Gamer Reviews — c'est les joueurs qui en parlent le mieux !

Syntheses generated by statistical aggregation of player reviews.

FREN
← Back to catalog
Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 or higher Processeur : 2.0 Ghz 64-bit Intel-compatible Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : OpenGL 3.0 or DirectX 11 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 600 MB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Arcadie II: Cold Lands

⚔️ Compare View on Steam ↗
Released June 18, 2026
sample: 106 reviews posted after launch (88 AI-classified)
77/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 84 % · 106 reviews (« Very Positive »)
12,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The narrative, rich in romance and intricate writing, dominates the conversation around Arcadie II: Cold Lands. Overall, the title carries a Very Positive label on Steam, with 84% of the 106 post‑release reviews rating it positively.

What it's about: You are the Monarch. Choose between diplomacy and tyranny. Romance allies or enemies. Your decisions define your rule and the fate of those closest to you in this character-driven interactive tale.

In-game

Screenshot Arcadie II: Cold LandsScreenshot Arcadie II: Cold LandsScreenshot Arcadie II: Cold LandsScreenshot Arcadie II: Cold LandsScreenshot Arcadie II: Cold LandsScreenshot Arcadie II: Cold Lands
« None of the routes ended how I expected which was fun and slightly traumatizing lol. Amazing game! 100/10 Hoping for more in the future!<3 »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 33 h played1
« Good continuation from the previous game, enjoyed the story and decisions. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 7 h played
« Lovely game with gorgeous writing and characters just like the first. I'm hoping for a third! »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 9 h played
« Stan for Stan. Writting is good but i have a feeling that its much more streamlined than the original. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 10 h played
« sat here and blasted through it in 4 hours. this ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ WHIPS i'm going nuts actually »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 24 h played
« Loved the first edition so i had high hopes for this one, this however felt lacking. As mentioned in other reviews, this feels more like a released demo or teaser for a bigger story rather than standing on its own. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 2 h played
« Compared to the first game, I expected more from the features and length. Disappointing. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 4 h played
« Very well-done and super in depth. I loved the story and how we get to see the romances progress. Stanislas's route was amazing. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 28 h played
« It's a good game. though a bit one the short side. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 12 h played

In players' words

« None of the routes ended how I expected which was fun and slightly traumatizing lol. Amazing game! 100/10 Hoping for more in the future!<3 »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 33 h played1
« Loved the first edition so i had high hopes for this one, this however felt lacking. As mentioned in other reviews, this feels more like a released demo or teaser for a bigger story rather than standing on its own. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 2 h played
« Good continuation from the previous game, enjoyed the story and decisions. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 7 h played
« Compared to the first game, I expected more from the features and length. Disappointing. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 4 h played
« Lovely game with gorgeous writing and characters just like the first. I'm hoping for a third! »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 9 h played
« Very well-done and super in depth. I loved the story and how we get to see the romances progress. Stanislas's route was amazing. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 28 h played
« Stan for Stan. Writting is good but i have a feeling that its much more streamlined than the original. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 10 h played
« It's a good game. though a bit one the short side. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 12 h played
« sat here and blasted through it in 4 hours. this ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ WHIPS i'm going nuts actually »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 24 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Story / writing
82 % pos · n=79
Content / longevity
71 % pos · n=48
Gameplay
31 % pos · n=13
Audio / music
92 % pos · n=13
Graphics / art
80 % pos · n=10
Interface / UX
62 % pos · n=8
Performance
17 % pos · n=6
Value for money
17 % pos · n=6
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing7965212
Content / longevity4834311
Gameplay13409
Audio / music131210
Graphics / art10820
Interface / UX8503
Performance6105
Value for money6105

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 10 h on median; those who dislike it: 3.8 h.

<2h
40 % (n=5)
2-10h
77 % (n=52)
10-25h
95 % (n=40)
>25h
100 % (n=9)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,4 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 21 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 27 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

No indexed video for this game yet.

See Arcadie II: Cold Lands videos on YouTube →

This game on Twitch

No stream or clip for this game right now.

See Arcadie II: Cold Lands streams on Twitch →

Strengths

  • Story shines with 65 positive mentions out of 79 total
  • Graphics earn 8 positive mentions out of 10, with no outright negatives
  • Audio receives 12 positive mentions out of 13, only one mixed comment
  • Content depth is praised in 34 positive mentions out of 48
  • Players who log 10 + hours are especially satisfied – 40 reviews in the 10‑25 h bucket are 95% positive and the 9 reviews beyond 25 h are 100% positive

Weaknesses

  • Gameplay draws more criticism than praise, 9 negative versus 4 positive mentions out of 13
  • Performance is a pain point, with 5 negative and only 1 positive mention out of 6
  • Price is seen as steep, 5 negative versus 1 positive mention out of 6
  • UI garners 3 negative mentions out of 8 total feedback points

Who is it for?

Players who value deep storytelling, romantic subplots, and atmospheric audio‑visual design will find Arcadie II: Cold Lands compelling, especially those who enjoy indie RPGs with rich writing.

Is Arcadie II: Cold Lands worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 84% of 106 Steam reviews are positive (player score 77/100). Most-praised strength: Story shines. Current price: 12,99€.

Verdict

Arcadie II: Cold Lands delivers a story‑driven experience that resonates strongly with its audience, reflected in its high overall approval. Technical hiccups and uneven gameplay detract for some, but the immersive narrative and polished presentation make it a worthwhile adventure for fans of narrative‑focused RPGs.

Display this score

This game's player score, as a badge you can embed on your site or page.

Show the badge and the embed code
Arcadie II: Cold Lands: 77/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

Most frequent keywords

romance (16)écriture (14)choix (7)intrigue (6)recommandation (5)stan_route (5)cliffhanger (5)suite (4)hype (4)relations (4)longueur (4)immersion (4)

Similar games