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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (64-bit) Processeur : Intel Core i3-6100 / AMD FX-6300 or equivalent Mémoire vive : 4 GB RAM GB de mémoire Graphiques : RX400 series or GTX 1000 series or Intel Skylake integrated DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX compatible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10/11 (64-bit) Processeur : Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 or equivalent Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 580 or equivalent (4 GB VRAM) DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX compatible

Dverghold

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Released July 29, 2026
RPGEarly Access
sample: 85 reviews posted after launch (65 AI-classified)
95/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 99 % · 85 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 96% positive vs 98% overall (95 recent reviews)
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The old‑school aesthetic that defines Dverghold dominates the conversation, surfacing in 11 of the most frequent keywords. Steam users have responded overwhelmingly, with a 99 % positive rating across 85 reviews and 58 positive mentions out of 59 for the core gameplay.

What it's about: When the Dwarves of Dverghold awakened something ancient beneath the isle of Rekestt, King Sterren sent word across the Shattered Sea: brave the haunted depths, or let the darkness rise. Oldschool dungeon crawler with turn-based combat and atmospheric soundtrack by Dungeon Synth artist Splendorius.

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« Love it. Should come with a paper manual with some illustrations, lore and vague mechanics explanations. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 9 h played11
« God the character designs are such a breath of fresh air. My "Fatigue" has been so bad recently that when I saw this I had to buy it immediately. Great stuff so far, can't wait to see how it progresses. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 3 h played1
« Rekestt has fallen, Billions must descend. By God we will have our mines again! »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 8 h played211
« It reminds me of Dungeon Master from like 1990. Fun game, I hope it goes far! »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 11 h played
« Having a good time with Dverghold ! Thanks to Splattercat for putting this on my radar ! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 10 h played1
« A classic style game with charming graphics and overwhelming atmosphere. A must play for people craving that retro 90s style of a budding polygon gaming world. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 1 h played1
« A very cool oldschool dungeoncrawler, with a intriguing storyline so far. Very much looking forward for the full release! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 9 h played1

In players' words

« Love it. Should come with a paper manual with some illustrations, lore and vague mechanics explanations. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 9 h played11
« Having a good time with Dverghold ! Thanks to Splattercat for putting this on my radar ! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 10 h played1
« God the character designs are such a breath of fresh air. My "Fatigue" has been so bad recently that when I saw this I had to buy it immediately. Great stuff so far, can't wait to see how it progresses. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 3 h played1
« A classic style game with charming graphics and overwhelming atmosphere. A must play for people craving that retro 90s style of a budding polygon gaming world. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 1 h played1
« Rekestt has fallen, Billions must descend. By God we will have our mines again! »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 8 h played211
« A very cool oldschool dungeoncrawler, with a intriguing storyline so far. Very much looking forward for the full release! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 9 h played1
« It reminds me of Dungeon Master from like 1990. Fun game, I hope it goes far! »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 11 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
98 % pos · n=59
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=23
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=17
Stability / bugs
50 % pos · n=10
Story / writing
89 % pos · n=9
Interface / UX
14 % pos · n=7
Content / longevity
75 % pos · n=4
Value for money
75 % pos · n=4
Performance
100 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay595801
Graphics / art232300
Audio / music171700
Stability / bugs10541
Story / writing9801
Interface / UX7106
Content / longevity4301
Value for money4301
Performance2200

Positive reviews by playtime

<2h
100 % (n=13)
2-10h
100 % (n=43)
10-25h
96 % (n=27)
>25h
100 % (n=2)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay dominates praise: 58 positive mentions out of 59 total.
  • Graphics are flawless: 23 positive mentions out of 23.
  • Audio and soundtrack receive full approval: 17 positive mentions out of 17.
  • Performance is unblemished in the data: 2 positive mentions out of 2.
  • The retro vibe resonates strongly, appearing in 11 keyword mentions.

Weaknesses

  • User interface is a pain point: 6 negative mentions out of 7.
  • Bugs generate mixed feelings: 4 mixed mentions and 1 negative out of 10.
  • Story receives minor criticism: 1 negative mention out of 9.
  • Content depth is questioned: 1 negative mention out of 4.

Who is it for?

Fans of classic RPGs who cherish a nostalgic, old‑school feel will find Dverghold rewarding. Players who tolerate a rough UI and occasional bugs will still appreciate its strong gameplay and atmospheric design.

Is Dverghold worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 99% of 85 Steam reviews are positive (player score 95/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates praise. Current price: 15,49€.

Verdict

Dverghold delivers an exceptionally positive experience, with nearly universal acclaim for its core mechanics, visuals, and audio. While the interface and occasional bugs detract for some, the overall package is a compelling homage to retro RPGs that will satisfy genre enthusiasts.

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Dverghold: 95/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

Most frequent keywords

oldschool (11)musique (8)crawling (7)atmosphère (6)bugs (6)nostalgie (5)immersion (5)satisfaction (4)rpg (4)dungeon (4)gameplay (4)lore (4)

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