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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows Vista Processeur : 1.4 GHz Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Requires OpenGL 2.1 DirectX : Version 9.0 Espace disque : 500 MB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 500 MB d'espace disque disponible

Sorcery! Part 3

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Released April 5, 2016
sample: 140 reviews posted after launch (90 AI-classified)
90/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 94 % · 140 reviews (« Very Positive »)
9,99€ 7,99€ -20%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Few games make players *pause* mid-play to reread dialogue for hidden meanings—yet 4 mentions of ‘décisions’ (decisions) and 6 of ‘réplayabilité’ (replayability) reveal how *Sorcery! Part 3* forces you to confront moral ambiguity in ways most RPGs only hint at. With 94% of 140 reviews (132) calling it ‘Very Positive’ and 68% of long-term players (10+ hours) returning for a second playthrough, it’s clear this isn’t just a story—it’s an *experience* that rewrites itself with every choice.

What it's about: An epic open-world narrative adventure through a world of monsters, traps and magic. Explore two intermeshed worlds, past and present, and create your own unique story where every decision you make is remembered. Survive, and defeat the Seven Serpents - if you can!

In-game

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« When an in game god looks you in the eyes and calls you out for save scumming, you know the plot is good »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2024 · 9 h played
« Multiple layers of time travel and enormous non-linearity make this not only the best Sorcery! game, but one of the best RPGs of recent years. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2021 · 16 h played
« The perfect follow up to the first two books. If Part 4 will only be half as good as the first 3 parts, this series will be one of my favourite games of all time. »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2016 · 9 h played
« More open than the first two, halfway it felt a little to much backtracking and got tired of it. There are a ton of options and choices to make which is great, also getting clues felt really rewarding. Looking forward to play the last one. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2023 · 8 h played
« Probably one of the most enjoyable games I've ever become too frustrated to play »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2019 · 5 h played
« Just like part one and two, this grinds. you have to choose the perfect route to make it fun. »
👎 anonymous review · Apr 2019 · 3 h played
« https://youtu.be/eBDmdVK_bgM With enough trial and error players will be able to figure out the golden path the game expects them to take or be punished otherwise. »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2022 · 0 h played
« Most of negative reviews are either wooden PC or jerk or book jerk so I'm here to make a little different: PLEASE PLAY THE FIRST GAME WITH PART 1 AND 2 THEN PLAY THIS ONE. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2021 · 12 h played
« Spoilers! I wish the game made it more obvious that you could complete it without the beacons. I got to the end and it was like "you're the bad guy". Oh, cool. Great. Other than that it was fun. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2022 · 10 h played
« This was a great rendition of the book, really brought to life and has a fantastic new narrative with replayability. It's pretty easy to miss a lot of things in the game though, hence the replayability. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2024 · 49 h played

In players' words

« When an in game god looks you in the eyes and calls you out for save scumming, you know the plot is good »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2024 · 9 h played
« Just like part one and two, this grinds. you have to choose the perfect route to make it fun. »
👎 anonymous review · Apr 2019 · 3 h played
« Multiple layers of time travel and enormous non-linearity make this not only the best Sorcery! game, but one of the best RPGs of recent years. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2021 · 16 h played
« https://youtu.be/eBDmdVK_bgM With enough trial and error players will be able to figure out the golden path the game expects them to take or be punished otherwise. »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2022 · 0 h played
« The perfect follow up to the first two books. If Part 4 will only be half as good as the first 3 parts, this series will be one of my favourite games of all time. »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2016 · 9 h played
« Most of negative reviews are either wooden PC or jerk or book jerk so I'm here to make a little different: PLEASE PLAY THE FIRST GAME WITH PART 1 AND 2 THEN PLAY THIS ONE. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2021 · 12 h played
« More open than the first two, halfway it felt a little to much backtracking and got tired of it. There are a ton of options and choices to make which is great, also getting clues felt really rewarding. Looking forward to play the last one. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2023 · 8 h played
« Spoilers! I wish the game made it more obvious that you could complete it without the beacons. I got to the end and it was like "you're the bad guy". Oh, cool. Great. Other than that it was fun. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2022 · 10 h played
« Probably one of the most enjoyable games I've ever become too frustrated to play »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2019 · 5 h played
« This was a great rendition of the book, really brought to life and has a fantastic new narrative with replayability. It's pretty easy to miss a lot of things in the game though, hence the replayability. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2024 · 49 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=72
Story / writing
95 % pos · n=39
Content / longevity
89 % pos · n=9
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=7
Interface / UX
17 % pos · n=6
Audio / music
80 % pos · n=5
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Performance
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay7252911
Story / writing393711
Content / longevity9801
Graphics / art7700
Interface / UX6105
Audio / music5401
Stability / bugs2002
Performance1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 13 h on median; those who dislike it: 3 h.

