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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10, 11 x64 Processeur : 2.0 Ghz or higher Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : DX11, DX12 or Vulkan capable GPUs Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Sludgineers

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Released August 25, 2026
sample: 295 reviews posted after launch (113 AI-classified)
78/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 82 % · 297 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 86% positive vs 80% overall (1,491 recent reviews)
6,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Short, bite‑size play sessions dominate the conversation – the word “court” appears 40 times in player chatter – yet the loop is addictive enough that 263 reviewers logged 2‑10 hours each. Overall the game sits at a Very Positive 82 % approval across 297 Steam reviews, with most praise aimed at its core gameplay loop.

What it's about: Dans ce jeu incrémental actif, vous nettoyez, collectez et raffinez la pollution. Parcourez la campagne, gagnez de l’argent et des ressources, bâtissez une raffinerie, traitez les matériaux, améliorez votre équipement, débloquez de nouvelles zones et accomplissez des quêtes.

In-game

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« I started it, went non verbal and before I knew it 3.5 hours had passed. There’s way more depth than I expected and had a blast discovering the upgrades and finishing levels. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 3 h played1
« Had an absolute blast sucking and jacking. Couldn't stop until I finished (100% achievements). 11/10. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 10 h played1
« I'm having fun cleaning up all this mess. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« one of the incremental relaxing game you have to play trust me I refunded many game »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played1
« un peu trop rapide mais reste sympa A obtenir sur ou avec un bundle »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 6 h played
« Very satisfying game with some pretty interesting and unique mechanics. Progression is rewarding and the art is very pretty. I play a LOT of these kinds of games and this one definitely stands out. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played
« Way too short, took me 3 hours to complete and with just over half the tech tree researched. Incrementals nowadays come with so little content and progression. Grim stuff »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 3 h played711
« Petit jeu sympa qui peut vous faire tenir 3 ou 4h. Bien fait, mignon, MAIS attendez une promo, il ne vaut vraiment pas ses 7€ de base, je ne peux pas le conseiller à ce prix. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 3 h played
« It's okay but the Steam Fest demo gave just about everything this has to give. As with many such games it fails to evolve itself. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played
« Too short, completed game with only half the upgrades in ~2hrs. Just a boring grind, repeating last level over and over to unlock everything for achievements. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 5 h played
« It’s very grindy and short (4-5 hours to finish the game, then you can grind more for achievements I guess.) I would only recommend if you are very bored and at -50%. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 9 h played
« Looks simple, but actually a pretty darn good game with quite a bit to offer. For the price, you can't beat it. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 7 h played

In players' words

« I started it, went non verbal and before I knew it 3.5 hours had passed. There’s way more depth than I expected and had a blast discovering the upgrades and finishing levels. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 3 h played1
« Way too short, took me 3 hours to complete and with just over half the tech tree researched. Incrementals nowadays come with so little content and progression. Grim stuff »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 3 h played711
« Had an absolute blast sucking and jacking. Couldn't stop until I finished (100% achievements). 11/10. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 10 h played1
« Petit jeu sympa qui peut vous faire tenir 3 ou 4h. Bien fait, mignon, MAIS attendez une promo, il ne vaut vraiment pas ses 7€ de base, je ne peux pas le conseiller à ce prix. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 3 h played
« I'm having fun cleaning up all this mess. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« It's okay but the Steam Fest demo gave just about everything this has to give. As with many such games it fails to evolve itself. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played
« one of the incremental relaxing game you have to play trust me I refunded many game »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played1
« Too short, completed game with only half the upgrades in ~2hrs. Just a boring grind, repeating last level over and over to unlock everything for achievements. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 5 h played
« un peu trop rapide mais reste sympa A obtenir sur ou avec un bundle »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 6 h played
« It’s very grindy and short (4-5 hours to finish the game, then you can grind more for achievements I guess.) I would only recommend if you are very bored and at -50%. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 9 h played
« Very satisfying game with some pretty interesting and unique mechanics. Progression is rewarding and the art is very pretty. I play a LOT of these kinds of games and this one definitely stands out. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played
« Looks simple, but actually a pretty darn good game with quite a bit to offer. For the price, you can't beat it. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 7 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
87 % pos · n=99
Content / longevity
22 % pos · n=83
Value for money
72 % pos · n=32
Graphics / art
94 % pos · n=18
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=7
Performance
40 % pos · n=5
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=1
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay9986211
Content / longevity83181055
Value for money322309
Graphics / art181710
Audio / music7700
Performance5203
Story / writing1100
Stability / bugs1010

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 4.6 h on median; those who dislike it: 4 h.

<2h
59 % (n=22)
2-10h
83 % (n=263)
10-25h
90 % (n=10)

💶 Price history

€5.09€5.69€6.29€6.89€7.49€5.59

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 27, 2026 · All-time low: €5.59 (Aug 27, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

12,7 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 25 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 50,6 % of players.

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Strengths

  • Gameplay leads the praise with 86 positive mentions out of 99 total
  • Graphics receive near‑universal approval – 17 positive mentions out of 18
  • Audio is unanimously praised, 7 positive mentions with no negatives
  • Price is viewed favorably, 23 positive mentions out of 32
  • The core grind feels satisfying, reflected by 10 mentions of “satisfaisant” and 11 of “grind”

Weaknesses

  • Content depth falls short: only 18 positive mentions out of 83, while 55 reviewers flagged it as negative and 10 were mixed
  • Performance hiccups surface for a minority, with 3 negative mentions against 2 positive in the performance category
  • Several players lament the game’s length, evidenced by 9 mentions of “trop court” and a total of zero reviews beyond 25 hours
  • Story is virtually absent, with just a single mention, offering little narrative hook

Who is it for?

Players who enjoy quick, incremental simulation loops and don’t demand extensive story or massive content will find Sludgineers rewarding. It also appeals to those who appreciate a light‑hearted, budget‑friendly experience despite occasional performance quirks.

Is Sludgineers worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 82% of 297 Steam reviews are positive (player score 78/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay leads the praise. Current price: 6,99€.

Verdict

Sludgineers delivers a tightly tuned, enjoyable core loop that resonates with casual gamers, earning an 82 % positive rating on Steam. However, its limited content breadth and occasional performance issues may leave players craving more depth after the initial grind. For fans of short, satisfying sessions, the strengths outweigh the drawbacks.

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Sludgineers: 78/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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