Crimson Moon review: ratings, Metacritic status, and is it good?
Crimson Moon is worth considering if you want a three-mission run ending in a World Boss and optional two-player co-op. Hotfix 1.0.2 has shipped, but the developer still cautions against switching devices for the same save, and a co-op gear-reset report is being investigated. This source-based buyer review weighs those changes; it is not a hands-on performance test.
Crimson Moon ratings and Metacritic status
Storefront ratings are time-sensitive signals, not permanent scores. The values below are snapshots checked on September 3, 2026 and should be rechecked after new reviews or patches.
| Source | Observed signal | How to read it |
|---|---|---|
| Steam · PC | Mixed; 59% positive in the checked page view | Useful for launch sentiment, but the percentage and review count change continuously. |
| PlayStation Store · US | 4.31 / 5 from 891 ratings | A platform-specific player rating; it is not directly comparable to Steam’s recommendation percentage. |
| Metacritic | No reliable Metascore used | The accessible same-name entry contains conflicting game details, so publishing its score would risk attributing another or incorrect record to this title. |
For the live sources, check the Steam store and reviews ↗ (external; new tab) and the US PlayStation Store listing ↗ (external; new tab). Ratings can differ by platform, region, audience, and review timing.
Crimson Moon’s strongest reasons to play
A clear gothic action-RPG identity
The official store presents melee combat, supernatural powers, angelic transformations, missions, and Dead Gods encounters as the core loop. Players who want a dark fantasy action game with a focused premise know what kind of experience they are buying.
See the weapons guideSolo or two-player co-op
The official listings support single-player and optional online co-op for up to two players. That makes the game easier to fit around a friend’s schedule, while the co-op issue list means online buyers should check the current support notes.
Read the co-op guideA lower launch price than a full-price blockbuster
The Standard Edition launched at a US base price of $19.99. That price changes the buying question: a player who accepts some launch roughness may see enough value in the combat and run structure, while a player expecting a highly polished AAA-style finish may not.
Compare editionsWhat changed after launch?
The official 1.0.2 release notes ↗ (external; new tab) confirm a substantial released update across saves, co-op, combat, controls and performance. This replaces the old September target; it is not a hands-on verdict that every configuration is now stable.
- One-device players: there are released save fixes, but no guarantee of recovery for existing losses. Follow backup and device-switching guidance.
- Co-op players: join and Lore Scroll fixes are documented; later gear-reset reports mean interrupted runs still need caution.
- Controls-first buyers: keyboard remapping exists. Full controller remapping remains part of planned 1.1 work, rather than a feature established by the 1.0.2 menu fixes.
Patch 1.1 remains planned for October in the checked release message. The October 2 follow-up says it is next, but does not give an exact day. See what is still pending before buying for a future feature.
Is Crimson Moon worth buying now?
Consider it for the run structure: returning to the hub between missions does not start a fresh run. You can change found equipment during that run, while your starting Loadout Station stays locked until the run ends. If building around drops over several missions appeals to you, this is a more useful reason to buy than the gothic presentation alone.
Wait if controller remapping is essential. Its move to 1.1 means a purchase today must work with the current controls. Keyboard users have a different situation: basic rebinding already exists.
For a co-op purchase, check your exact platform pair and tolerance for interruption. The released fixes help identify which problems were addressed, but a post-1.0.2 gear-reset report makes uninterrupted and resumed play different risk cases. See hosting and joining steps.
If switching the same save between devices is essential, consider waiting. The developer still recommends staying on one device while further save work is pending. Published fixes support a better-informed decision than the launch issue list, but they are not a benchmark or proof that save-loss risk is gone. The $19.99 Standard price discussed above is the US launch base price; check your storefront’s current regional price.
Crimson Moon review FAQ
Steam labeled the game Mixed and displayed 59% positive in the page snapshot checked on September 3, 2026. The review count and percentage change as new reviews arrive.
A reliable Metascore for the ProbablyMonsters game was not verified in this check. The accessible same-name entry contains conflicting game details, so its score is not used here.
On September 3, 2026, the US PlayStation Store listed 4.31/5 from 891 ratings. This is a historical snapshot, not today’s PS5 score. That is a useful PS5-specific signal, but it does not replace checking the current issue list or the experience you want from the game.
Consider it for its run-based builds and two-player co-op if the current controls suit you. Wait if controller remapping or stronger evidence of save and connection stability is essential; further fixes are planned, not guaranteed.
Follow released and planned fixes
Crimson Moon Patch Notes & official roadmap: 1.0.1, 1.0.2 and 1.1 — Check released 1.0.2 fixes, remaining issues and what is planned for Patch 1.1.
Further reference: Steam Community reviews ↗ (external; new tab) · Official Known Issues ↗ (external; new tab) · ProbablyMonsters game page ↗ (external; new tab).