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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 or newer Processeur : Intel i5 2013 or later Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GeForce 840M DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible Prise en charge VR: SteamVR or Oculus PC. Standing or Room Scale

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 Processeur : Intel i5 2016 or later Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GTX 970 DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : VR setup as recommended by device vendor

Premium Bowling

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Released October 18, 2019
sample: 402 reviews posted after launch (179 AI-classified)
91/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 94 % · 484 reviews (« Very Positive »)
19,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Bowling has never felt this immersive before: 41 out of 48 VR mentions praise the experience. Yet, the game's realism demands patience—performance stumbles nag a small but vocal minority.

What it's about: Premium Bowling est le plus proche du bowling réel que vous puissiez obtenir sans ramasser une boule de bowling physique. Démarrez le jeu et jouez comme si vous étiez dans une vraie salle de bowling. Expérimentez le réalisme à chaque lancer, chaque coup, et chaque strike!

In-game

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« When life's got you feeling down because a man has just micturated on your rug that really held the room together, Premium Bowling is a good place to be. Just remember to not step over the line, this isn't Vietnam, there are rules. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2024 · 4 h played11
« S THE CLOSEST THING TO REAL BOWLING ON COMPUTER. I LOVE IT. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2024 · 2441 h played1
« My scores haven't been this bad since I was a kid. 10/10 would learn how to bowl again »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2022 · 10 h played1
« very good game highly reccomend »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2020 · 93 h played1
« You have to be E-Bowler to kno de wae »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2023 · 2 h played1
« Poor UI and customisation options, but if you want a VR bowling game with multiplayer, this is decent enough. You can also play in non-VR, but that's absolute wank. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2021 · 14 h played1
« Abysmal if you aren't using VR. Don't even bother with K+M or Controller. In less than 10 minutes of game-play and perhaps the worst thing I've ever added to my library. I feel bamboozled. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2023 · 0 h played1
« AS of right now switching from quest 2 to rift s the settings for VR are just awful compared to quest 2. The ball just rolls out or skids and doesn't hook no matter what I do. I don't know whats wrong. Help? »
👎 anonymous review · Feb 2022 · 1 h played1
« I'm a bowler. As a bowler I can say the mechanics are too far off to enjoy the game. I"m gonna refund this one. »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2020 · 0 h played
« This game use to be good, but with all the updates its now unplayable for me. They ruined the game and I have higher end PC but now its garbage. »
👎 anonymous review · Apr 2025 · 110 h played
« This was, in fact, not premium at all. But there was something sort of bowling shaped about it. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2020 · 0 h played
« best game ever they really ♥♥♥♥ on the nintendo wii bowling »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2023 · 84 h played2

In players' words

« When life's got you feeling down because a man has just micturated on your rug that really held the room together, Premium Bowling is a good place to be. Just remember to not step over the line, this isn't Vietnam, there are rules. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2024 · 4 h played11
« Abysmal if you aren't using VR. Don't even bother with K+M or Controller. In less than 10 minutes of game-play and perhaps the worst thing I've ever added to my library. I feel bamboozled. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2023 · 0 h played1
« S THE CLOSEST THING TO REAL BOWLING ON COMPUTER. I LOVE IT. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2024 · 2441 h played1
« AS of right now switching from quest 2 to rift s the settings for VR are just awful compared to quest 2. The ball just rolls out or skids and doesn't hook no matter what I do. I don't know whats wrong. Help? »
👎 anonymous review · Feb 2022 · 1 h played1
« My scores haven't been this bad since I was a kid. 10/10 would learn how to bowl again »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2022 · 10 h played1
« I'm a bowler. As a bowler I can say the mechanics are too far off to enjoy the game. I"m gonna refund this one. »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2020 · 0 h played
« very good game highly reccomend »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2020 · 93 h played1
« This game use to be good, but with all the updates its now unplayable for me. They ruined the game and I have higher end PC but now its garbage. »
👎 anonymous review · Apr 2025 · 110 h played
« You have to be E-Bowler to kno de wae »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2023 · 2 h played1
« This was, in fact, not premium at all. But there was something sort of bowling shaped about it. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2020 · 0 h played
« Poor UI and customisation options, but if you want a VR bowling game with multiplayer, this is decent enough. You can also play in non-VR, but that's absolute wank. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2021 · 14 h played1
« best game ever they really ♥♥♥♥ on the nintendo wii bowling »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2023 · 84 h played2

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
89 % pos · n=166
Multiplayer
74 % pos · n=38
Graphics / art
92 % pos · n=26
Content / longevity
92 % pos · n=26
Audio / music
67 % pos · n=18
Value for money
77 % pos · n=13
Interface / UX
12 % pos · n=8
Performance
43 % pos · n=7
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=7
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay166147613
Multiplayer382828
Graphics / art262420
Content / longevity262411
Audio / music181215
Value for money131003
Interface / UX8107
Performance7313
Stability / bugs7016
Story / writing1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 14 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.3 h.

🪤 52 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
71 % (n=49)
2-10h
95 % (n=117)
10-25h
95 % (n=96)
>25h
99 % (n=140)

💶 Price history

€8.49€11.74€14.99€18.24€21.49€9.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 19, 2026 · All-time low: €9.99 (Aug 19, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,2 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 99 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 0,8 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

No indexed video for this game yet.

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Strengths

  • The VR experience steals the show: 41 positive mentions out of 48 highlight an immersive bowling simulation that few other games can match.
  • Gameplay shines through with 147 positive mentions out of 166, where players celebrate the satisfying physics and realistic ball motion.
  • Graphics and content earn near-universal acclaim: 24 positive mentions out of 26 for visuals and 24 out of 26 for the depth of bowling variations.
  • Long-term engagement pays off: players with over 25 hours rate the game 99% positive, proving its replayability.
  • Multiplayer adds lasting appeal: 28 positive mentions out of 38 underscore how friends keep returning for competitive or cooperative rounds.

Weaknesses

  • Bugs and crashes disrupt the flow for some: 6 negative mentions out of 7 call out stability issues that break immersion.
  • The UI frustrates a subset of players: 7 negative mentions out of 8 criticize clunky menus that feel out of sync with the game’s otherwise polished design.
  • Audio divides opinion: 5 negative mentions out of 18 suggest the soundtrack or sound effects don’t always hit the right note for everyone.

Who is it for?

Fans of realistic sports sims and VR enthusiasts will find their lane here, especially those who crave a deep, physics-driven experience. Casual players might wince at the steep learning curve and occasional technical hiccups.

Is Premium Bowling worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 94% of 484 Steam reviews are positive (player score 91/100). Most-praised strength: The VR experience steals the show. Current price: 19,99€.

Verdict

Premium Bowling delivers a niche yet polished experience that excels in immersion and replayability, though its realism and VR demands aren’t for everyone. With 94% positive reviews and a near-perfect score for long-term players, it’s a must-try for bowling purists—just temper expectations for performance and UI polish.

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