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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : i3 Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel HD Graphics 5000

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : i5 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel HD Graphics 6000

Pup Champs

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Released May 19, 2025
sample: 104 reviews posted after launch (46 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 98 % · 104 reviews (« Very Positive »)
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Every match feels like a brain teaser on a tiny field: players praise the fusion of soccer and puzzle-solving above all else. Nearly all Steam reviews glow with enthusiasm, and even the most casual sessions leave a strong impression.

What it's about: Dirigez une équipe de chiots footballeurs, relevez plus de 170 défis et marquez des buts dans ce jeu de puzzle tactique adorable !

In-game

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« Afterburn NEVER MISSES! This game is amazing »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 19 h played11
« * nice and cozy visuals * clever and satisfying challenges * pups Spent a lot of time on demo already, cannot wait for more Totally recommending »
👍 anonymous review · May 2025 · 6 h played1
« A very pleasant and well-crafted puzzle game. The deduction aspect reminds me of Golf Peaks. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2025 · 1 h played
« Cozy and adorable puzzle game. I feel at ease when trying to solve these puzzles. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2025 · 22 h played
« This hurts my brain but in a good way »
👍 anonymous review · May 2025 · 1 h played1
« A great small cozy puzzle game. Love the art style and challenges are fun. Plays great on steam deck! »
👍 anonymous review · May 2025 · 5 h played1
« Afterburn once again shows that it knows how to craft a challenging puzzle game on simple premises. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 15 h played

In players' words

« Afterburn NEVER MISSES! This game is amazing »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 19 h played11
« This hurts my brain but in a good way »
👍 anonymous review · May 2025 · 1 h played1
« * nice and cozy visuals * clever and satisfying challenges * pups Spent a lot of time on demo already, cannot wait for more Totally recommending »
👍 anonymous review · May 2025 · 6 h played1
« A great small cozy puzzle game. Love the art style and challenges are fun. Plays great on steam deck! »
👍 anonymous review · May 2025 · 5 h played1
« A very pleasant and well-crafted puzzle game. The deduction aspect reminds me of Golf Peaks. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2025 · 1 h played
« Afterburn once again shows that it knows how to craft a challenging puzzle game on simple premises. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 15 h played
« Cozy and adorable puzzle game. I feel at ease when trying to solve these puzzles. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2025 · 22 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
96 % pos · n=45
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=20
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=10
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=5
Interface / UX
100 % pos · n=5
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=4
Performance
100 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay454311
Graphics / art202000
Story / writing101000
Audio / music5500
Interface / UX5500
Content / longevity4400
Performance2200
Stability / bugs2002

Positive reviews by playtime

<2h
100 % (n=19)
2-10h
97 % (n=64)
10-25h
100 % (n=20)
>25h
100 % (n=1)

💶 Price history

€6.74€8.36€9.99€11.61€13.24€7.49

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 16, 2026 · All-time low: €7.49 (Aug 16, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

10,9 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 16 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 23,1 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The puzzle-soccer hybrid is pure gold: 43 positive mentions out of 45 for gameplay emphasize the clever mechanics blending tactics and quick challenges.
  • Visuals and sound sweep players off their feet: graphics and audio snag 20 and 5 unanimous positive mentions, respectively.
  • Short bursts of play keep the audience hooked: 64 players spent 2–10 hours with the game and overwhelmingly loved it.
  • The narrative threads together effortlessly: all 10 mentions for story arcs are glowing, with no negatives.

Weaknesses

  • Two reviews flag stability issues: bugs draw 2 negative mentions without a single positive counterpoint.
  • A fringe of players finds the difficulty uneven: 6 mentions call it tough, while an equal number describe it as cozy.

Who is it for?

Pup Champs appeals to strategy lovers and fans of bite-sized, charming challenges. Anyone craving a lighthearted yet brainy sports game will feel at home.

Is Pup Champs worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 98% of 104 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: The puzzle-soccer hybrid is pure gold. Current price: 12,49€.

Verdict

Within a sea of near-perfect reviews, only the faintest hint of instability dares to crack the surface. This quirky, puzzle-laden soccer sim delivers relentless fun and irresistible charm for indie sports fans.

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Pup Champs: 94/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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