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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : 2.4 GHz Dual Core Processor Or Higher Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Must Support DirectX 12 / Vulkan Espace disque : 500 MB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Blood Vial

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Released May 4, 2026
sample: 324 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 324 reviews (« Very Positive »)
5,19€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Blood Vial moves at a blistering pace that hooks players instantly, with 169 users dropping reviews within their first two hours alone. That lightning-fast momentum drives a 96 percent positive approval rating across 324 reviews since launch.

What it's about: BLOOD VIAL is a retro-inspired micro-FPS with a leaking health bar. Swim through the spilled blood of your fallen enemies to keep your vial full. Grow increasingly powerful with new upgrades and weapons. Navigate an ever-shifting labyrinth of crypts, catacombs and cathedrals.

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« Good game, needs more content but solid gameplay loop »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 1 h played1
« insane game, very satisfying and addicting, i fell in love within like half an hour. i really hope they add more content, try it if you have a few bucks and liked ultrakill or just fps/roguelites »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« Je recommande fortement ce jeu ! Les mouvements sont super! J'espère que des combats de boss seront ajoutés au fil du temps. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 1 h played
« Fun gameplay but holy farking shart I need longer runs the game ends after like 15 minutes »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 2 h played
« this game is really good but unfortunately it's extremely short. the gameplay is fun and there is a potential for a great story. it just needs more updates and more content. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 1 h played
« fun, but derivative of Ultrakill with no replay value. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 1 h played
« Straight Cash Grab I will admit, this game is enjoyable but there has been no updates since the release. No announcements since release either but not much content in this game. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 0 h played
« game is good but who thought falling in void = death. There is NO kyote frames as well which makes the forced parkour feel bad, also no content. Good potential tho »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 0 h played
« been following the progress on tiktok and its an amazing game 10/10 hoping for more content in the future:) »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 6 h played
« A competent shooter. Not bad, but I wish there was a little more meat to it »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 1 h played

In players' words

« Good game, needs more content but solid gameplay loop »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 1 h played1
« fun, but derivative of Ultrakill with no replay value. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 1 h played
« insane game, very satisfying and addicting, i fell in love within like half an hour. i really hope they add more content, try it if you have a few bucks and liked ultrakill or just fps/roguelites »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« Straight Cash Grab I will admit, this game is enjoyable but there has been no updates since the release. No announcements since release either but not much content in this game. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 0 h played
« Je recommande fortement ce jeu ! Les mouvements sont super! J'espère que des combats de boss seront ajoutés au fil du temps. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 1 h played
« game is good but who thought falling in void = death. There is NO kyote frames as well which makes the forced parkour feel bad, also no content. Good potential tho »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 0 h played
« Fun gameplay but holy farking shart I need longer runs the game ends after like 15 minutes »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 2 h played
« been following the progress on tiktok and its an amazing game 10/10 hoping for more content in the future:) »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 6 h played
« this game is really good but unfortunately it's extremely short. the gameplay is fun and there is a potential for a great story. it just needs more updates and more content. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 1 h played
« A competent shooter. Not bad, but I wish there was a little more meat to it »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 1 h played

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What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
91 % pos · n=148
Content / longevity
9 % pos · n=122
Value for money
82 % pos · n=44
Graphics / art
92 % pos · n=12
Audio / music
82 % pos · n=11
Story / writing
17 % pos · n=6
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=5
Performance
100 % pos · n=4
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay148135112
Content / longevity122112487
Value for money443626
Graphics / art121110
Audio / music11902
Story / writing6123
Stability / bugs5005
Performance4400
Interface / UX1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 1.9 h on median; those who dislike it: 54 min.

🪤 69 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
95 % (n=169)
2-10h
97 % (n=137)
10-25h
100 % (n=14)
>25h
100 % (n=4)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
May 2026 : 96% positive96MayJun 2026 : 94% positive94JunJul 2026 : 93% positive93Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€3.65€4.16€4.67€5.18€5.69€4.15

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 11, 2026 · All-time low: €4.15 (Aug 11, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

48,7 % Accessible

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 2 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 97 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Combat mechanics and flow dominate the praise, delivering 135 positive mentions out of 148 total feedback notes.
  • Visual presentation hits the mark with 11 positive mentions out of 12 regarding the striking graphics.
  • The pricing strategy satisfies buyers, reflected by 36 positive mentions out of 44.
  • Sound design pulls players into the fray, securing 9 positive mentions out of 11.

Weaknesses

  • A shortage of material leaves players wanting, with 87 negative mentions out of 122 regarding thin content.
  • Technical stability falters in specific encounters, highlighted by 5 negative mentions out of 5 concerning bugs.

Who is it for?

Action enthusiasts seeking a fast, adrenaline-pumping combat burst will find plenty to love here.

Is Blood Vial worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 96% of 324 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Combat mechanics and flow dominate the praise, delivering. Current price: 5,19€.

Verdict

Blood Vial delivers razor-sharp action that easily justifies its price tag, even if the current build lacks long-term depth. With 313 positive reviews out of 324 total post-release ratings, it is a thrilling sprint that leaves fans eager for expansions.

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