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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 (Metacritic) | – | – | 0 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 90% | 84 | 79 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 100% | 97 | 3 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Jun 26, 2026) · 3 reviews sampled · 3 total reviews in window · weighted 1.7 up / 0 down · computed 4h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (9)
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.
- 70
“Who knew that arranging gems and collecting cards could be so cool! Anthem#9 is a stylish hybrid of puzzle mechanics and deckbuilding that manages to stand out in an oversaturated market. Combat is highly tactical and fast paced, and it’s super satisfying when abilities are chained together to cancel enemy attacks and trigger long combo streaks. It suffers a tiny bit in terms of balance and a lot more in replay value, yet its slick presentation and rewarding gameplay make it a fun, challenging experience overall.”
read full review ↗ - 74
“Anthem#9 is worth checking out if you like experimental roguelites and the rush of getting a hundred-hit combo. It's also a great deal at less than $20. Don't expect to remember the world once the screen goes black.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Anthem#9 is a confident debut that takes familiar ideas and reshapes them into something distinctive. Its blend of deck-building, gem matching, and roguelike progression feels thoughtful rather than gimmicky, and the moment-to-moment gameplay is consistently engaging. There’s a short learning curve, but once the systems fall into place, the game reveals a depth that rewards repeated runs and experimentation. Whether you’re drawn in by strategy, style, or the sheer satisfaction of well-timed combos, Anthem#9 offers something worth your time. If you enjoy roguelikes and want something that feels new and original to the genre, this is well worth checking out.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“ANTHEM#9 is a small indie surprise that intelligently blends roguelite, deckbuilding, and turn-based puzzle combat. The system works really well once you master the rhythm of combos and interruptions.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Anthem#9 is a stylish, compact roguelite that somehow works by doing less, but doing it well.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“ANTHEM#9 surprises with a sleek, clever, and addictive system.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“The lack of any connectivity makes Anthem#9 feel more like an arcade game, which hurts, as this world is ripe for exploration. The deep and robust battle mechanics and bright visuals help to feed your attention, but even those are not enough to maintain long-form interest. Passionate roguelite players will find a game that will sing through its unconventional ways of handling the genre, but the rest of us might need to look elsewhere.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“ANTHEM#9 delivers sharp, satisfying combat built on clever gem-matching systems, yet its limited long-term variety is a giant hurdle in keeping you invested.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“ANTHEM#9 is a stylish and strategic roguelite deck-builder that combines gem-matching combos with tactical depth and strong presentation. Despite its uneven difficulty and lack of story, the game’s creative mechanics and satisfying gameplay make it a rewarding experience for strategy fans.”
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- 📣 v1.3.5 beta UpdateAug 26, 2026
- 📣 v1.3.4 beta UpdateAug 21, 2026
- 📣 v1.3.3 beta Update & Official Wiki LaunchAug 7, 2026
- 📣 v1.3.2 beta UpdateJul 10, 2026
- 📣 v1.3.1 beta Update & Steam Summer SaleJun 26, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- 📣 v1.3.0 Beta Update Now AvailableJun 12, 2026
- 📣v1.1.1 Update Live Now!May 21, 2026
- 🎉Ver.1.2.0 Update Now Live!May 4, 2026
- 📣v1.1.1 Update Live Now!Apr 2, 2026
- 📀 Original Soundtrack Now Available & v1.1.0 Update!!!Mar 20, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- 📣 ANTHEM#9 v1.0.3 Update Now Live!Mar 4, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- 📣 ANTHEM#9 v1.0.2 Update Now Live!Feb 25, 2026
- [Bug Fix] v 1.0.1 Update NoticeFeb 7, 2026
- 📢 Demo Update & What’s Next!Jan 30, 2026