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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) | – | 61 | 35 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 85% | 79 | 71 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 100% | 97 | 0 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 1 reviews sampled · 1 total reviews in window · weighted 1 up / 0 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (27)
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
“EDENS ZERO isn't here to redefine the action RPG. It's a passion project, made for fans, by developers who clearly care about the source material. What it lacks in depth and budget, it makes up for with personality, charm, and sheer content density. It's cozy, nostalgic, and rewarding in the way only a certain kind of anime RPG can be.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“Edens Zero, much like Fairy Tail 2, is a missed opportunity. Once again, Mashima's works are not made accessible, and Edens Zero seems to be half-ready in pretty much everything: despite an engaging combat system and a faithful recreation of the anime's characters and story, its technical aspect leaves much to be desired. It's basically an empty game, with dull scenarios and little to no interactivity, and this makes this barely sufficient game hardly enjoyable by more casual fans.”
read full review ↗ - 73
“EDENS ZERO is a title that shines more for its passion for the original work and the possibilities of immersion in its universe, than for its impeccable technical execution.”
read full review ↗ - 50
“I really wish Edens Zero were a better game. As a fan of the source material, I was really looking forward to it. But the execution leaves much to be desired in several respects. The strange beginning, which gives away a lot of the story, the lack of enemy variety, the tanky bosses that pose no real threat, and the graphics, which could be improved: there are more reasons against the title than for it. The only redeeming qualities would be the minigames and the voiced dialogue. And that's simply not enough.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“Edens Zero is a simple and repetitive game, only recommended for anime fans; if you're unfamiliar with the original story, you can skip it and you won't miss out on anything special.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“Konami’s Edens Zero is an absolutely average action-RPG that unfortunately disrespects the anime's story, but those who love Hiro Mashima’s work might find something to like about the game.”
read full review ↗ - 55
“Edens Zero really is a game made for existing fans, specifically those who aren't too picky about their gameplay. The combat is serviceable enough to provide button-mashers with some fun, and the open world gives the game some legs once the story section has been completed. For those new to the series, the rushed and initially convoluted storytelling provides a terrible first impression, while the gameplay's stunted nature makes you wonder why the game was made into an action-RPG title instead of a more straightforward action title. Overall, the game can be decent, but it fares poorly when compared to many other anime-based games on the market.”
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“EDENS ZERO might have something for fans of the manga or anime, but I would struggle to recommend this game to anyone. No one thing it does makes it a bad game, but EDENS ZERO manages to consistently reveal its issues with every system introduced.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“EDENS ZERO is an addictive adaptation that will get you hooked on the story, even if you haven't read it yet. If you look past the fanservice and repetitive combat, you'll find a real gem of a storyline here.”
read full review ↗ - 62
“EDENS ZERO sets out to honor the spirit of Mashima’s beloved series but ends up feeling more like an unfinished beta than a fully realized RPG. There are glimmers of enjoyment, janky-but-fun combat and a few heartfelt character moments, but they’re buried beneath outdated visuals, a bland open world, a rushed narrative, a repetitive gameplay loop, and an overall lack of polish.”
read full review ↗ - 64
“Edens Zero mixes quick story beats with easy-to-grasp combat and some fun team-swapping. There’s plenty to do in its open world, even if the environments feel empty and the performance takes a hit. Unlocking new skills and gear adds some variety to fights, but things stay pretty laid-back overall. If you’re into the series or just want something casual to mess around with, it might be worth a look.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“EDENS ZERO is a discreet, enjoyable action RPG, with good ideas and capable of entertaining (especially fans of the original work), but made without the care needed to really shine.”
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