Vertigo 2 | VGC Score 88

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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)	–	79	11
All-time Steam reviews	95%	90	1000
Metacritic user ratings	–	–	0
Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted)	93%	87	89
Calibration prior (typical game)	–	72	50

Acclaim gate: the raw blend lands at 88.7, but scores above 88 must be earned in front of a mass audience; this verdict rests on 2,745 player reviews, a largely self-selected fanbase. As more players weigh in, the ceiling rises (full scale unlocks at 100,000 reviews).

Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Apr 1, 2026) · 89 reviews sampled · 73 total reviews in window · weighted 66 up / 5.2 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →

Press & Creators reviews (14)

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
Push Square
trust 69Jan 10, 2024
“What a pleasant surprise Vertigo 2 has turned out to be. Waking up in a cell, held captive by the omnipotent, and possibly sinister, Brian, you are eventually let loose to explore a massive scientific facility housing a quantum reactor. The similarities to Half-Life are striking and immediate, but dev Zulubo hasn’t shied away from this, and the results are spectacular.”
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80
Enternity.gr
trust 68May 3, 2024
“Those who own the PS VR2 want to have the opportunity to play a good first person shooter, they will have a really good time with Vertigo 2 and even more so than they originally did.”
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85
SECTOR.sk
trust 66Mar 4, 2024
“Vertigo 2 is a beautifully quirky and genuinely fun action-adventure game that you'll enjoy on your first playthrough, and can return to again and again for slightly different experiences. It's a shame, of course, that there are a few minor niggles, and that the game might run out of steam towards the end.”
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80
Irish Independent
trust 65Feb 2, 2024
“Once you temper your expectations, it looks more like a last-generation title than the hard realism of Half-Life: Alyx, Vertigo 2 packs enough thrills to justify its mid-range price tag.”
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60
TheSixthAxis
trust 65Jan 24, 2024
“Vertigo 2 is a decent and lengthy VR shooter, but it comes up short when compared to other PSVR 2 games. It's a big game by a solo developer, filled with varied environments, weapons and enemies, but it's just not as refined as the best VR games. Still, it's well worth a look if you fancy a bit of a VR shooter romp.”
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90
Use a Potion
trust 59Jan 17, 2024
“Vertigo 2 easily stands out as one of the most impressive releases on PlayStation VR 2, with its action-packed adventure offering a wonderful world to explore, zany storytelling, and thrilling shootouts. I’ll admit, I didn’t even know the game existed before playing, but it didn’t take long to hook me in with its intuitive design and exciting gameplay mechanics. It’s really, REALLY good. I mentioned that PlayStation VR 2 didn’t have many must-play games at the start of this review, but believe me, Vertigo 2 is one title you won’t want to miss.”
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85
GAMES.CH
trust 57Feb 9, 2024
“Vertigo 2 is an entertaining, colorful and over-the-top trip through a half-life-esque world. A wide variety of enemies, ambiguous dialog and cracking boss fights make it a must-have for VR fans.”
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70
Gaming Nexus
trust 55Jan 16, 2024
“A sci-fi shooter with a strong reputation, Vertigo 2 doesn’t move the needle strongly one way or the other. It’s a lengthy outing by VR standards, so there is some bang for your buck, but it simply doesn’t do enough to standout on PS VR2.”
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75
Console-Tribe
trust 53Jan 23, 2024
“The PSVR2 version of Vertigo 2 almost stumbled at the finish line, but a timely delay allowed Zulubo Productions to deliver a fun and multifaceted first-person adventure. It's a long and rewarding title with an enviable pace and structure. While the code still has some issues, the overall experience is interesting and satisfying. A must-try for PSVR2 owners.”
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90
God is a Geek
trust 49Jan 10, 2024
“Vertigo 2 is a charming game which had me itching to play more, with great writing and replayability. ”
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78
COGconnected
trust 47Jan 16, 2024
“Vertigo 2 is packed with great ideas. Being built specifically for VR, there is a nice layer of tactility with the inventory and reload systems. There are plenty of wonderful set pieces that make a bunch of memorable moments throughout the well-paced campaign. Although the visuals are dated and bugs will crop up from time to time, it’s still a wonderful, ambitious game.”
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90
GameOver.gr
trust 46Jan 11, 2024
“Vertigo 2 is undoubtedly one of the standout games for PlayStation VR 2 and a must-play for shooter fans. It's safe to say that until Half-Life: Alyx arrives on PlayStation 5, this is the next best option for a story-driven shooter.”
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…and 2 more tracked reviews.

Patch history

April 1 Update
Apr 1, 2026significant · resets scoring window
1/21 patch
Jan 21, 2026
Winter Holidays Update
Dec 16, 2025
12/8 patch
Dec 8, 2025
10/3 patch
Oct 3, 2025
9/23 Patch
Sep 23, 2025
6/11 Patch
Jun 11, 2025significant · resets scoring window
Encyclopedia hotfix
Jun 6, 2025
DLC Localization Update
Jun 5, 2025
Into the Aether Soundtrack Now Available!
May 8, 2025
5/6 Patch
May 6, 2025
5/2 Patch
May 2, 2025
5/1 Patch
May 1, 2025
4/28 Patch
Apr 29, 2025
4/25 Hotfix
Apr 25, 2025
12/8 patch
Dec 8, 2024
8/17 Patch
Aug 17, 2024
4/15 patch
Apr 15, 2024
4/12 Patch
Apr 12, 2024
4/1 patch
Apr 2, 2024
3/24 Patch
Mar 25, 2024
1/18 patch!
Jan 18, 2024
Localization update - new languages!
Jan 4, 2024
12/7 patch
Dec 8, 2023
12/4 patch
Dec 4, 2023
11/27 Update
Nov 27, 2023
11/10 hotfix
Nov 11, 2023
Vertigo 2 Bottomless Update
Nov 10, 2023significant · resets scoring window
Vertigo 2 Bottomless Update: Coming November 10th
Nov 3, 2023significant · resets scoring window
7/5 Patch
Jul 5, 2023
6/28 patch
Jun 28, 2023
6/21 Patch
Jun 22, 2023
6/14 patch
Jun 15, 2023
6/8 Patch
Jun 9, 2023
5/22 Patch
May 23, 2023
Addressable Assets Update
May 22, 2023
Spanish, French, and German Localization Update!
May 13, 2023
Story Mode Update
Apr 25, 2023significant · resets scoring window
4/15 patch
Apr 15, 2023
4/13 update
Apr 13, 2023

…and 12 earlier patch announcements.