Planescape: Torment: Enhanced Edition has captivated players with its deep story, garnering 130 positive mentions out of 139, a testament to the game's engaging narrative. With a post-release positivity rate of 91% from 494 reviews, the game has clearly resonated with its audience. The majority of players have invested significant time, with 348 players having more than 25 hours of playtime and a positivity rate of 96%.
What it's about: Percez le secret des vies passées qui tissent l'histoire riche de ce jeu de rôle tactique. Parcourez Sigil, une ville sombre et étonnant au cœur du multivers de Donjons & Dragons. Explorez des plans étrange, luttez aux côtés de compagnons hauts en couleur et réglez des énigmes uniques en leur genre.
In-game
« It's sort of like if Disco Elysium was set in Ankh-Morpork. The combat is a mess but the writing got me over and over. »👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 106 h played2« This videobook has a special place in my heart The weird ♥♥♥♥♥♥ videogame attached to it is more akin to a cancerous growth than an actually meaningful addition, and should probably be removed. »👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 44 h played1« 28 years of no spoilers and google ai did me in on a basic mechanic search rip just play it, dont worry about a guide, just play it »👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 6 h played11« Chef d'oeuvre absolu, un de ces rares jeux qui peuvent changer votre vision des choses, des autres, de la vie, de ce qui compte. Doit être dans votre top list. Vous ne pouvez pas ne pas jouer à ce jeu. »👍 anonymous review · Jul 2017 · 63 h played« On est à peine sorti du tutoriel qu'on peut entrevoir la profondeur et la complexité de ce jeu. Pas besoin de l'avoir fini pour comprendre que c'est une pépite ! :) »👍 anonymous review · Feb 2025 · 18 h played« Un jeu à l'ancienne, avec des doublages aux fraises et des mécanismes aberrants... toute mon enfance ! Je ne l'ai découvert que tardivement, mais qu'est-ce que c'est chouette ! »👍 anonymous review · May 2022 · 26 h played
« It's more a book than a game. If you're not interested in existential philosophy and dnd lore don't waste your time. Main story was fun. But you have to stare at the small window with text too much »👎 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 34 h played31« "this game wasn't designed to support controllers" Great, so I can use my antimicro fuelled joystick without issues correct? Nope, still detects your controller and not the keys assigned to them. Cancer. »👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 0 h played1« Ne fonctionne tout simplement pas sur un pc qui fait tourner sans problème The Witcher 3 malgré l'installation et la mise à jour OpenGL et OpenAL. Bref une honte pour un tel chef-d'oeuvre !!!!!! »👎 anonymous review · Jul 2018 · 4 h played« Probably the most overrated game I ever played, the story is good but the combats are just the worst »👎 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 28 h played« Le jeu plante régulièrement sans raison, c'est une honte après toutes ces années! »👎 anonymous review · Feb 2025 · 3 h played« L'histoire, les personnages, l'ambiance... Rien à jeter dans ce jeu. Un conseil : prenez bien le temps de l'apprécier la première fois plutôt que de foncer comme un bourrin. »👍 anonymous review · Apr 2020 · 82 h played
In players' words
« It's sort of like if Disco Elysium was set in Ankh-Morpork. The combat is a mess but the writing got me over and over. »👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 106 h played2« It's more a book than a game. If you're not interested in existential philosophy and dnd lore don't waste your time. Main story was fun. But you have to stare at the small window with text too much »👎 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 34 h played31« This videobook has a special place in my heart The weird ♥♥♥♥♥♥ videogame attached to it is more akin to a cancerous growth than an actually meaningful addition, and should probably be removed. »👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 44 h played1« "this game wasn't designed to support controllers" Great, so I can use my antimicro fuelled joystick without issues correct? Nope, still detects your controller and not the keys assigned to them. Cancer. »👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 0 h played1« 28 years of no spoilers and google ai did me in on a basic mechanic search rip just play it, dont worry about a guide, just play it »👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 6 h played11« Ne fonctionne tout simplement pas sur