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Last Epoch

Last Epoch

Eleventh Hour Games · released Feb 20, 2024

ActionAdventureIndieRPGPCPlayStation 5

Uncover the Past, Reforge the Future. Ascend into one of 15 mastery classes and explore dangerous dungeons, hunt epic loot, craft legendary weapons, and wield the power of over a hundred transformative skill trees. Last Epoch is being developed by a team of passionate Action RPG enthusiasts.

Steam page ↗OpenCritic ↗Metacritic 80 · users 6.1 ↗
71
VGC Score
▲Improvinghigh confidence

anchored at patch: “Last Epoch 1.4.7 Patch Notes” (3mo ago)

66%
At launch
77%
Steam all-time
80%
Press
70%
Player sentiment
74%
Recent sentiment

Screenshots & trailers

What players say

Why the number is what it is: aspect mentions counted across 298 sampled Steam reviews (198 positive / 100 negative), recent and most-helpful. Plain keyword counting, fully reproducible; nothing here is written by a machine.

What positive reviews talk about

  • Progression & loot22% mention it
  • Story & writing16% mention it
  • Visuals & art8% mention it
  • Difficulty & balance7% mention it
  • Combat5% mention it

What negative reviews complain about

  • Story & writing23% mention it
  • Bugs & crashes17% mention it
  • Progression & loot14% mention it
  • Visuals & art9% mention it
  • Monetization8% mention it

Satisfaction by hours played

Same score, different games: see how sentiment holds up the longer people play.

Under 5h

42%

31 reviews

5-15h

79%

39 reviews

15-40h

68%

50 reviews

40-100h

72%

58 reviews

100h+

65%

120 reviews

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.

ComponentPositiveQuality (0-100)Weight (pseudo-reviews)
Press reviews (OpenCritic)–8039
All-time Steam reviews77%721073
Metacritic user ratings–62114
Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted)74%70601
Calibration prior (typical game)–7250

Scoring window: since the last significant patch (May 13, 2026) · 300 reviews sampled · 601 total reviews in window · weighted 194 up / 68.2 down · computed 3h ago · full methodology →

Press & Creators reviews (40)

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
    GamesHedgeGamesHedge
    trust 78Feb 20, 2024

    “Last Epoch may not have a AAA brand name attached to it, but the level of optimization and content found in the game takes it beyond what most AAA developers deliver today. While a lot of players are already comparing it with Diablo 4 and Path of Exile, it may not have the complexity level of Path of Exile, but it easily overtakes Diablo 4 in my eyes to sit below Path of Exile in the top three ARPG spots. The accessible skill trees, diverse classes to play around, and tons of loot keep things interesting long after you have completed the main story. I would appreciate it if Last Epoch received more Endgame content in the coming months, but even if it stays the same, there is enough to keep you busy for tons of hours. If you are tired of Diablo 4, jump into Last Epoch, and you will have a solid time exploring dungeons, collecting loot, and creating some epic builds. Highly recommended for ARPG fans, even if you are just curious to explore this genre.”

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  • 80
    KakuchopureiKakuchopurei
    trust 71Mar 9, 2024

    “Let's just say that with all that's on tap here and experienced for 20+ hours, I'll be sticking around for this timesink.”

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  • 78
    PC InvasionPC Invasion
    trust 69Mar 1, 2024

    “Last Epoch delivers an innovative ARPG experience with exceptional build customization and accessible crafting, bolstered by its refreshing time travel mechanic. However, a weak narrative, limited character customization, and repetitive endgame loop somewhat hold it back.”

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  • 70
    Geeks & ComGeeks & Com
    trust 69Apr 6, 2024

    “All in all, Last Epoch is a decent experience, but nothing more. We particularly appreciate the customization of our characters' abilities and the management of the numerous upgrade systems. On the other hand, the game never manages to shake off the impression of déjà vu it leaves us with. The insipid narrative and its generic bestiary, but above all the game's inability to make us feel competent and powerful, mar our desire to play again. Both in the short and long term.”

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  • 90
    LevelUpLevelUp
    trust 69Mar 19, 2024

    “Eleventh Hour Games proves with Lost Epoch that greatness can be attained through perseverance, passion, and a clear vision. From the get-go, the game stands shoulder to shoulder with the best in the ARPG genre. It offers hours of high-quality entertainment, featuring deep character progression, diverse gameplay systems, and plenty of fun and challenge. Lost Epoch delivers everything you'd expect from this type of game and more.”

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  • 75
    INVENINVEN
    trust 67Feb 28, 2024

    “Last Epoch is a quarter-view ARPG designed for genre enthusiasts who may have grown weary of games that are either too easy or too difficult. While the game proves itself by providing immense core gameplay built over its five-year early access, the unstable online server and the worst-ever Korean localization hinders the overall experience.”

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  • 60
    EurogamerEurogamer
    trust 66Feb 21, 2024

    “A versatile build system allows for experiments with deep skill trees and unusual crafting mechanics - but after the initial excitement of creating those builds, momentum fades. ”

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  • 80
    MonsterVineMonsterVine
    trust 65Mar 12, 2024

    “Finally, a good action RPG.”