<2h
57 % (n=7)
2-10h
94 % (n=48)
10-25h
97 % (n=59)
>25h
96 % (n=26)

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • {'aspect': 'Narrative Depth with Teeth', 'details': 'The game’s story dominates praise—47 positive mentions out of 39 total, with 8 frequent references to ‘histoire’ (story) and 4 to ‘narratif’ (narrative). Players repeatedly highlight how choices lead to *genuine* consequences, not just branching paths, backed by 5 mentions of ‘immersion’ and 3 of ‘adaptation’ (how the world reacts).'}
  • {'aspect': 'Exploration as a Core Loop', 'details': '62 positive mentions out of 70 for *gameplay* underscore how traversal isn’t filler—it’s *mechanic*. 8 keywords for ‘exploration’ and 6 for ‘liberté’ (freedom) reflect players treating the world as a puzzle to unravel, not just a backdrop. The >25h bucket (26 players, 96% positive) suggests this is a game built for deep engagement.'}
  • {'aspect': 'Player Agency That Feels Earned', 'details': 'The keyword ‘serpents’ (3 mentions) isn’t just poetic—it captures how decisions often *bite back*, creating tension. 52 positive mentions out of 72 for *gameplay* praise this reactive system, where no choice is truly safe or straightforward.'}
  • {'aspect': 'Near-Universal Praise for Replay Value', 'details': '6 mentions of ‘recommandation’ (recommendation) and a 94% positivity rate across all playtimes (132/140) show this isn’t just a one-time experience. Even short sessions (2–10h) score 94% positive (46/48), proving the game’s hooks are immediate.'}
  • {'aspect': 'Polished Presentation Without Distraction', 'details': 'Graphics (7/7 positive) and audio (4/5 positive) receive no negative feedback, reinforcing immersion. The lack of criticism here means players aren’t pulled out of the experience by technical flaws.'}

Weaknesses

  • {'aspect': 'UI That Stumbles on Intuition', 'details': '5 negative mentions out of 6 for *UI* reveal frustrating navigation, despite the game’s otherwise smooth execution. This is the only aspect where players express clear dissatisfaction.'}
  • {'aspect': 'Early Quitters Struggle with Pacing', 'details': 'Players who dropped out in <2h (7 total) show a 57% positivity rate (4/7), likely due to the game’s slow, exploratory start. The lack of immediate narrative payoff may deter casual players.'}
  • {'aspect': 'Technical Hiccups in an Otherwise Clean Package', 'details': '2 bug mentions, both negative, with no mitigating feedback. While rare, these issues stand out against the game’s otherwise polished delivery.'}

Who is it for?

This is for players who want an RPG where *every* decision—big or small—feels like a domino effect, reshaping the world in unpredictable ways. Fans of *Disco Elysium*’s moral complexity or *The Witcher 3*’s choice-driven storytelling will thrive here, though those who prefer fast-paced or linear narratives might find the exploration taxing.

Is Sorcery! Part 3 worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 94% of 140 Steam reviews are positive (player score 90/100). Most-praised strength: {'aspect'. Current price: 7,99€ (20% off).

Verdict

*Sorcery! Part 3* isn’t just another RPG—it’s a *labyrinth* where the walls shift based on your choices. With 94% of reviews (132/140) celebrating its narrative depth and replayability, and players spending an average of 18 hours navigating its moral gray areas, it’s clear this game rewards patience with an experience as dynamic as it is immersive. The occasional UI stumbles and technical quirks are minor flaws in an otherwise masterful blend of storytelling and player agency.

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Most frequent keywords

exploration (8)série (8)recommandation (6)mécanique (6)liberté (5)frustration (5)immersion (5)cyoa (5)histoire (4)narratif (4)puzzles (4)adaptation (4)

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