 He stated that while the band was doing a lot of experimenting, something was still missing, but continued that newcomers would probably find the album quite interesting and original.Trey Spencer of Sputnikmusic described the album as a blend of elements from many of their previous albums, and also said it would be a good first album for new listeners to buy.Erika Szabo of "Rocknworld" said, "Skinny Puppy provides listeners with more of the same thing with the slightest of changes".