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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel Core 2 Duo @ 2.00 GHz or equivalent or higher Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel® HD Graphics or better DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible

Puppergeist

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Released August 20, 2026
sample: 126 reviews posted after launch (45 AI-classified)
95/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 98 % · 126 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 97% positive vs 98% overall (126 recent reviews)
4,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Puppergeist already has players hooked: over half have spent 2 hours in the game, yet nobody has reached 25 hours. Its cheerful chaos and emotional core leave most players beaming, even as the clock ticks.

What it's about: Voyagez à travers le monde canin dans ce jeu de rythme et de roman visuel réconfortant. Retrouvez votre chiot perdu en vous connectant à l'âme des autres chiens, en découvrant leurs histoires et en leur remontant le moral grâce à des jeux de rythme pleins de charme et de défis ludiques !

In-game

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« Game plays great on steamdeck! Love the songs and the minigames, felt like the perfect difficulty »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« short but sweet rhythm game! i cried a bit while playing it. awooooo!!!! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« short n sweet n very cute game... as a cat person, I was touched »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played
« apparently all dogs go to hell :c »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played
« It's cute, short, fun and emotional. I was worried there wouldn't be enough dog puns, but there's plenty. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played
« Short, sweet and filled with wonderful art and songs. Fun to play, runs very well. Would absolutely recommend for anyone who loves rhythm games and animals! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« Absolutely INCREDIBLE!!!!! What a spooky and cute banger from Serenity Forge »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 16 h played

In players' words

« Game plays great on steamdeck! Love the songs and the minigames, felt like the perfect difficulty »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« It's cute, short, fun and emotional. I was worried there wouldn't be enough dog puns, but there's plenty. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played
« short but sweet rhythm game! i cried a bit while playing it. awooooo!!!! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« Short, sweet and filled with wonderful art and songs. Fun to play, runs very well. Would absolutely recommend for anyone who loves rhythm games and animals! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« short n sweet n very cute game... as a cat person, I was touched »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played
« Absolutely INCREDIBLE!!!!! What a spooky and cute banger from Serenity Forge »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 16 h played
« apparently all dogs go to hell :c »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 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
72 % pos · n=36
Story / writing
88 % pos · n=32
Content / longevity
25 % pos · n=16
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=11
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=10
Value for money
67 % pos · n=3
Performance
50 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay362682
Story / writing322840
Content / longevity164210
Graphics / art111100
Audio / music101000
Value for money3201
Performance2101
Stability / bugs2002
Interface / UX2002

Positive reviews by playtime

<2h
97 % (n=58)
2-10h
100 % (n=63)
10-25h
100 % (n=5)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

36,6 % Accessible

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 11 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 48,9 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The emotional journey steals the show: 28 positive mentions out of 32 for the story
  • Graphics and audio are universally praised: 11 and 10 positive mentions respectively with zero negatives
  • Gameplay shines for most, with 26 positive mentions out of 36
  • The game’s rhythm and pace are its calling card: 19 mentions, all positive

Weaknesses

  • Content is polarizing, with more negative than positive remarks: 10 negative out of 16 mentions
  • A handful of players report bugs: 2 negative mentions with no positives
  • UI frustrates a small group: 2 negative mentions with no positives

Who is it for?

Fans of breezy action-adventures with heart will find Puppergeist irresistible. Pet lovers and those seeking a short, charming escape should queue up.

Is Puppergeist worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 98% of 126 Steam reviews are positive (player score 95/100). Most-praised strength: The emotional journey steals the show. Current price: 4,99€.

Verdict

Puppergeist’s overwhelming positivity (98% positive) proves its formula works—even if the ride is bumpy for a few. Expect a heartwarming, visually delightful sprint that leaves you wanting more.

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Puppergeist: 95/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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