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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 or later Processeur : i5-8th Gen CPU or similar Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 950 or Radeon HD 7970 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : While these options are minimum for comfortable playing session, game provides a player with options to run even on low-end software.

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Colony 37

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Released September 23, 2025
AdventureIndieEarly Access
sample: 212 reviews posted after launch (159 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 97 % · 212 reviews (« Very Positive »)
2,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Nearly half the players have already pushed past the 10-hour mark—and most keep digging for more. The relentless mining loop has players hooked, but a handful of interface quirks threaten to bury the fun.

What it's about: Dig deep down the abandoned planet to find its secrets and earn cash by collecting resources. Spend your money on buying various trinkets and instruments that will help you along the way to earn even more profit.

In-game

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« splattercat sent me, solid game for cheap quite little fun mining game »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 10 h played42
« Found this game thanks to tomato gaming who is a horrible miner. Fantastic game so far even thou it is very raw still »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 28 h played111
« At this moment i spent 15 hours on mining. 15 hours of primal need to fill my backpack with valuables like some greedy dwarf who aim to go too deep and too fast. I dont know what awaits me but i look forward to it. »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 22 h played1
« A completely random purchase that I enjoy very much. Updates have been excellent. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 84 h played1
« SplatterCatGaming ftw lmao I am loving the game right now, i adore dig'em games and the retro style of the graphics is awesome especially with the grungy look. definitely looking forward to seeing more come from the dev this is a great game »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 5 h played11
« finished it in 9 houres pretty fun wish it was longer »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 10 h played1
« Loving the current gameplay loop! It’s already so much fun, and I’m excited to see how the final version turns out. Thumbs up! »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 66 h played21

In players' words

« splattercat sent me, solid game for cheap quite little fun mining game »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 10 h played42
« SplatterCatGaming ftw lmao I am loving the game right now, i adore dig'em games and the retro style of the graphics is awesome especially with the grungy look. definitely looking forward to seeing more come from the dev this is a great game »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 5 h played11
« Found this game thanks to tomato gaming who is a horrible miner. Fantastic game so far even thou it is very raw still »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 28 h played111
« finished it in 9 houres pretty fun wish it was longer »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 10 h played1
« At this moment i spent 15 hours on mining. 15 hours of primal need to fill my backpack with valuables like some greedy dwarf who aim to go too deep and too fast. I dont know what awaits me but i look forward to it. »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 22 h played1
« Loving the current gameplay loop! It’s already so much fun, and I’m excited to see how the final version turns out. Thumbs up! »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 66 h played21
« A completely random purchase that I enjoy very much. Updates have been excellent. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 84 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
91 % pos · n=150
Value for money
98 % pos · n=64
Content / longevity
54 % pos · n=24
Story / writing
91 % pos · n=22
Stability / bugs
37 % pos · n=19
Interface / UX
21 % pos · n=19
Graphics / art
72 % pos · n=18
Performance
83 % pos · n=6
Audio / music
33 % pos · n=3
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay15013686
Value for money646301
Content / longevity2413110
Story / writing222011
Stability / bugs197111
Interface / UX194015
Graphics / art181323
Performance6501
Audio / music3111
Multiplayer1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 12 h on median; those who dislike it: 3.3 h.

<2h
83 % (n=12)
2-10h
97 % (n=78)
10-25h
97 % (n=79)
>25h
98 % (n=43)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📉 Down since launch (-8 pts) — reception has worsened
Sep 2025 : 100% positive100SepOct 2025 : 96% positive96OctMay 2026 : 100% positive100MayJun 2026 : 95% positive95JunJul 2026 : 81% positive81JulAug 2026 : 100% positive100Aug

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

💶 Price history

€2.19€2.51€2.84€3.16€3.49€2.69

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 19, 2026 · All-time low: €2.69 (Aug 19, 2026)

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Strengths

  • The mining-and-progression loop is the beating heart of praise: 136 positive mentions out of 150.
  • The price tag earns near-universal acclaim: 63 positive mentions out of 64.
  • Post-release reception holds steady at 97% positive across all 212 reviews.

Weaknesses

  • The user interface draws sharp criticism: 15 negative mentions out of 19.
  • A small but vocal group flags persistent bugs: 11 negative mentions out of 19.
  • Content depth registers a cautious split: 13 positive versus 10 negative mentions out of 24.

Who is it for?

Fans of low-stakes, resource-driven adventures with a crafting twist will feel right at home. Budget-minded players seeking hours of solo play will also find a bargain.

Is Colony 37 worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 97% of 212 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: The mining-and-progression loop is the beating heart of praise. Current price: 2,99€.

Verdict

Colony 37 polishes its mining formula to a gleam, yet its interface still needs a pass. With 97% positive reviews and a price that invites exploration, it’s a solid early-access value that keeps giving—once you dig past the rough edges.

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