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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : 2.8 GHZ Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 1650 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Integrated Intel GPUs are not supported.

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64-bit Processeur : 3.0 GHZ Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA 3060TI Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Integrated Intel GPUs are not supported.

Chroma Zero

Hidden gem
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Released December 12, 2024
sample: 355 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 355 reviews (« Very Positive »)
9,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Puzzles, music, and colors form the trinity of praise: 35 mentions for puzzle mechanics and 9 exclusively for the soundtrack, while nearly every visual aspect is celebrated. Yet the game’s interface—mentioned 21 times—frustrates more players than it satisfies, with 16 negative comments out of 21.

What it's about: Explorez un monde unique et connecté. Comprenez son équilibre fragile, découvrez ses questions les plus profondes, et trouvez bien plus que de simples réponses.

In-game

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« Excellent jeu de logique / énigme sur le spectre des couleurs. J'ai adoré tout de A à Z. Félicitations, c'est une vraie Masterclass. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2026 · 7 h played1
« Very original little game. There's a very strange and enticing vibe when playing it. I really loved how much I needed to think outside the box to make it to the end. Lovely »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 11 h played1
« C'est rare de voir des Knowledge-vania qui utilisent aussi judicieusement la progression par l'apprentissage. Extrêmement satisfaisant à explorer et à résoudre ! »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 10 h played1
« Hi, I'm the solo-developer who made Chroma Zero. I'm super proud of where the game ended up, and I'm excited to see what you think. If you're wondering if your system can run the game well, please check out the demo. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2024 · 42 h played2211
« Solid puzzle world. I was pleasantly surprised by some of moments in the game. As an avid puzzle game players, I'd say this is definitely worth it imo. Nice work! »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2025 · 10 h played1
« Probably a cool puzzle game, but it forces you to restart upon every small mistake. Not for me. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 1 h played
« Stopped playing when the game started introducing mechanics that are just arbitrary and make no sense, which have no hints, and which you're required to figure out in order to progress. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 3 h played
« Soo confusing ! I don´t want to start over and over again ! This is really not for everybody. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 1 h played
« One of the few games that can scratch that outer wilds itch (or at least part of it) »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 6 h played1
« Take it from Past Me: Future You is gonna love this. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2024 · 12 h played1

In players' words

« Excellent jeu de logique / énigme sur le spectre des couleurs. J'ai adoré tout de A à Z. Félicitations, c'est une vraie Masterclass. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2026 · 7 h played1
« Probably a cool puzzle game, but it forces you to restart upon every small mistake. Not for me. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 1 h played
« Very original little game. There's a very strange and enticing vibe when playing it. I really loved how much I needed to think outside the box to make it to the end. Lovely »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 11 h played1
« Stopped playing when the game started introducing mechanics that are just arbitrary and make no sense, which have no hints, and which you're required to figure out in order to progress. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 3 h played
« C'est rare de voir des Knowledge-vania qui utilisent aussi judicieusement la progression par l'apprentissage. Extrêmement satisfaisant à explorer et à résoudre ! »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 10 h played1
« Soo confusing ! I don´t want to start over and over again ! This is really not for everybody. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 1 h played
« Hi, I'm the solo-developer who made Chroma Zero. I'm super proud of where the game ended up, and I'm excited to see what you think. If you're wondering if your system can run the game well, please check out the demo. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2024 · 42 h played2211
« One of the few games that can scratch that outer wilds itch (or at least part of it) »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 6 h played1
« Solid puzzle world. I was pleasantly surprised by some of moments in the game. As an avid puzzle game players, I'd say this is definitely worth it imo. Nice work! »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2025 · 10 h played1
« Take it from Past Me: Future You is gonna love this. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2024 · 12 h played1

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

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
84 % pos · n=176
Graphics / art
88 % pos · n=32
Story / writing
73 % pos · n=30
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=29
Interface / UX
24 % pos · n=21
Value for money
100 % pos · n=9
Content / longevity
86 % pos · n=7
Performance
25 % pos · n=4
Multiplayer
75 % pos · n=4
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=3
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay1761481018
Graphics / art322804
Story / writing302235
Audio / music292900
Interface / UX215016
Value for money9900
Content / longevity7601
Performance4103
Multiplayer4301
Stability / bugs3003

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 8.3 h on median; those who dislike it: 3.4 h.

<2h
79 % (n=24)
2-10h
96 % (n=198)
10-25h
100 % (n=123)
>25h
90 % (n=10)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Dec 2024 : 100% positive100DecJan 2025 : 98% positive98JanFeb 2025 : 100% positive100FebJun 2025 : 87% positive87JunJul 2025 : 75% positive75JulOct 2025 : 100% positive100OctDec 2025 : 94% positive94DecJan 2026 : 93% positive93JanMay 2026 : 100% positive100May

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

💶 Price history

€6.49€7.49€8.49€9.49€10.49€6.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 15, 2026 · All-time low: €6.99 (Aug 15, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

7,1 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 8 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 28,9 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Puzzles and exploration shine brighter than almost any other aspect: 148 positive mentions out of 176 for gameplay, with 35 direct references to puzzle enjoyment.
  • The soundtrack receives unconditional love—no negative or mixed remarks among 29 mentions, and 'musique' ranks among the top frequent keywords with 9 mentions.
  • 96% of players rate their experience as Very Positive post-launch, and even the longest playtime bracket (>25h) holds a 90% positive rate.

Weaknesses

  • The user interface is the weakest link: 16 negative mentions out of 21 total UI comments, making it the only major category with a clear negative skew.
  • Performance issues, though rarely mentioned (only 4 comments), are exclusively negative—a reminder that technical stability isn’t flawless.
  • The word 'frustration' appears 12 times, suggesting emotional friction despite overall high satisfaction.

Who is it for?

Fans of atmospheric Metroidvania adventures with strong puzzle design and a love for indie aesthetics will find solace here. Those sensitive to clunky menus should proceed with caution.

Is Chroma Zero worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 96% of 355 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Puzzles and exploration shine brighter than almost any other aspect. Current price: 9,99€.

Verdict

A polished gem marred only by an occasionally cumbersome interface, Chroma Zero delivers a 96% Very Positive reception. Its puzzle-driven world and evocative soundtrack outweigh its minor flaws, making it a standout indie title for 2024.

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Most frequent keywords

puzzle (35)exploration (17)découverte (16)métroidvania (15)frustration (12)puzzles (11)mécaniques (9)musique (9)design (7)règles (7)satisfaction (7)progression (7)

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