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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP /Vista/7 Processeur : 1 GHz Mémoire vive : 16 MB de mémoire Graphiques : 3D graphics card compatible DirectX : Version 7.0 Espace disque : 1200 MB d'espace disque disponible

Jagged Alliance 1: Gold Edition

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Released April 23, 2014
sample: 403 reviews posted after launch (152 AI-classified)
73/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 78 % · 512 reviews (« Mostly Positive »)
9,99€ 2,49€ -75%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Jagged Alliance 1: Gold Edition's nostalgic appeal shines through, with 49 mentions of 'nostalgia' and a focus on its classic strategy gameplay. While the UI and performance receive criticism, players still highly rate it: 76% positive post-release reviews.

What it's about: Experience a true classic! This Gold edition includes the original Jagged Alliance plus the add-on Jagged Alliance: Deadly Games. Take a trip into retro land and learn why this is considered to be one the best turn-based games of all times.

In-game

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« grandson how do i get off this page »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2021 · 24 h played1
« The most underrated game of all time! »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2022 · 67 h played1
« playing it since i was a little child I never know that ctrl + f would skip a turn it could have been sooo easy in my early days instead it frustrated me so much but thats where the fun and grind starts for ya'll »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 44 h played1
« Uniquement pour les fans du jeu de l'époque. Il tourne bien sous Windows 10 alors qu'il était sous DOS :) »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2021 · 0 h played
« j aime se jeux car de mon époque . sa me rappelle mes 27 ans . »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2020 · 91 h played
« Très bon jeu même si il a beaucoup vieilli »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2015 · 1 h played
« Leave it to old dos games to never explain anything. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2023 · 1 h played1
« J'ai adoré ce jeu à l'époque mais l'interface paraît rudimentaire comparée à JA2. Il reste toutefois intéressant pour le lore de la série. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 0 h played
« Needs a setting menu and support for modern computer screens and i'm game for replaying this classic! »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2021 · 0 h played
« Sure, "take a trip into retro land", but don't forget to read the 50 page travel guide (manual) beforehand. »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2021 · 1 h played
« it tryed to install windows for some reason on my pc and it runs on dos box »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2021 · 0 h played
« Works properly on Win10 so thats good. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2022 · 0 h played

In players' words

« grandson how do i get off this page »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2021 · 24 h played1
« Leave it to old dos games to never explain anything. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2023 · 1 h played1
« The most underrated game of all time! »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2022 · 67 h played1
« J'ai adoré ce jeu à l'époque mais l'interface paraît rudimentaire comparée à JA2. Il reste toutefois intéressant pour le lore de la série. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 0 h played
« playing it since i was a little child I never know that ctrl + f would skip a turn it could have been sooo easy in my early days instead it frustrated me so much but thats where the fun and grind starts for ya'll »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 44 h played1
« Needs a setting menu and support for modern computer screens and i'm game for replaying this classic! »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2021 · 0 h played
« Uniquement pour les fans du jeu de l'époque. Il tourne bien sous Windows 10 alors qu'il était sous DOS :) »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2021 · 0 h played
« Sure, "take a trip into retro land", but don't forget to read the 50 page travel guide (manual) beforehand. »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2021 · 1 h played
« j aime se jeux car de mon époque . sa me rappelle mes 27 ans . »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2020 · 91 h played
« it tryed to install windows for some reason on my pc and it runs on dos box »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2021 · 0 h played
« Très bon jeu même si il a beaucoup vieilli »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2015 · 1 h played
« Works properly on Win10 so thats good. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2022 · 0 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
79 % pos · n=89
Story / writing
82 % pos · n=49
Interface / UX
3 % pos · n=30
Performance
43 % pos · n=21
Content / longevity
90 % pos · n=20
Graphics / art
27 % pos · n=15
Audio / music
88 % pos · n=8
Value for money
25 % pos · n=8
Multiplayer
17 % pos · n=6
Stability / bugs
25 % pos · n=4
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay8970811
Story / writing494009
Interface / UX301227
Performance219012
Content / longevity201802
Graphics / art154011
Audio / music8701
Value for money8224
Multiplayer6105
Stability / bugs4103

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 9.7 h on median; those who dislike it: 18 min.

🪤 88 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
58 % (n=200)
2-10h
91 % (n=43)
10-25h
91 % (n=35)
>25h
96 % (n=125)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📈 Up since launch (+15 pts) — updates have won players over
Sep 2021 : 63% positive63SepOct 2021 : 81% positive81OctNov 2021 : 78% positive78Nov

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

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Classic Strategy: 70 positive mentions out of 89 for its gameplay, a key strength.
  • Nostalgia Factor: 49 mentions of 'nostalgia', drawing players into its retro charm.
  • High Satisfaction: An impressive 96% positive reviews for those playing over 25 hours.

Weaknesses

  • UI Issues: 27 negative mentions out of 30, a major pain point.
  • Performance Concerns: 12 negative mentions out of 21, impacting the experience.
  • Mixed Graphics Reception: 11 negative mentions, a split opinion.

Who is it for?

This game is for those seeking a classic, nostalgic strategy experience. With its focus on gameplay and a dedicated fan base, it offers a deep, satisfying journey for strategy enthusiasts.

Is Jagged Alliance 1: Gold Edition worth it in 2026?

Mostly yes, if its flaws don't put you off: 78% of 512 Steam reviews are positive (player score 73/100). Most-praised strength: Classic Strategy. Current price: 2,49€ (75% off).

Verdict

Despite some UI and performance issues, Jagged Alliance 1: Gold Edition delivers a highly rated, nostalgic strategy experience. Its classic gameplay and dedicated following ensure a satisfying journey for players willing to look past its technical shortcomings.

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Most frequent keywords

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