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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP (sp2) or later Processeur : 1.66 GHz Dual Core Processor or equivalent Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA since 2006 (GeForce 8), AMD since 2006 (Radeon HD 2000), Intel since 2012 (HD 4000 / IvyBridge) DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 400 MB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Gamepad highly recommended

Crawl

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Released April 11, 2017
sample: 492 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
91/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 95 % · 7,301 reviews (« Very Positive »)
14,79€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Crawl's ability to keep players engaged for extended periods is notable, with nearly 25% of them having already spent more than 25 hours in the game. This investment is reflected in the extremely positive reception, with 95% positive reviews and a post-release score of 92% positive out of 492 sampled reviews. The gameplay is a major factor in this investment, with 108 positive mentions out of 127.

What it's about: Crawl is the local multiplayer dungeon crawler where your friends control the monsters! Battle through dungeons and power up your hero - if a friend kills you they take your place and it’s their turn to crawl. It's a race to gain enough XP and loot to take on the hulking final boss!

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« please make crawl 2 with online multiplayer and sex. Please »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 16 h played2111
« This is the closest you can get to Mario Party or Smash Bros in a corpse filled dungeon on PC »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 23 h played1
« Had the game for years but never got around to playing. 4 hours in I'm really loving it. Bots offer a good challenge. I wish it had the ability to play online though, Noone in my household to play with :/ »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 4 h played1
« An amazing party game to play with friends. Probably the most underrated party game I've ever seen. It's a shame there's no online multiplayer though, because Steam Remote Play tends to lag quite a bit. Overall, a [b]3/5 ☆[/b] »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 2 h played1
« BRING IT BACK AND UPDATE PLEASE »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 3 h played1
« Great game, wished it had a friends pass/servers to make online multiplayer more feassable. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 6 h played1
« In theory, this game is chaotic fun with 3 friends, but in practice and especially with the resurrection mechanic, it feels too tedious. There is too much on screen at once, like a bullet shooter game. Its just not for me. »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 1 h played1
« Multiplayer game with no multiplayer or compatibility with Remote Play. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 0 h played1
« one of the most insufferable and Sisyphean achievement hunting I have ever done in my life, I spent 40 hours trying to find one object in this game for the " Find All Vault Entry " achievement. terrible design »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 64 h played1
« Le jeu est très bien mais pas de mode online pour un jeu coop c'est stupide, et le mode Steam Remote Play Together est buggé et non fix depuis 2019. »
👎 anonymous review · Dec 2020 · 2 h played
« gameplay pas du tout adapté pour ce style graphique du coup le jeu es illisible on passe son temp a chercher son personnage »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2018 · 3 h played
« Moyen tout seul, mais excellent a plusieurs ( même a deux ), les parties sont assez courtes mais rythmées. Un bon petit jeux pour les soirées apero/pizza/jeux entre potes. Un mode coop en ligne aurait été un plus. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2018 · 3 h played

In players' words

« please make crawl 2 with online multiplayer and sex. Please »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 16 h played2111
« In theory, this game is chaotic fun with 3 friends, but in practice and especially with the resurrection mechanic, it feels too tedious. There is too much on screen at once, like a bullet shooter game. Its just not for me. »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 1 h played1
« This is the closest you can get to Mario Party or Smash Bros in a corpse filled dungeon on PC »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 23 h played1
« Multiplayer game with no multiplayer or compatibility with Remote Play. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 0 h played1
« Had the game for years but never got around to playing. 4 hours in I'm really loving it. Bots offer a good challenge. I wish it had the ability to play online though, Noone in my household to play with :/ »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 4 h played1
« one of the most insufferable and Sisyphean achievement hunting I have ever done in my life, I spent 40 hours trying to find one object in this game for the " Find All Vault Entry " achievement. terrible design »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 64 h played1
« An amazing party game to play with friends. Probably the most underrated party game I've ever seen. It's a shame there's no online multiplayer though, because Steam Remote Play tends to lag quite a bit. Overall, a [b]3/5 ☆[/b] »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 2 h played1
« Le jeu est très bien mais pas de mode online pour un jeu coop c'est stupide, et le mode Steam Remote Play Together est buggé et non fix depuis 2019. »
👎 anonymous review · Dec 2020 · 2 h played
« BRING IT BACK AND UPDATE PLEASE »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 3 h played1
« gameplay pas du tout adapté pour ce style graphique du coup le jeu es illisible on passe son temp a chercher son personnage »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2018 · 3 h played
« Great game, wished it had a friends pass/servers to make online multiplayer more feassable. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 6 h played1
« Moyen tout seul, mais excellent a plusieurs ( même a deux ), les parties sont assez courtes mais rythmées. Un bon petit jeux pour les soirées apero/pizza/jeux entre potes. Un mode coop en ligne aurait été un plus. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2018 · 3 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
Gameplay
85 % pos · n=127
Multiplayer
67 % pos · n=97
Graphics / art
86 % pos · n=21
Audio / music
86 % pos · n=21
Content / longevity
33 % pos · n=9
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=8
Performance
0 % pos · n=6
Value for money
100 % pos · n=4
Story / writing
50 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay127108712
Multiplayer9765428
Graphics / art211803
Audio / music211812
Content / longevity9315
Interface / UX8008
Performance6006
Value for money4400
Story / writing2101
Stability / bugs2002

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 9.1 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.6 h.

🪤 59 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
69 % (n=78)
2-10h
94 % (n=192)
10-25h
98 % (n=148)
>25h
97 % (n=74)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Mar 2025 : 100% positive100MarApr 2025 : 100% positive100AprMay 2025 : 95% positive95MayJun 2025 : 97% positive97JunJul 2025 : 88% positive88JulAug 2025 : 84% positive84AugSep 2025 : 100% positive100SepOct 2025 : 82% positive82OctNov 2025 : 85% positive85NovDec 2025 : 83% positive83DecJan 2026 : 90% positive90JanMar 2026 : 94% positive94MarApr 2026 : 78% positive78AprMay 2026 : 94% positive94MayJun 2026 : 94% positive94JunJul 2026 : 84% positive84Jul

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

💶 Price history

€3.40€6.61€9.83€13.05€16.27€4.88

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 08, 2026 · All-time low: €4.88 (Aug 08, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,4 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 45 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 1,8 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay dominates the praise: 108 positive mentions out of 127
  • Multiplayer is a major strength, with 65 positive mentions out of 97
  • Graphics and audio are well-received, with 18 positive mentions out of 21 each

Weaknesses

  • Performance issues are a concern, with 6 negative mentions out of 6
  • UI is a weakness, with 8 negative mentions out of 8
  • Content is somewhat lacking, with 5 negative mentions out of 9

Who is it for?

Crawl is perfect for players looking for a fun, local co-op experience with friends, as evidenced by the frequent mentions of 'coop', 'local', and 'friends' in the reviews. Fans of action-packed RPGs will also find plenty to enjoy.

Is Crawl worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 95% of 7,301 Steam reviews are positive (player score 91/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates the praise. Current price: 14,79€.

Verdict

Overall, Crawl's unique blend of action, RPG elements, and multiplayer fun has clearly resonated with players, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a engaging gaming experience. While minor issues exist, the game's strengths far outweigh its weaknesses, resulting in a highly enjoyable experience.

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Crawl: 91/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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