Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : Intel Core2 Quad Q9400 (4 * 2660) or equivalent Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 750 (2048 VRAM) or equivalent DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel Core i5-3470 (4 * 3200) or equivalent Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 1050 (2048 VRAM) or equivalent DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible
Gerda: A Flame in Winter
Gerda: A Flame in Winter weaves a gripping narrative where every choice carries weight—players have spent over 10 hours with it, often pushing past 25. The story shines brightest, overwhelmingly praised across 155 positive mentions out of 166.
What it's about: Vous avez cinq jours pour sauver votre mari, qui vient d'être arrêté par la Gestapo. Enquêtez, explorez et formez des allégeances dans cette aventure narrative de type RPG-lite. À qui ferez-vous confiance ?
In-game
In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story / writing | 166 | 155 | 1 | 10 |
| Gameplay | 72 | 58 | 5 | 9 |
| Graphics / art | 50 | 46 | 0 | 4 |
| Audio / music | 29 | 27 | 1 | 1 |
| Content / longevity | 23 | 21 | 0 | 2 |
| Stability / bugs | 10 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Interface / UX | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| Value for money | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Performance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 9.8 h on median; those who dislike it: 7 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 14, 2026 · All-time low: €3.99 (Aug 14, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 59 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 9,9 % of players.
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Strengths
- The story dominates praise with 155 positive mentions out of 166, often described as emotionally gripping and historically immersive.
- Gameplay earns strong acclaim, with 58 positive mentions out of 72, highlighting its satisfying mechanics and meaningful player decisions.
- Graphics are widely appreciated, securing 46 positive mentions out of 50 for their atmospheric and period-accurate art style.
- Audio enhances immersion, noted in 27 positive mentions out of 29, with sound design and music praised for deepening the experience.
Weaknesses
- Bugs disrupt the experience for a vocal minority, with 8 negative mentions out of 10 highlighting stability issues.
- Performance takes a rare hit, with both mentions flagging problems, likely tied to occasional stuttering or framerate drops.
- UI receives mixed feedback, with 2 negative mentions out of 8 pointing to minor usability frustrations.
Who is it for?
Fans of narrative-driven RPGs with deep choices and historical settings will find Gerda irresistible, especially those drawn to emotionally charged stories and atmospheric worlds.
Is Gerda: A Flame in Winter worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 95% of 546 Steam reviews are positive (player score 91/100). Most-praised strength: The story dominates praise. Current price: 19,99€.
Verdict
Gerda: A Flame in Winter stands as a triumph of storytelling in indie RPGs, though its technical hiccups and bugs linger as notable but minor flaws. Its high replay value and emotional depth make it a must-play for adventurers seeking meaning in every decision.
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