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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64-bit Processeur : Intel Core i5-8400, AMD Ryzen 5 2600 Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 1660 6GB, AMD RX 580 8GB DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 15 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Launch with -dx11 on older GPUs for best compatibility.

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10/11 64-bit Processeur : Intel Core i7-12700K, AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Mémoire vive : 32 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA RTX 3070 8GB, AMD RX 6800 16GB DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 15 GB d'espace disque disponible

Liminal Shroud

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Released September 3, 2026
sample: 104 reviews posted after launch (78 AI-classified)
84/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 90 % · 104 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 90% positive vs 90% overall (100 recent reviews)
15,49€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Most adventurers finish their journey within a two to ten-hour window, yielding a 97 percent satisfaction rate across that core bracket out of 66 reviews. Overall, the title maintains a very positive standing with 90 percent approval out of 104 total reviews since its launch.

What it's about: Vivez une expérience troublante et explorez les tréfonds de l’étrange, dans l’entre-deux-mondes, à la frontière entre cauchemar et réalité. Parcourez ses passages secrets et tentez de vous en échapper tout en conservant votre raison.

In-game

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« My wife was trying to understand why I was screaming. And I kept telling her that a big red bouncy ball scared me, but she didn't get it. Must be because she's not a real gamer like me. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 0 h played2
« LOVE this game! It might be my favorite new liminal game. I love the environments, and the atmosphere, it's unique and not your typical backrooms inspired game. I cannot recommend it enough! »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played1
« An amazing and at times Disney imagineer-esq experience but much more spooky. Definitely not on the scary end of these type of games but, a whole lot of fun. I haven't enjoyed a liminal space game this much since Pools. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played
« this game has beautiful graphics (with good optimizations) and nice maps set. cardbox world, etc. they are eye catchy.. full playthrough here https://youtu.be/SDGHOxGSxCk »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played
« Extremely boring asset flip that misses the point of what a liminal game is supposed to even be. »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played
« ABSOLUTE CINEMA👏👏🎉🎉 Worth price, amazing game:) »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played1
« Very cool liminal space walking sim. Highly recommending! »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played
« Tons of variety, incredible sound design, and a great experience all around. If the screenshots look cool to you, just get it. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played

In players' words

« My wife was trying to understand why I was screaming. And I kept telling her that a big red bouncy ball scared me, but she didn't get it. Must be because she's not a real gamer like me. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 0 h played2
« Extremely boring asset flip that misses the point of what a liminal game is supposed to even be. »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played
« LOVE this game! It might be my favorite new liminal game. I love the environments, and the atmosphere, it's unique and not your typical backrooms inspired game. I cannot recommend it enough! »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played1
« ABSOLUTE CINEMA👏👏🎉🎉 Worth price, amazing game:) »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played1
« An amazing and at times Disney imagineer-esq experience but much more spooky. Definitely not on the scary end of these type of games but, a whole lot of fun. I haven't enjoyed a liminal space game this much since Pools. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played
« Very cool liminal space walking sim. Highly recommending! »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played
« this game has beautiful graphics (with good optimizations) and nice maps set. cardbox world, etc. they are eye catchy.. full playthrough here https://youtu.be/SDGHOxGSxCk »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played
« Tons of variety, incredible sound design, and a great experience all around. If the screenshots look cool to you, just get it. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 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
77 % pos · n=60
Audio / music
85 % pos · n=40
Graphics / art
89 % pos · n=36
Content / longevity
81 % pos · n=21
Story / writing
56 % pos · n=9
Performance
50 % pos · n=6
Value for money
50 % pos · n=4
Stability / bugs
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay604695
Audio / music403433
Graphics / art363213
Content / longevity211713
Story / writing9522
Performance6312
Value for money4202
Stability / bugs1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 2.3 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.6 h.

🪤 70 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
81 % (n=37)
2-10h
97 % (n=66)
10-25h
0 % (n=1)

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Audio design sets the mood effectively, accounting for 34 positive mentions out of 40
  • Visuals and graphics captivate players, earning 32 positive mentions out of 36
  • Core gameplay mechanics engage the audience, reflected in 46 positive mentions out of 60
  • Overall content satisfies most participants, capturing 17 positive mentions out of 21

Weaknesses

  • Game length feels brief for some, evidenced by 6 mentions regarding its short duration
  • Repetitive elements draw criticism, noted in 6 mentions pointing to repetitive design
  • Storytelling divides the audience, with 2 negative mentions and 2 mixed mentions out of 9 total

Who is it for?

Players seeking an atmospheric, visually striking adventure that fits into a concise single-session evening will find this experience deeply rewarding.

Is Liminal Shroud worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 90% of 104 Steam reviews are positive (player score 84/100). Most-praised strength: Audio design sets the mood effectively, accounting for. Current price: 15,49€.

Verdict

Liminal Shroud successfully crafts an immersive, haunting world that resonates with short-form adventurers, holding a strong 90 percent positive reception across 104 reviews. While pacing and repetition surface as minor grievances, the striking audio-visual design cements its appeal.

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