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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) | – | 81 | 21 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 91% | 85 | 1000 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 92% | 86 | 7 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 21 reviews sampled · 18 total reviews in window · weighted 10.8 up / 1 down · computed 4h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (39)
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
“Whether you're pedaling down tight paths with little margin for error, catching air off natural stone ramps, or getting a quicker than expected reprieve by cruising over a railed bridge, Lonely Mountains: Downhill delivers a challenging, yet remarkably calming, experience. Don't let a few miscues prevent you from checking this one out; it's a game worth mastering.”
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- 90
“An exquisite bike racer-cum-trials game with tight controls, varied courses, and uniquely zen-like presentation. At once calming and demanding, Lonely Mountains: Downhill looks and feels like no other game on the eShop. Barring one or two disappointing technical issues, it's an absolute freewheeling delight.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“The team at Megagon Industries nailed the feeling of climbing down a mountain. It’s not only about the challenge, its about the nooks and crannies, the wind, the birds. A game that’s both equally charming and very inviting for those who are into leaderboards challenges.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“If there was a major genre on Switch to argue may be the worst represented, whether AAA titles or indies, it could be sports...”
read full review ↗ - 90
“The few performance issues aren't enough to keep Lonely Mountains: Downhill from being a must-have for Switch owners, whether a racing fan or not. The result of this masterful mix of the beauty and serenity of nature, and the gripping challenge of extreme mountain biking, is a genuine classic, one with an insane replay value hidden behind its simple concept.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“This is a very different kind of two-wheeled platforming to the recent Trials Rising, but it scratches the same kind of itch, arguably more effectively, too.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Lonely Mountains: Downhill delivers a minimalist but deeply satisfying mountain‑biking experience, where finding daring shortcuts and mastering tight controls becomes its own addictive puzzle. Despite occasional performance hiccups on Switch, the game’s blend of calm exploration and high‑stakes speed runs makes it a uniquely compelling ride.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Lonely Mountains: Downhill is, most likely, the best BMX game released in the last few years. The attention to details is commendable and, despite some flaws, the gorgeous atmosphere and fun gameplay stand out.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Arcade elegance meshes perfectly with a glorious wilderness”
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“A perfectly executed simple idea offering relaxing and challenging experience.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Lonely Mountains: Downhill is a new, minimalist kind of extreme sports experience. Whether you're popping on for a quick run or spending longer riding across numerous mountains, Lonely Mountains provides a challenging but ultimately relaxing experience.”
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Patch history
- Daily Rides - Scoring ChangesOct 11, 2023
- 2nd free DLC is out now!May 23, 2022
- Version 1.3.3 released!Mar 9, 2022
- Version 1.3.2 released!Feb 21, 2022
- Version 1.3.1 released!Dec 17, 2021significant · resets scoring window
- Hotfix 1.2.4Jul 13, 2021
- Major Update - Daily Ride Modifiers introduced with season 7: Summer StrollsJul 8, 2021significant · resets scoring window
- Version 1.2.0 Released!Apr 27, 2021
- Patch Notes v1.1.9Feb 5, 2021significant · resets scoring window
- Version 1.0.5. released!Mar 21, 2020
- Version 1.0.4 released!Feb 27, 2020significant · resets scoring window
- Version 1.0.3 released!Dec 16, 2019
- Version 1.0.1 releasedNov 4, 2019