[15][18][21] The final breakdown of "Slaughterhouse" is heavily influenced by beatdown hardcore;[16] Garris' band, Knocked Loose, has been attributed this label previously.

[22] Knocked Loose would later record their own sequel to the song for their 2024 album You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To, entitled "Slaughterhouse 2" and featuring Motionless.

[23] The album additionally contains nu metal influences[18][24] on certain tracks, such as "Sign of Life", "Cyberhex", and "Scoring the End of the World" all featuring rapping vocals.

[29] Scoring the End of the World is a politically-charged album, with its lyrics touching upon themes such as global warming, corrupt leadership, inequality, and violence.

[26] "Sign of Life", "Cause of Death", "Porcelain", and "Werewolf" collectively have a mental health theme, specifically dealing with internal conflict.

Taylor Markarian from Blabbermouth.net gave the album 7 out of 10 and said: "The big takeaway is that despite how incredible this band can be, they still have not managed to completely weave all of their musical influences together in a way that is unquestionably cohesive.

gave the album 3 out of 5 and stated: "The difference lies not in delivery but in writing, something that MIW have now proved they can get stunningly right – they just need to spend a little longer with that muse.

"[20] Rock 'N' Load praised the album saying, "Motionless In White have crafted truly the best release of their career so far with Scoring the End of the World.