Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : Core 2 Duo Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel UHD, AMD VEGA Espace disque : 176 MB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires
Kalinur
Every single review that mentions the price sings its praises. Short, sharp, and free of bloat, it packs Metroidvania action into a weekend-sized bite.
What it's about: Defeat the mage Kalinur and bring peace back to the kingdom in this mini metroidvania with a lot of action.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 49 | 43 | 0 | 6 |
| Value for money | 18 | 18 | 0 | 0 |
| Graphics / art | 14 | 12 | 0 | 2 |
| Content / longevity | 14 | 10 | 0 | 4 |
| Audio / music | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| Story / writing | 7 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| Performance | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Stability / bugs | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 3.5 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.8 h.
🪤 61 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 20 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 20,7 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Responsive combat leads the praise: 43 positive mentions out of 49 players call its controls tight and progression satisfying.
- Art style steals the show: 12 out of 14 reviews single out the graphics as polished and visually striking.
- Price remains a non-issue: all 18 mentions about cost are positive, underscoring exceptional value.
- Post-release reception stays sky-high at 96%, confirming launch-day buzz didn’t fade.
Weaknesses
- Bugs are nearly absent but polarizing when mentioned: 2 out of 2 complaints center on minor technical snags.
- Soundtrack sparks debate: 5 players love it, yet 3 call it forgettable or weak.
- User interface frustrates segment of players: half of its 4 mentions critique its layout and clarity.
Who is it for?
Devoted Metroidvania fans seeking a compact, high-energy challenge—and anyone who prefers bite-sized adventures with stellar value—will love Kalinur.
Is Kalinur worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 96% of 497 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Responsive combat leads the praise. Current price: 0,79€ (60% off).
Verdict
Kalinur nails the fundamentals: responsive controls, striking art, and a price that feels like a steal. While minor quibbles in UI and audio linger, the game’s strengths make it a must-play for indie action lovers looking for a weekend’s worth of fun.
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