix PatchMay 19, 2026
- Blackwell Epiphany - Hotfix PatchMay 18, 2026
- Blackwell Epiphany Patch - Config ToolApr 7, 2025
- Blackwell Epiphany - Smallest PatchFeb 10, 2024
- Blackwell Epiphany - Engine PatchJul 19, 2023
- Blackwell Epiphany update!Mar 2, 2021
- Patch v1.1Aug 29, 2014
- Patch v1.1Aug 29, 2014