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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 | 97% | 93 | 20 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 100% | 97 | 1 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 4 reviews sampled · 4 total reviews in window · weighted 1 up / 0 down · computed 2h 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.
- 72
“While the action can be a bit slight, there’s an amusing enough story and novel gameplay to make it a decent choice for cozy gaming fans”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Yes, it is a relatively short game and you can beat it in one day. But that short session gave way to a deep story with loveable characters, fun gameplay, and, of course, two loveable mice that I think would make for some great plushies.”
read full review ↗ - 80
- 70
“Mousebusters is an adventure game with point-and-click, puzzle, and shoot ’em up elements. The gameplay loop is okay, but slow at times. The characters are fun, but not all of them stick the landing. The narrative can be slow but picks up in the second half, leading to a satisfying ending. While it has issues, the last hour of the game more than makes up for them, and I enjoyed my time with it, especially since you can beat it in an afternoon.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“Despite the lack of challenge, the charming storytelling, cute world, and varied gameplay ensure that Mousebusters is well worth checking out. It’s a lovely, bite-sized adventure that respects your time, and whilst you’ll likely see everything it has to offer in just three hours, it makes for a cozy, funny, and occasionally heartfelt ghost story that absolutely hits the mark.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Mousebusters is a compelling tale of a human transformed into a mouse, following the residents of an apartment complex as they navigate the struggles of daily life. It is an unforgettable story, rich with heart, that may even move players to tears! While it might not be Odencat's strongest title, players will not regret seeing it through to the end.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“This manages to blend amusing moments with sombre elements to great effect. The result is an interesting game that keeps you guessing. The puzzles are fun, and searching each apartment unlocks a new piece to the puzzle. Therefore, there is a genuine eureka moment as you uncover the bigger picture mystery. Accordingly, despite its short playtime, it is great, and I recommend grabbing a copy from the Xbox store!”
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“Mousebusters is a solid little narrative adventure with a few shooty bits and a lot of heart. It’s not striving to be like the bigger games out there, and in the process it manages to be its own thing on its own terms. For anyone needing a break from heavier fare, this is fun little romp is a welcome change of pace.”
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- Improved ControlsJul 1, 2026
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- Released v1.0.0.4Jun 17, 2026