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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) | – | 78 | 154 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 96% | 91 | 379 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 100% | 97 | 4 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 10 reviews sampled · 11 total reviews in window · weighted 9.2 up / 0 down · computed 1h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (81)
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
“The Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection is the gold standard for how retro compilations should be handled. CAPCOM didn't just port the games; they enhanced them, preserved them, and restored content that Western fans were previously denied. While the deckbuilding might feel a bit streamlined compared to Battle Network, the incredibly fast-paced combat, deeply emotional character arcs, and massive suite of modern quality-of-life options make this an easy recommendation. Whether you are reliving the nostalgia of the DS era or "EM Wave Changing" for the very first time, Geo Stelar’s journey is absolutely worth taking.”
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“Products of their times, the Mega Man Star Force trilogy is unlikely to expand its niche audience. But those who came of age alongside protagonist Geo Stelar, this card-battling RPG collection will surely make you happy. Everyone else can wishlist it for a sale, or check out some of the superior Mega Man collections Capcom has on the Switch eShop.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection continues Capcom's unbroken streak of excellent Mega Man remasters, presenting these DS classics in the best possible light and providing a compelling package.”
read full review ↗ - 88
“Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection is undoubtedly the definitive version of three games that, for far too long, have been unfairly overlooked by the fanbase. This collection finally restores the series to the place of esteem it deserves, thanks to a compilation crafted with evident passion and a great deal of care. We were truly amazed by Capcom’s excellent work, which not only succeeded in the far-from-simple task of adapting and modernizing titles originally released on the Nintendo DS, but also enriched the experience with a significant amount of content, improvements, and customization options that make this edition well worth it even for those who already know the games inside out.”
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“Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection offers a valuable opportunity to discover a deeper side of the franchise, standing out for its narrative and a 16-bit-style soundtrack that still shines today. However, Capcom’s effort feels minimal: the port is excessively bare-bones, the graphical smoothing muddies the original pixel art, and the lack of a Spanish translation remains an inexcusable barrier in 2026. While the collection is enjoyable due to its strong core, it ultimately deserved a more handcrafted touch.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection is a stellar collection of some of Mega Man's often-forgotten adventures that, despite some shortcomings, feels excellent to play with modern QoL features and other additions.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Capcom nailed it with the Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection in every aspect. Presentation-wise, it is the best compilation featuring the Blue Bomber they've ever released, adding plenty of quality-of-life changes that I'd love to see them retroactively implement in previous titles. In terms of gameplay, while Battle Network still outshines the Star Force spin-offs in many ways, each game continuously builds upon the previous one to much success (for the most part), making the highly underrated journey of Geo Stelar from a secluded, directionless kid dealing with grief and loneliness into a fully-fledged anime protagonist that would die for his friends a blast to rediscover.”
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“While absolutely a novel RPG offshoot from the classic Mega Man series that I’m positive worked well on handhelds, it’s style and general gameplay are indeed odd”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection checks all the boxes for a content-complete, nostalgic remaster. Capcom goes the extra mile to preserve its legacy, and new features spruce up an enticing bundle.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“For long-time fans of the franchise, this is an easy recommendation. For newcomers, it’s perhaps best approached with measured expectations and a bit of patience. Either way, Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection stands as a worthwhile addition to the Nintendo Switch library and a fitting second life for a trilogy that never got the attention it deserved.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection is a thoughtful and well put together package that preserves what made the original games work while making them far more approachable today. The added features, strong performance, and wealth of extra content help it stand out from a standard rerelease. At $40, it offers excellent value if you are interested in the series or want a sizeable RPG collection with a unique combat system, even if its tone and structure will not be for everyone.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Although some parts haven’t aged as well, most noticeably regarding its gameplay, the Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection is worth checking out if you enjoyed Battle Network or are looking for a new RPG series to dive into.”
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Patch history
- Update Patch NoticeJun 15, 2026