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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10+ Processeur : any x86_64 CPU or ARMv8 CPU e.g. Intel Core 2 Duo E8200, AMD Athlon XE BE-2300, Snapdragon X Elite Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Integrated graphics with Vulkan 1.0 or DX12 support e.g. Intel HD Graphics 5500 (Broadwell), AMD Radeon R5 Graphics (Kaveri) DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 200 MB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Derelict Star

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Released April 2, 2026
sample: 151 reviews posted after launch (131 AI-classified)
92/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 151 reviews (« Very Positive »)
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Deadly precision jumps and momentum-driven movement are keeping pilots hooked past the 25-hour mark. This stellar engagement powers an exceptional 96% positive rating across 151 post-release reviews.

What it's about: A precise momentum-based platformer that emphasizes exploration and navigation puzzles. Run and jump your way through a wide variety of obstacles and challenges as you explore an abandoned derelict freighter. Be careful: getting in is often easier than getting out!

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« Super good, movement that feels new and interesting while also being incredibly intuitive, AND great writing. Surprised me with how good it is even though everybody was telling me how good it is! »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 0 h played1
« The platformer your favorite platformer designer can't stop raving about. Really excellent and thoughtful game that gates progression not on items but learning and rules mastery. Incredibly designed! »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 2 h played
« This is the perfect Metroidbrainia »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 25 h played
« Simple controls, with incredible depth and expressiveness. Everything I want in a platformer. Seriously good! »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 17 h played
« It reminds me of NPLUSPLUS momentum based movement, leap year's intuition style of exploration, Animal Well's puzzles, and Celeste's precision. Wonderfully simple. Good soundtrack as well. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 2 h played1
« I had a good time with this getting all the batteries, the optional collectibles were a bit too much but that's why they're optional. Definitely make sure you enjoy precision platformers though, even some of those batteries were no joke. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 12 h played
« pretty much god tier. talk about clarity of vision. so specific. really beautiful! »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 0 h played

In players' words

« Super good, movement that feels new and interesting while also being incredibly intuitive, AND great writing. Surprised me with how good it is even though everybody was telling me how good it is! »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 0 h played1
« It reminds me of NPLUSPLUS momentum based movement, leap year's intuition style of exploration, Animal Well's puzzles, and Celeste's precision. Wonderfully simple. Good soundtrack as well. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 2 h played1
« The platformer your favorite platformer designer can't stop raving about. Really excellent and thoughtful game that gates progression not on items but learning and rules mastery. Incredibly designed! »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 2 h played
« I had a good time with this getting all the batteries, the optional collectibles were a bit too much but that's why they're optional. Definitely make sure you enjoy precision platformers though, even some of those batteries were no joke. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 12 h played
« This is the perfect Metroidbrainia »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 25 h played
« pretty much god tier. talk about clarity of vision. so specific. really beautiful! »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 0 h played
« Simple controls, with incredible depth and expressiveness. Everything I want in a platformer. Seriously good! »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 17 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
94 % pos · n=127
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=26
Audio / music
90 % pos · n=20
Graphics / art
89 % pos · n=18
Interface / UX
67 % pos · n=9
Story / writing
62 % pos · n=8
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Value for money
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay12712043
Content / longevity262600
Audio / music201811
Graphics / art181602
Interface / UX9603
Story / writing8512
Performance1100
Value for money1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 11 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.3 h.

🪤 67 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
88 % (n=34)
2-10h
97 % (n=35)
10-25h
98 % (n=54)
>25h
100 % (n=28)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Apr 2026 : 99% positive99AprMay 2026 : 85% positive85MayJun 2026 : 100% positive100JunJul 2026 : 94% positive94Jul

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

1,1 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 17 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 9,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Core gameplay mechanics anchor the experience brilliantly, drawing 120 positive mentions out of 127 total.
  • Exploration drives the adventure forward, cited in 41 distinct remarks.
  • Content depth satisfies completely, registering 26 positive mentions out of 26.
  • Audio design sets the mood effectively with 18 positive mentions out of 20.
  • Visual execution shines through 16 positive mentions out of 18.

Weaknesses

  • Interface elements draw criticism with 3 negative mentions out of 9 total.
  • Narrative elements fall flat for a few, receiving 2 negative mentions out of 8.

Who is it for?

Action-adventure veterans seeking high-precision platforming and demanding movement challenges will find their ultimate playground here.

Is Derelict Star worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 96% of 151 Steam reviews are positive (player score 92/100). Most-praised strength: Core gameplay mechanics anchor the experience brilliantly, drawing. Current price: 6,40€ (20% off).

Verdict

Derelict Star launches into orbit with astonishing technical and mechanical polish, backed by veteran players who refuse to put the controller down. It stands as a triumph of precision action where mastery brings endless satisfaction.

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