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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) | – | 78 | 7 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 97% | 92 | 1000 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | 91 | 14 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 100% | 96 | 14 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Acclaim gate: the raw blend lands at 91.1, but scores above 88 must be earned in front of a mass audience; this verdict rests on 3,132 player reviews, a largely self-selected fanbase. As more players weigh in, the ceiling rises (full scale unlocks at 100,000 reviews).
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 40 reviews sampled · 34 total reviews in window · weighted 22.8 up / 0.1 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (15)
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
“I really can’t recommend Boomerang Fu enough. At $14.99, it packs a lot of replay value and is one of the stand-out multiplayer games on the Switch. I’d put it up there with other great indie multiplayer co-op games like the Overcooked series and Moving Out (Check out our Overcooked review). If you’re looking for a great, local multiplayer title to play with some friends/family, definitely check out Boomerang Fu.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“With only three modes to choose from, we wish there was a bit more meat on Boomerang Fu’s bones. The Golden Boomerang mode is a welcome change from the standard Deathmatch, but not one that’s going to keep your attention for long, and unfortunately, there’s no story mode or any semblance of plot. There are plenty of gameplay modifiers to alter how the matches play out, but ultimately, Boomerang Fu’s longevity will largely depend on how often you’re able to play local multiplayer rather than against AI bots. Still, it‘s an adorable, hilarious experience that’s great fun in short bursts.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Perfect title for those days when you wish to play some competitive and simple games with your friends. Colorful, fast and fun.”
read full review ↗ - 100
“Boomerang Fu delivers a deliciously smooth combat experience that begs to be shared with friends and family, serving fun and chaos in heaping amounts that will definitely bring you back for seconds and thirds.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“OK, so yeah, it’s another local multiplayer game...”
read full review ↗ - 60
“Boomerang Fu is a simple party game that won't bring much to solo players beyond its simple and intuitive gameplay. Local multiplayer is a completely different matter, though, as its absolutely chaotic sessions add a whole new layer of enjoyment for up to six players, which makes the lack of an online multiplayer component hard to understand. Those who can summon up to five other players and are looking for quick but intense experiences will find something worthy in Boomerang Fu.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Though a lack of online play does hurt the game a bit, Boomerang Fu is a very simple and fun multiplayer game that anyone can easily jump into and enjoy.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Boomerang Fu is a fun little brawler, packing depth and style in equal measure. It’s let down by a lack of online multiplayer, but if you can get a few people together, then this is absolutely worth booting up from time to time.”
read full review ↗ - 71
“It’s the gaming equivalent of a bag of Original Smiths chips, if you bring it to a party you’re not going to blow anyone’s mind, but everyone’s going to want at least a handful.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“A Whimsy party game it makes for a great same couch multiplayer game, push, punish boomerang your opponents it Will bring fun and joy for up to 6 players, however it lacks personaliity specially in it’s maps.”
read full review ↗ - 63
“Boomerang Fu is a small game, it has no big claims and doesn't want to revolutionize anything, it just wants to color a few evenings and make people smile in company. It is a classic party game that you can dust off countless times and that lends itself to all types of players, making it an excellent companion for some fun in a group.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Add in a good number of different arenas as well as a solid mix of power-ups and you have a title that’s well worth trying out at your next games night. It’s just a shame there’s no online play.”
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Patch history
- Update 1.3.7 Patch NotesOct 17, 2025
- Update 1.3.6 Hotfix NotesApr 13, 2025
- Update 1.3.5 Patch NotesMar 29, 2025
- Update 1.3.4 Patch NotesJul 22, 2024
- Update 1.3.3 Patch NotesJun 22, 2024
- Update 1.3.2 Patch NotesJun 12, 2024
- New Hide & Seek ModeJun 11, 2024
- Update 1.2.1 Patch NotesApr 29, 2022
- New Languages and Bug Fixes in Update 1.2.0Nov 16, 2021significant · resets scoring window
- New Decoy Power-Up and Better Bots in Update 1.1.3Jul 30, 2021significant · resets scoring window
- Update 1.1.2 Patch NotesJun 3, 2021significant · resets scoring window
- The Grilling Spree Update is OUT NOWMay 13, 2021
- Adjust the Power-up Spawn Rate in the Latest UpdateDec 7, 2020significant · resets scoring window
- Performance Improvements and Bug Fixes in Update 1.0.7Oct 15, 2020significant · resets scoring window
- New Options and Languages in Update 1.0.6!Aug 22, 2020significant · resets scoring window