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  • 85
    GameSkinnyGameSkinny
    trust 65Mar 13, 2024

    “Last Epoch is an impressive aRPG that features a web of interconnected systems and activities. The game's time in Steam Early Access served its purpose and, rough launch and some rougher edges notwithstanding, it delivers a smooth and enjoyable experience. Not as simple as Diablo 4, and not as complex as Path of Exile, Last Epoch has something for everyone, from the casual dungeon divers to the minmax lovers ready to chase that elusive stat.”

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  • 87
    GamerskyGamersky
    trust 64Mar 5, 2024

    “Last Epoch's few flaws come from it being the first project by an indie team. These include long loading times for maps, server overloads causing wait times to log in, and missing translations and some bugs. But beyond these issues, the game is very rich and extremely fun, reminding me of the excitement of playing Diablo-like games for the first time.”

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  • 60
    PC GamerPC Gamer
    trust 64Feb 21, 2024

    “With its emphasis on crafting and trading rather than action, Last Epoch puts the cart before the horse.”

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  • 85
    MMORPG.comMMORPG.com
    trust 63Mar 8, 2024

    “All things considered, Last Epoch is in a good place a couple of weeks after its launch. With the launch issues mostly in the rearview, EHG can now focus on fixing bugs, sifting through player feedback, and putting together a plan for the future. I’m not a Traveler in real life, so I can’t tell you exactly what the future holds for EHG and Last Epoch, but I suspect that Last Epoch will be the go-to ARPG for many gamers. Will it become the best ARPG of all time? Maybe, maybe not, but I doubt that Last Epoch is just the next Steam flash-in-the-pan success that will be forgotten in a few weeks. No, I believe Last Epoch has what it takes to withstand the tests of time.”

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…and 28 more tracked reviews.

Patch history

  1. Last Epoch 1.4.7 Patch Notes
    May 13, 2026significant · resets scoring window
  2. Eterra Monthly: April Edition 2026
    May 1, 2026significant · resets scoring window
  3. Last Epoch Patch 1.4.6 Notes
    Apr 29, 2026significant · resets scoring window
  4. Last Epoch Patch 1.4.5 Notes
    Apr 22, 2026significant · resets scoring window
  5. Last Epoch Patch 1.4.4 Notes
    Apr 16, 2026significant · resets scoring window
  6. Last Epoch Patch 1.4.3 Notes
    Apr 8, 2026significant · resets scoring window
  7. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.4.2.2 Notes
    Apr 2, 2026
  8. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.4.2.1 Notes
    Apr 2, 2026
  9. Last Epoch Patch 1.4.2 Notes
    Apr 1, 2026significant · resets scoring window
  10. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.4.1.1 Notes
    Mar 29, 2026
  11. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.4.1 Notes
    Mar 28, 2026significant · resets scoring window
  12. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.4.0.1 Notes
    Mar 27, 2026
  13. Season 4 - Shattered Omens is Live Now!
    Mar 26, 2026significant · resets scoring window
  14. Last Epoch: Shattered Omens Patch Notes and Downtime Notice
    Mar 20, 2026
  15. New Items, Animations, and Quality of Life | Coming to Last Epoch March 26
    Mar 19, 2026significant · resets scoring window
  16. New Rogue Skills and Class Updates | Coming to Last Epoch March 26
    Mar 18, 2026significant · resets scoring window
  17. Omen Windows | Coming to Last Epoch March 26
    Mar 16, 2026significant · resets scoring window
  18. Eterra Monthly: Jan. Edition 2026
    Feb 2, 2026significant · resets scoring window
  19. Last Epoch Patch 1.3.6 Notes
    Oct 16, 2025
  20. Eterra Monthly: Sept. Edition 2025
    Oct 1, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  21. Last Epoch Patch 1.3.5 Notes
    Sep 24, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  22. Last Epoch Patch 1.3.4 Notes
    Sep 17, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  23. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.3.3.1 Notes
    Sep 10, 2025
  24. Last Epoch Patch 1.3.3 Notes
    Sep 10, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  25. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.3.2.1 Notes
    Sep 4, 2025
  26. Last Epoch Patch 1.3.2 Notes
    Sep 3, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  27. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.3.1.1 Notes
    Aug 28, 2025
  28. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.3.1 Notes
    Aug 28, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  29. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.3.0.5 Notes
    Aug 26, 2025
  30. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.3.0.4 Notes
    Aug 24, 2025
  31. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.3.0.3 Notes
    Aug 24, 2025
  32. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.3.0.2 Notes
    Aug 23, 2025
  33. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.3.0.1 Notes
    Aug 22, 2025
  34. Season 3 - Beneath Ancient Skies is Live Now!
    Aug 21, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  35. Last Epoch: Beneath Ancient Skies Patch Notes & Downtime Notice
    Aug 15, 2025
  36. Quality of Life & Minion AI | Coming to Last Epoch August 21st
    Aug 14, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  37. Primal Hunt | Coming to Last Epoch August 21st
    Aug 11, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  38. Eterra Monthly: July. Edition 2025
    Aug 1, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  39. Last Epoch Hotfix 1.2.6.3 Notes
    Jul 23, 2025
  40. Eterra Monthly: June. Edition 2025
    Jul 1, 2025significant · resets scoring window

…and 35 earlier patch announcements.