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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: 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 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 2500 MB d'espace disque disponible

Ceiba

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Released November 10, 2023
sample: 273 reviews posted after launch (35 AI-classified)
92/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 95 % · 273 reviews (« Very Positive »)
6,99€ 3,14€ -55%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The story is the engine that drives Ceiba, tallying 30 positive mentions out of 34. Overall, the game enjoys a Very Positive rating with 95% of 273 Steam reviews favorable, and players who spend 2‑10 hours report a 96% approval rate.

What it's about: Ein, a simple-hearted member of an expedition sent by mankind to distant planets, tries to get romantic with a pretty but cold co-worker girl. Unfortunately, he is not the only one trying to make contact as from the abandoned and desolate alien ruins, the girl receives a message in human language.

In-game

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« the art, OST, the beginning of plot - 10\10, seriously. Eagerly looking forward all the endings. upd: Completed all routes. I need more ;((( It was too good »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2023 · 8 h played
« It was my first time playing a game with russian voice acting, and I loved it - the story is also very nice. »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2024 · 8 h played
« An amazing game with fantastic art design, an engaging storyline, and beautiful heroines. A big thank you to the developers <3 »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 3 h played
« The only con is I wish it were longer and you had more route options with the other characters »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2024 · 2 h played
« Highly enjoyable, engaging, beautiful, and thought provoking. The only flaw is how short it is. I'd happily pay upwards of 30-40 USD for a longer game like this with more routes, and more character-focus options in those routes. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2023 · 3 h played
« More content from the writers of Athanasy. Buckle in, folks. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2023 · 696 h played
« bump for full steam features interesting and engrossing visual novel, i'm looking forward to checking out Wirion's other project(s). »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2024 · 4 h played

In players' words

« the art, OST, the beginning of plot - 10\10, seriously. Eagerly looking forward all the endings. upd: Completed all routes. I need more ;((( It was too good »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2023 · 8 h played
« Highly enjoyable, engaging, beautiful, and thought provoking. The only flaw is how short it is. I'd happily pay upwards of 30-40 USD for a longer game like this with more routes, and more character-focus options in those routes. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2023 · 3 h played
« It was my first time playing a game with russian voice acting, and I loved it - the story is also very nice. »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2024 · 8 h played
« More content from the writers of Athanasy. Buckle in, folks. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2023 · 696 h played
« An amazing game with fantastic art design, an engaging storyline, and beautiful heroines. A big thank you to the developers <3 »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 3 h played
« bump for full steam features interesting and engrossing visual novel, i'm looking forward to checking out Wirion's other project(s). »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2024 · 4 h played
« The only con is I wish it were longer and you had more route options with the other characters »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2024 · 2 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
88 % pos · n=34
Content / longevity
56 % pos · n=18
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=16
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=11
Gameplay
25 % pos · n=4
Value for money
75 % pos · n=4
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing343004
Content / longevity181008
Audio / music161600
Graphics / art111100
Gameplay4103
Value for money4301
Stability / bugs1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 4.6 h on median; those who dislike it: 4 h.

<2h
83 % (n=23)
2-10h
96 % (n=225)
10-25h
100 % (n=21)
>25h
100 % (n=4)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📉 Down since launch (-11 pts) — reception has worsened
Nov 2023 : 99% positive99NovDec 2023 : 84% positive84DecJan 2024 : 88% positive88Jan

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

41,2 % Accessible

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 6 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 49,7 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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This game on Twitch

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Strengths

  • Compelling narrative: 30 positive mentions out of 34
  • Stunning visuals: 11 positive mentions out of 11
  • Immersive sound design: 16 positive mentions out of 16
  • Voice performances praised (keyword "voix" appears 6 times, all audio mentions are positive)
  • Good value: 3 positive mentions out of 4 regarding price

Weaknesses

  • Gameplay mechanics receive criticism: 1 positive and 3 negative mentions out of 4
  • Content depth is mixed: 10 positive and 8 negative mentions out of 18
  • Technical issues reported: 1 negative mention about bugs
  • Short length noted by players (keyword "court" appears 14 times)

Who is it for?

Fans of narrative‑driven indie games who cherish story, atmosphere, and polished audio‑visuals will find Ceiba rewarding, while players seeking deep gameplay systems may be less satisfied.

Is Ceiba worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 95% of 273 Steam reviews are positive (player score 92/100). Most-praised strength: Compelling narrative. Current price: 3,14€ (55% off).

Verdict

Ceiba shines as a story‑centric experience, with its narrative, art, and sound consistently praised by the community. The steep drop in gameplay satisfaction and concerns about content depth keep it from being a universal hit, but its high overall approval suggests it will satisfy players who value atmosphere over mechanical depth.

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Most frequent keywords

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