un pc qui fait tourner sans problème The Witcher 3 malgré l'installation et la mise à jour OpenGL et OpenAL. Bref une honte pour un tel chef-d'oeuvre !!!!!! »👎 anonymous review · Jul 2018 · 4 h played« Chef d'oeuvre absolu, un de ces rares jeux qui peuvent changer votre vision des choses, des autres, de la vie, de ce qui compte. Doit être dans votre top list. Vous ne pouvez pas ne pas jouer à ce jeu. »👍 anonymous review · Jul 2017 · 63 h played« Probably the most overrated game I ever played, the story is good but the combats are just the worst »👎 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 28 h played« On est à peine sorti du tutoriel qu'on peut entrevoir la profondeur et la complexité de ce jeu. Pas besoin de l'avoir fini pour comprendre que c'est une pépite ! :) »👍 anonymous review · Feb 2025 · 18 h played« Le jeu plante régulièrement sans raison, c'est une honte après toutes ces années! »👎 anonymous review · Feb 2025 · 3 h played« Un jeu à l'ancienne, avec des doublages aux fraises et des mécanismes aberrants... toute mon enfance ! Je ne l'ai découvert que tardivement, mais qu'est-ce que c'est chouette ! »👍 anonymous review · May 2022 · 26 h played« L'histoire, les personnages, l'ambiance... Rien à jeter dans ce jeu. Un conseil : prenez bien le temps de l'apprécier la première fois plutôt que de foncer comme un bourrin. »👍 anonymous review · Apr 2020 · 82 h played
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
PositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing
94 % pos · n=139
Gameplay
36 % pos · n=80
Graphics / art
44 % pos · n=16
Interface / UX
36 % pos · n=14
Audio / music
80 % pos · n=10
Performance
17 % pos · n=6
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=3
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=1
Value for money
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
Aspect
Mentions
Positive
Mixed
Negative
Story / writing
139
130
3
6
Gameplay
80
29
9
42
Graphics / art
16
7
0
9
Interface / UX
14
5
0
9
Audio / music
10
8
0
2
Performance
6
1
0
5
Stability / bugs
3
0
0
3
Content / longevity
1
1
0
0
Value for money
1
0
0
1
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 39 h on median; those who dislike it: 10 h.
<2h
78 % (n=23)
2-10h
69 % (n=55)
10-25h
90 % (n=68)
>25h
96 % (n=348)
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
➡️ Stable reception 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: €5.85 (Aug 14, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
0,7 %Hardcore
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 50 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 7,8 % of players.
The story is a major highlight, with 130 positive mentions out of 139, showcasing the game's ability to craft a compelling narrative.
The gameplay, while having mixed opinions, still managed to gather 29 positive mentions out of 80, indicating a strong core mechanic.
The audio design received 8 positive mentions out of 10, suggesting a well-crafted soundtrack and sound effects that enhance the gaming experience.
The frequent mention of 'philosophie' (22 times) and 'écriture' (17 times) in reviews highlights the game's thought-provoking themes and well-written dialogue.
Weaknesses
Performance issues were noted, with 5 negative mentions out of 6, indicating some players experienced problems with the game's optimization.
The graphics, although not a major focus, received 9 negative mentions out of 16, suggesting that some players were not satisfied with the visual quality.
Bugs were mentioned 3 times, all of which were negative, pointing to some technical issues that players encountered.
Who is it for?
This game is ideal for fans of deep, story-driven RPGs, particularly those who enjoy philosophical themes and well-developed narratives. Players who appreciate a strong focus on character development and dialogue will also find this game appealing.
Is Planescape: Torment: Enhanced Edition worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 95% of 5,578 Steam reviews are positive (player score 90/100). Most-praised strength: The story is a major highlight. Current price: 19,50€.
Verdict
Planescape: Torment: Enhanced Edition is a masterfully crafted RPG that excels in its storytelling and narrative depth, making it a must-play for fans of the genre. Despite some minor drawbacks in performance and graphics, the game's strengths in audio design, gameplay, and overall player satisfaction make it a compelling experience. With its high post-release positivity rate and significant player engagement, this game is a standout title in its class.
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