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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) | – | 83 | 16 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 91% | 85 | 657 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 88% | 82 | 414 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Dec 4, 2025) · 300 reviews sampled · 414 total reviews in window · weighted 236.2 up / 31.5 down · computed 5h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (8)
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.
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“A sweet cosy automation game, Little Rocket Lab brings life back to a small little town with style. It may not be for everyone, but those that get a kick out of this kind of peaceful, stress-free experience will find plenty to enjoy.”
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“Little Rocket Lab is a charming blend of cozy creativity and clever design, turning the usually complex world of automation into something warm and wonderfully satisfying. It is progress without pressure, where every new machine and small success feels rewarding rather than demanding, whilst simply watching St Ambroise slowly come back to life gives the game a real sense of heart. And who knows, maybe you’ll get to make it to the stars by the end? It’s fun, engaging, and joyful from start to finish, and whether you’re here for the tinkering or the tranquillity that comes with it, Little Rocket Lab is an easy game to fall in love with.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Little Rocket Lab combines engaging, methodical Factory Sim elements with cozy farming sim aesthetics for an incredibly satisfying experience.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Little Rocket Lab is a lovely game, and an essential pick for fans of cosy games, but its systems are deep enough that I think the Factorio and Satisfactory players out there will still get a kick out of it.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Little Rocket Lab is about as cozy an introduction to automation as could be imagined, with a cast of likable characters in a run-down, charming town.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“In Little Rocket Lab, you return to the place where you grew up, to live with your aunty, after your mother's death. It's an oddly sombre s...”
read full review ↗ - 90
“So that’s Little Rocket Lab. For fans of Spiritfarer, My Time at Sandrock, or Automation Academy, this is an easy recommendation. But more than that, it’s a game that feels good to play. Peaceful, rewarding, and quietly inspiring. You start by fixing old machines… and before long, you realize you’ve fixed the town, and maybe even a little piece of yourself too.”
read full review ↗ - 74
“Little Rocket Lab is a cosy, colourful automation adventure that blends crafting, community, and machine building into a wholesome loop. It starts slow and can get overwhelming later, but once it clicks, it offers a clear, satisfying progression from simple tools to full automation. It is friendly, bright, and easy to understand, even if the social tone and difficulty curve will not suit everyone. For players who enjoy building, tinkering, and watching systems come to life, it delivers a charming and thoughtful experience.”
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- Brazilian Portuguese Update!Feb 20, 2026
- Japanese Language is LIVE & Spirittea Bundle!Dec 4, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Version 1.0.11Nov 6, 2025
- Update 1.0.10 is live!Oct 29, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Version 1.0.4Oct 16, 2025
- Version 1.0.3Oct 14, 2025
- The Little Rocket Lab Demo is LIVE for Steam Next Fest!Jun 9, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Demo Update & Getting in GearApr 17, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Little Rocket Lab's Open Playtest is LIVE!Apr 8, 2025significant · resets scoring window