App review algo change?

Did the app review algorithm change in the last day or so? I’ve been at 5 stars for a long time now, and suddenly it dropped to 4.9 stars. I believe previously it was pulling recent reviews so if I had a lower review, that would change my average. But all my reviews in the last 2.5 years have been 5 stars. So I’m confused as to why my average would drop now.

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They toughened up review criteria in December 2024, making it more difficult to obtain reviews. Not sure if that impacts what you’re noticing…

No, I think it was because I had reviews that were removed even though they were all legit reviews. I tried to talk with Partner Support, but that went nowhere. I’ve continued to get 5-star reviews so my average went back up. It was very odd but nothing I could do about it I guess.