The website ultimately called it an "unexpected and interesting change for the band, with some fierce and engaging material." Canadian journalist Martin Popoff remarked how the album covered "every facet of stand-alone black metal mayhem" and praised Immortal for playing "the very best no frills black metal on the planet."
The website's review described the album as a significant shift for the band, with its music being intense and engaging. Canadian journalist Martin Popoff praised the album for its raw and powerful sound, highlighting Immortal's mastery of pure black metal.