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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 | 200 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 89% | 83 | 1000 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | 80 | 77 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 87% | 81 | 22 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 64 reviews sampled · 64 total reviews in window · weighted 46.4 up / 6.9 down · computed 1h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (159)
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
“Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined proves to be a strong revisit of a classic, trimming the fat and including welcome additions to make for a magical experience that no fan of classic JRPGs will want to miss. Though I'm hesitant to call this the 'definitive' version of the game, given the content cuts, I would certainly say it's the most fun version yet. Combine the more engaging pace of the narrative with some nice gameplay updates like moonlighting and those gorgeous visuals, and it's tough to argue that the previous versions are more enjoyable.At any rate, I'd highly suggest you pick this up if you're looking for another high-quality, old-school JRPG for your collection; Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined may not be all that innovative, but it absolutely nails its gameplay and aesthetics.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Although a bit easier than I expected, “Dragon Quest VII Reimagined” it’s a great reinterpretation with some amazing quality of life additions of a PlayStation 1 classic, and a must play for JRPG and Dragon Quest fans”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is a massive and charming JRPG with a heartfelt story, classic turn-based gameplay and polished visuals and music. While some pacing and repetition issues remain, it’s a rewarding adventure for both longtime fans and newcomers.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is a well-done remake of the classic JRPG. The fantastical journey through time to save magical islands may seem a bit naive, but that's not a bad thing if you ask me. The new version boasts stunning graphics, full voice acting, and numerous improvements, although players who hate grind will find plenty of it here.”
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“Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is about new beginnings and, speaking as a relative beginner to the franchise, it is a great adventure. The artwork and character designs are just a treat, and it’s always worth getting to the next island just to see what big bad resides there. The combat system is snappy, making it a fun way to fight to the next heartfelt story beat that runs the whole gamut of emotions.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Dragon Quest VII manages to cut the fat while preserving the whimsical story of our ages.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“If this is part of Square Enix’s broader effort to reignite passion for Dragon Quest ahead of the twelfth mainline entry, it’s working. Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined feels both respectful of its past and confident in its present a delicate balance that few remakes truly achieve.”
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“It takes a lot to be noticed in this sea of remakes and remasters, and Dragon Quest VII Reimagined mananages to stand out in the crowd with relative ease. This game easily stands above its original release and its 3DS remake, and gleefully succeeds at modernizing itself while also staying true to its roots.”
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“Dragon Quest VII Reimagined flawlessly combines the old-school feel of this game, but revamps many of its systems to make it one of the most accessible entries in the whole series.”
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“Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is an exemplary remake that respects the essence of the original while modernizing its systems for new audiences. Its narrative, non-linear exploration, and combat adjustments make it a more accessible experience without sacrificing depth. Square Enix has found a new path to revitalize JRPG classics, delivering a solid game for both veterans and newcomers.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Much like past Dragon Quest remakes the past few years, the seventh mothership game truly needed this reinvention and shake-up as it's a tough game to go back to in its original form, as underrated as it is in delivering that sweaty old-school JRPG experience that stays true to its roots. Old-school fans will find some nitpicks and grievances (like some unchangeable bits catered to current-gen players), but they're just a vocal minority who have the means to go back to their old-ass PS1 copies of their beloved-yet-obsolete entry.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Dragon Quest VII Reimagined presents a fresh vision of the classic JRPG franchise that started it all - and this version may be aiming to begin something new of its own, more accessible to newcomers. While it doesn’t introduce anything particularly revolutionary, it’s certainly worth trying - it just might surprise you.”
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