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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) | – | 79 | 6 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 90% | 84 | 248 |
| 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) · 0 reviews sampled · 1 total reviews in window · weighted 0 up / 0 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (22)
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.
- 78
“For puzzle fans, both casual and serious, that are looking for a mind-bending, physics-based experience, Puzzle Dimension fits the bill.”
read full review ↗ - 83
“Puzzle Dimension is one of those puzzle games that is perfect for fans of the genre. It's full of charm and challenge, and some levels are so difficult that it's an incredible rush when they're successfully solved. This is not a game for those looking for a casual mind teaser, but it's just about perfect for those who prefer the difficulty level turned all the way up to eleven. ”
read full review ↗ - 75
“It's the beautiful next-gen graphics, music and sounds which the developers can be proud of showing to people, easy and intuitive controls and an "oldie but goldie" game-idea that will make Puzzle Dimension a 3D puzzle platformer, which will definitely stay without equal for quite a bit of time.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“If you have even a passing interest in the puzzle genre, then this is a title you need to pick up and appreciate.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“If you missed out on one of the finest puzzle games to grace the download scene, then don't make the same mistake twice. Puzzle Dimension demands a place in your heart.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“A simple idea that is acted upon with great focus and substantial ingenuity to produce a complex and compelling puzzle game.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Although Puzzle Dimension really needed online leaderboards and a level editor to make it a complete experience, it's still a fun and engaging game well worth the $10 price tag. The levels are masterfully balanced and the visuals are stirring, making for an impressive overall package. ”
read full review ↗ - 75
“Mental acrobats will get a good workout. [Oct 2011, p.105]”
- 70
“Puzzle Dimension is a beautiful puzzle game where you guide a marble around in a three dimensional labyrinth. The gameplay is good but perhaps a bit too repetitive to be truly great. The PSN version surprisingly lacks online leaderboards, an omission that also subtracts from the overall impression.”
read full review ↗ - 88
“Puzzle Dimension is a highly enjoyable experience that is remarkably beautiful and totally engaging with its challenging puzzles. The puzzle designs are ingenious and sometimes frustrating, but once you solve them its instant gratification. This is Doctor Entertainment's first release and if their next one is as stunning as Puzzle Dimension I will definitely be on the bandwagon. I highly recommend picking up Puzzle Dimension for some pure fun in a dimension all its own.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“In general, a fun game with interesting puzzles, but with its load times and other competition in the market, it might not be worth the $9.99.”
read full review ↗ - 66
“The eye-catching visuals and easy controls might draw anyone in, but if you are not in it for the grinding long-haul, you may want to get your puzzle fix elsewhere.”
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Patch history
- Yet another update released.Nov 9, 2010
- Yet another update released.Nov 9, 2010
- Update released.Oct 26, 2010
- Update released.Oct 26, 2010
- Update released.Oct 4, 2010
- Update released.Oct 4, 2010
- New update available.Aug 3, 2010
- New update available.Aug 3, 2010