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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) | – | 88 | 55 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 91% | 85 | 587 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 90% | 84 | 494 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Sep 25, 2025) · 300 reviews sampled · 494 total reviews in window · weighted 214.5 up / 24 down · computed 4h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (30)
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.
- 95
“The Talos Principle is one of those games that I love to return from time to time. The moment I put my hands on Reawakened, I felt like I was in seventh heaven. This is the best and most complete edition of this game. It contains not only the basic story and the Road to Gehenna add-on, but also introduces a brand new, interesting adventure with extremely challenging puzzles. However, if someone still couldn't get enough, they can always reach for community-created levels. And all this in stunning visuals that could be the envy of many high-budget games. The Talos Principle: Reawakened is a must-have for fans of the series and all lovers of puzzle games. However, it should also be of interest to those who are looking for something fresh, yet remarkably good.”
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““The Talos Principle: Reawakened” is what remasters should strive for. Improving the visuals, while maintaining some of the quirks and uniqueness of the original game. Alongside with great developer commentary and a great new episode, it showcases how impactful it was, and still is, Croteam’s amazing puzzle game.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“The Talos Principle: Reawakened is a great chance for people like me who skipped out on the original to get a look at the game for the first time, and for fans of the original to have a good reason to re-explore the game along with seeking out new mysteries. It is a calm, serene experience of puzzle-solving that will also twist your brain along the way. And I quite enjoyed it, and just like the original? Yeah, it’s an excellent game almost everyone will enjoy.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“The Talos Principle: Reawakened is a thoughtful fusion of striking visuals and unique puzzles that, despite some minor discomfort and repetition, still delivers a memorable journey driven by curiosity and discovery.”
read full review ↗ - 89
“The Talos Principle: Reawakened isn't just a pretty remaster. It's the definitive edition of one of the most mind-bending games ever, provoking philosophical reflections and delivering a challenging yet rewarding gameplay experience.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“The Talos Principle: Reawakened is everything I wanted in a remake. It respects the original while making smart improvements that enhance the experience. The puzzles are just as engaging, the story remains as thought-provoking as ever, and the graphical upgrades make an already beautiful game even more breathtaking. If you’ve never played The Talos Principle before, this is the perfect way to experience it for the first time. And if, like me, you spent hours in the original game pondering its puzzles and philosophy, The Talos Principle: Reawakened gives you a fantastic excuse to dive back in.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“I had a blast revisiting this game and it is just as memorable as it was back in 2014. This is a must-play for those that enjoy these types of puzzle games. It really carves out its own niche and executes it extremely well. Hard to believe this game came from the same guys who created Serious Sam.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“The Talos Principle: Reawakened is an already incredible game made more amazing thanks to meaningful quality of life additions, stellar graphical remastering and insightful new content in the new campaign and developer commentaries. It's beautiful, tranquil and pensive. Filled with philosophical platitudes, brain-wrinkling puzzles and sheer tranquil vibes in all the environments, Croteam have masterfully reworked their beloved puzzle game to be as quintessential as ever.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“The popular puzzle game has been given a makeover and has received an extra feature, and is once again competing for players' favour. The puzzles are still fun, and they now look better than ever.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“The Talos Principle Reawakened isn't just a fancy remaster with tarted up graphics, it truly is the definitive edition of one of the greatest puzzle games of all time and is a must play for any fans of the genre, or indeed any fans of quality gaming in general. The new additions are welcome, with the editor mode being particularly exciting. While you may not ever find out your true purpose, playing The Talos Principle should become part of your journey.”
read full review ↗ - 92
“The Talos Principle: Reawakened serves as the definitive edition of the original game, elevating an already good game into greater heights. With a new chapter to explore, enhanced graphics, as well as anti-frustration puzzle measures, Reawakened is a good place to start for new players, and a great piece of nostalgia to go back to for older players---if they can get past the $40 price tag, that is.”
read full review ↗ - 95
“As someone who is coming into the franchise a decade after its original release, I definitely feel like I missed out on something so beautiful. Between the complex puzzles, soothing soundtrack, and multiple endings, you can spend hours on the game and get lost in the world.”
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Patch history
- The Talos Principle Reawakened Update 1.02 live!Sep 25, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- The Talos Principle Reawakened Update 1.01bApr 30, 2025
- The Talos Principle Reawakened Update 1.01Apr 17, 2025
- The Talos Principle Reawakened Demo Update #5Mar 27, 2025
- The Talos Principle Reawakened Demo Update #4Mar 20, 2025
- The Talos Principle Reawakened Demo Update #3Mar 13, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Reawakened Puzzle Jam UpdateMar 8, 2025
- Reawakened Demo update #2Mar 7, 2025