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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) | – | 75 | 26 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 68% | 66 | 416 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 75% | 71 | 95 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Jul 31, 2026) · 85 reviews sampled · 95 total reviews in window · weighted 54.1 up / 17.9 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (13)
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.
- 85
“The House Flipper Remastered Collection is undoubtedly the most comprehensive edition of this game. If you don’t own the original House Flipper, or if you have the base game with maybe one or two expansions at most, it’s definitely worth the investment. However, if you’ve had the full first-game package in your collection for a long time, I’d pause for a moment and seriously consider whether to buy it. At its core, it’s simply a remaster. It’s prettier, with better animations and a few new features, but in terms of gameplay and content, there are no major innovations here. It’s simply a more beautiful, more complete, and polished version of what we already know so well. I had a great time playing it and recommend this game to anyone who hasn’t had a chance to play it yet.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“House Flipper Remastered Collection delivers the complete experience with all DLC in one affordable package, featuring clear visual and UI improvements that enhance gameplay and bring it closer to the sequel. Despite some minor bugs and technical issues, they don’t significantly affect the overall experience, which remains a strong simulation with great creative freedom for renovating and designing properties.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“House Flipper Remastered Collection lives up to its promise of being the definitive version. The game succeeds in delivering a relaxing journey focused on home renovation, further expanding the possibilities with activities such as gardening and cooking thanks to the DLCs included in this edition.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“The House Flipper Remastered Collection offers a complete edition of the game, featuring all the DLC released to date and new storylines. The content is the main strength of this edition, because when it comes to technical improvements, one gets the impression that not everything went to plan. Of course, it’s not a botched job, but it’s not perfect either.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“This complete edition of the virtual cleaning and handyman game will have you reaching for your virtual mop once again. New players will appreciate the wealth of content, which includes all the add-ons.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“House Flipper Remastered Collection is a rich, generous and content-filled remaster that manages to further enhance a formula that is still surprisingly effective today.”
read full review ↗ - 66
“Is this collection worth it, then? I’ll give it the benefit of the doubt, partly because both the developer and publisher have stepped up the pace of repairs, as well as communication with the outside world. The remastered version contains numerous small improvements, but at €49.99, the collection’s price is on the high side. Fortunately, for the complete package on Xbox Series consoles, you don’t even need to reserve thirty gigabytes on your hard drive. If you’re looking for something different amidst the vast array of open-world games, such as a certain game from the studio Pearl Abyss, House Flipper Remastered might be for you. You can safely wait a few more months for the remaining flaws in the collection, but for a quick side project, this package is by no means unpleasant. House prices aren't realistic, but neither have they been in real life for years considering what you get. Ultimately, it’s up to the gamer, but I personally enjoy picking this up in between other games.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“"The most complete and comfortable version" House Flipper Remastered Collection offers the best possible version of the original House Flipper, combining years of expansions and improvements into one richly packed package. The joy of renovating, designing, and rebuilding houses can still captivate players for hours thanks to its relaxed and satisfying gameplay and wide variety of activities. While technical issues and some outdated systems prevent it from reaching the level of House Flipper 2, it remains an excellent choice for anyone looking for a complete, content-rich home simulation experience with great value for money.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“House Flipper Remastered gains some new jank that replaces existing jank found in the original, and I'm okay with that. It feels like going back home.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Cozy simulation experience revamped for PlayStation 5”
read full review ↗ - 80
“House Flipper Remastered Collection bundles eight years of content into one generous package, but technical rough edges prevent it from fully delivering on its promise of a definitive edition.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“House Flipper Remastered Collection is as fun as ever, and an incredible amount of content. From raising puppies to mowing the lawn, cleaning up rusty toilets, to sanding down anchors, there's nothing else quite like it.”
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…and 1 more tracked reviews.
Patch history
- Real Studio Pets & New Quality of Life Patch! 🐾Jul 31, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- 🧙Alchemist's Bunker Update & First Ever Discount!Jul 23, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- Hotfix #9.0: Workshop Overhaul, Photo Customization & Stability Upgrades!Jun 30, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- Hotfix #8: Smarter Tiling & Hammering!Jun 26, 2026
- Community Items Are Here + Hotfix #4!Jun 11, 2026
- House Flipper Remastered Collection - Hotfix Update & Workshop Guide! 🛠️Jun 5, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- House Flipper Remastered Playtests are LIVE!Mar 30, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- Wrapping Up the Demo - Announcing the PlaytestsMar 9, 2026significant · resets scoring window
