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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) | – | 74 | 46 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 82% | 76 | 95 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 88% | 82 | 5 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 13 reviews sampled · 10 total reviews in window · weighted 3.8 up / 0.5 down · computed 4h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (23)
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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“Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes retains the signature feel of the series, with its sticky corridors, oversized monsters and penchant for silent horror. In VR, the sensation of being tiny works very well, and there are a few moments that really take your breath away. But the game lacks ambition, options, polish and consistency.”
read full review ↗ - 50
“Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes is a somewhat sad reminder that virtual reality games simply operate on a different logic than titles designed for traditional screens, and what works in one format may not work in the other. The atmosphere, sound design, and unsettling aesthetics live up to the standards set by the previous installments, but the gameplay itself suffers as a result of a mechanical transplant. If you’re looking for a well-designed and easy-to-control game that takes full advantage of virtual reality, Altered Echoes will be a nightmare for all the wrong reasons.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Little Nightmares: Altered Echoes successfully restores the legacy of the series and brings back its hype for me. Those who are already invested in the franchise shouldn’t miss this entry by any means. This experience is truly hard to describe, and you won’t fully understand how well-crafted it is without actually trying it. My only complaints are that the story feels a bit short, the puzzles are somewhat average, and there is an absence of smooth motion camera control, which slightly affects the overall flow of the experience.”
read full review ↗ - 65
“Little Nightmares Altered Echoes unfortunately has that aftertaste of a wasted opportunity on the part of the development team, where one of the levels in the game really represents what could have been if it had been refined and cleaned up in the points where the game doesn't work.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“By and large, Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes succeeds in adapting the series for headsets, though it’s disheartening that it repeats mistakes from past titles. But, if you already like Little Nightmares, you’ll absolutely enjoy the two hours you spend with this.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“"Little Nightmares" works surprisingly well in VR, delivering a fresh perspective on its eerie world. Environments and enemies feel larger, more threatening, and more grotesque than ever. Unfortunately, it doesn’t fully capitalize on the medium. Interaction is limited for a VR experience, leading to frustrating trial-and-error sequences, and some ideas feel underdeveloped rather than fully realized. Just as it starts to gain momentum, it’s already over. Still, fans of the series will find plenty to appreciate.”
read full review ↗ - 68
“Little Nightmares VR is a good choice for fans of the franchise and is certainly a good transition of the series' atmosphere to virtual reality, but unfortunately it fails to be more than that, lacking originality and not straying far from the franchise's comfort zone.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes is a short but intense nightmare. All in all, this foray into VR doesn’t feel like an experiment. To me, it’s a successful evolution that reinforces the core of the franchise: vulnerability, tension and grotesque beauty. Despite the short playtime, a few pacing issues and some control problems, this is a highly immersive experience. Fans of the series and horror enthusiasts get exactly what they’re looking for: an intense, physical and beautifully crafted plunge into an unsafe nightmare.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes looks very impressive on the Meta Quest 3 headset. Despite some issues related to the climbing mechanics, my overall impression of the game was positive, and the experience may also appeal to players who haven’t had any previous contact with the series. A potential issue for some players could be the short playtime, which in my case was only around two hours.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes captivates with its oppressive atmosphere, a profound sense of helplessness, and a fear that stems from feeling small in the face of a gigantic, hostile world. Virtual reality greatly amplifies these sensations and creates some truly harrowing moments, though the game falls a bit short when it comes to VR-specific interactions.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes successfully adapts its unsettling world and atmosphere to VR. A must-play experience (though perhaps a bit too short) for fans of the series.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes is a fantastic addition to the Little Nightmares series. Not only does it successfully bring it to a new perspective and medium like VR, but it does it in a very natural way. Diving deeper into a previously untold part of the story without feeling forced was genuinely fantastic, as well as keeping the soul of the series intact. It isn’t perfect, and I’d love to see another one that expands the gameplay, puzzles, and length. That being said, if you’re a fan of the series this is a must play!”
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Patch history
- May UpdateMay 26, 2026