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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) | – | 77 | 9 |
| Creator reviews (1 tracked) | – | 75 | 0 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 69% | 66 | 668 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | 79 | 5 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 50% | 52 | 1 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 2 reviews sampled · 2 total reviews in window · weighted 1 up / 1 down · computed 1h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (29)
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.
- 75
“So long as you've got the patience to fight the same spider mutant over and over again, and provided you really… really… love Monster Hunter, you'll have a fun little time with Toukiden Kiwama, and it'll last you quite a while.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“It’s a highly enjoyable beast-slayer that feels right at home on both handheld and console.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Fans of the genre will adore Toukiden: Kiwami, and this is a good entry point for those interested in getting into the hunting genre. The fluid arcade action brings a new spin and there is a ton of content for both players of the original and for those new to the franchise.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“If you missed out the first time around, Toukiden: Kiwami shouldn't be avoided. The expanded storyline provides a great backdrop for the property's addictive gameplay loop, and a wealth of new content, coupled with some thoughtful tweaks and additional features, gives returning players more than enough reason to renew their slaying license. Koei Tecmo's creation is starting to truly blossom with this enhanced re-release, and we can't wait to see where it goes next.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Toukiden is a fine game that monster hunting game fans will enjoy even without the depth they may be used to. This is also a great introduction to the genre for players not familiar with Monster Hunter. I say give this a shot, it's pretty great especially with some friends.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Fans of the hunting genre or anyone looking to dip their toes in it will find a fantastic game in Toukiden: Kiwami with dozens of hours to sink into.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“If you're pining for a Monster Hunter style game on console or simply waiting for Dragon's Dogma Online or Deep Down to come along, Toukiden Kiwami offers more than just a stopgap. Although still in its infancy, the IP is certainly going places. It will be interesting to see what Omega Force will do next when, hopefully, it decides to launch a sequel.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“The PlayStation 4 may never get a real Monster Hunter game but this portable remaster is the next best thing, and a useful improvement on the PS Vita original.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Toukiden Kiwami is a solid expansion on Age of Demons, and a reasonable facsimile to Monster Hunter should the 3DS entry not be your bag. But it does need to be treated as the remaster it ultimately is, and really isn't worth it for veterans.”
read full review ↗ - 79
“It's a great romp in the HD realm if you have a monster hunter itch. This "definitive" edition has its share of problems, but is still great fun. Most of the issues grow from the fact that its mostly a clone of a largely popular and well received game. Should you get this? Depends how far you are willing to go for your MH itch.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“If you are looking to invest in a current generation hunting game that offers fast, fluid combat and amazing monster designs, then Toukiden: Kiwami is a great recommendation for existing fans or newcomers to the genre.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“No other game on the Playstation 4 or Vita offers what this game has: epic battles against gargantuan beasts”
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Metro GameCentral
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DarkZero
GameSpew…and 17 more tracked reviews.
Patch history
- アップデート情報/Update Information 1.1.0 (2015/10/29)Oct 29, 2015
- アップデート情報/Update Information 1.1.0 (2015/10/29)Oct 29, 2015
- アップデート情報/Update Information 1.0.6 (2015/08/28)Aug 28, 2015
- アップデート情報/Update Information 1.0.6 (2015/08/28)Aug 28, 2015
- アップデート情報/Update Information 1.0.5 (2015/08/20)Aug 20, 2015significant · resets scoring window
- アップデート情報/Update Information 1.0.5 (2015/08/20)Aug 20, 2015
- アップデート情報/Update Information 1.0.2 (2015/06/29)Jun 29, 2015
- アップデート情報/Update Information 1.0.2 (2015/06/29)Jun 29, 2015
- アップデート情報/Update Information 1.0.1 (2015/06/26)Jun 26, 2015
- アップデート情報/Update Information 1.0.1 (2015/06/26)Jun 26, 2015