Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel Core i5 - 6200U Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GeForce 930M DirectX : Version 10 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 2048 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Windows compatible devices
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 Processeur : Inter Core i5 - 12400F or higher Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or higher DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 4096 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Windows compatible devices
Chasing the Dawn / CTD
One hundred players have already parked themselves in the 2-to-10-hour sweet spot, cruising through a fresh launch that has completely charmed its early community. With an overwhelming 99 percent positive rating across 114 reviews since its July 2026 debut, this casual strategy indie proves small-scale adventures pack a serious punch.
What it's about: Chasing the Dawn is a pixel-art roguelike strategy game. Enter the dungeon, use wit and luck to navigate dangers, and lead your characters deeper. Manage risks with items and runes, gather resources, and rebuild your village. Their fate is shaped by your every click.
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What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Content / longevity | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Story / writing | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 30 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 6,9 % of players.
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Strengths
- Players heavily praise the core design loop, reflected in 2 positive mentions out of 2 regarding gameplay
- The release maintains a near-flawless 99 percent positive reception across all 114 post-launch reviews
- An exceptionally reliable experience for mid-length sessions, evidenced by 100 positive mentions out of 100 in the 2-to-10-hour playtime bucket
Weaknesses
- Narrative elements face minor friction, with 1 negative mention out of 1 concerning the story
- Overall volume and pacing divisions show up in content feedback, registering 1 positive and 1 negative mention out of 2 total
Who is it for?
Strategy dabblers and casual adventurers looking for a tight, highly polished indie experience lasting up to 10 hours will find an absolute winner here.
Is Chasing the Dawn / CTD worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 99% of 114 Steam reviews are positive (player score 96/100). Most-praised strength: Players heavily praise the core design loop, reflected in. Current price: 9,19€.
Verdict
Chasing the Dawn bursts onto the scene with near-universal acclaim, securing a stellar 99 percent approval rating from its players. While a couple of isolated notes point to room for growth in narrative and raw content volume, the sheer consistency of its mid-length playtime makes it an effortless recommendation.
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