Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64-bit Processeur : Dual Core 2.4 GHz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GeForce GTX 950 / AMD Radeon RX 570 DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Yes
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64-bit Processeur : Dual Core 2.4 GHz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GeForce GTX 950 / AMD Radeon RX 570 DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Yes
Hillthorn
Players are drawn into a looping mystery that offers multiple endings, and most sessions sit between two and ten hours of playtime. Overall, Hillthorn holds a Very Positive rating on Steam, with 90% of the 112 post‑release reviews being favorable.
What it's about: Une disparition dans une communauté recluse. Une montagne pleine de secrets. Un détective à court de temps. Bienvenue dans Hillthorn, un jeu d'enquête qui vous invite à résoudre le mystère sans un mot, en usant seulement de votre intuition et de votre logique avec des cartes.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 33 | 31 | 2 | 0 |
| Content / longevity | 24 | 3 | 3 | 18 |
| Story / writing | 17 | 16 | 0 | 1 |
| Value for money | 10 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
| Graphics / art | 9 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| Audio / music | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Stability / bugs | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Interface / UX | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Performance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 3.8 h on median; those who dislike it: 2.7 h.
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 18 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 45,5 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Gameplay shines with 31 positive mentions out of 33 total
- Story captivates players, earning 16 positive mentions out of 17
- Graphics receive unanimous praise: 9 positive mentions out of 9
- Audio is universally praised: 4 positive mentions out of 4
- Performance is flawless in the few cases discussed, with 2 positive mentions out of 2
Weaknesses
- Content falls short, with 18 negative mentions out of 24 total
- Price is a sore spot, attracting 8 negative mentions out of 10
- Bugs annoy a minority, registering 3 negative mentions out of 3
- UI receives mixed feedback, including 1 negative mention out of 3
Who is it for?
Fans of narrative‑driven adventure games who enjoy puzzle‑rich, multi‑ending stories will find Hillthorn rewarding. Players tolerant of modest technical issues but seeking strong storytelling and atmosphere will appreciate it most.
Is Hillthorn worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 90% of 110 Steam reviews are positive (player score 84/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay shines. Current price: 13,49€ (10% off).
Verdict
Hillthorn delivers a compelling narrative and solid core gameplay that resonated with the majority of its audience. While its content depth and pricing drew criticism, the overall experience remains highly regarded, making it a worthwhile pick for adventure enthusiasts.
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