Incident taxonomy
Tags
ReviewBomb uses canonical tags to classify the underlying cause of each review incident. Tags are assigned manually or automatically based on trigger pattern, metadata, and editorial context.
Controversy over kernel-level or otherwise invasive anti-cheat software
Controversy over content moderation, forced content changes, or region-locked editions
Positive or negative sentiment spike driven by a community-organized event, raid, or campaign
Backlash triggered by removal of content or features post-launch
Backlash over digital rights management, always-online requirements, or license revocation
Sentiment driven by early access state, missing features, or perceived launch unreadiness
Backlash over microtransactions, DLC pricing, season passes, battle passes, or loot boxes
Negative reaction to a game update, patch, or hotfix reducing quality of life or breaking features
Negative reviews driven by poor PC performance, excessive crashes, or optimization failures at launch
Genuine positive sentiment recovery or rehabilitation after prior backlash — typically post-patch or re-launch
Controversy over launch price, sudden price increases, or unfair regional pricing
Coordinated mass-positive or mass-negative review campaign not reflecting organic sentiment