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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows (64-bit) 10 Processeur : Intel Core i5 @ 2.5 GHz or equivalent Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 1060 / AMD RX 480 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows (64-bit) 11 Processeur : Intel Core i5 @ 3.0 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 or equivalent Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : RTX 2060 or RX 7600xt or equivalent DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible

Stonewards

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Released August 11, 2026
sample: 307 reviews posted after launch (133 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 310 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 96% positive vs 96% overall (564 recent reviews)
9,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Co‑op mining loops dominate the conversation, with the keyword “coop” appearing 29 times. The game holds a Very Positive rating on Steam, with 96 % of the 307 post‑release reviews expressing approval.

What it's about: AU COMBAT ! Stonewards est un jeu de défense roguelite coopératif à la première personne pour 1 à 4 joueurs. Menez des nains obstinés depuis votre camp pour aider les royaumes voisins, minez des ressources, forgez de puissantes améliorations et tenez la ligne face aux monstres.

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« Absolutely enjoying this game and I am already hooked after just 1½ hour. Can't wait to see what they have in store for this game! Definitely a recommend from me! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 6 h played1
« almost the perfect game. add fishing please »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 5 h played1
« ♥♥♥♥ game, played one run as miner and didn't get offered dig strength, couldn't skip other rings. Update: changing review from not recommended to recommend because this is game of the year »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played1
« jeu sympa pour chill entre pote »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played
« J'ai encore perdu ma vie personnel »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played
« I cant play this game now... It is playable but so incredible barebone that it is boring, I hope it gets way better in the future »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played2
« mid af, there is coop yet I don't see the point, basically a glorified exel roguelite cuz there aren't really any mechanic to master »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played2
« fun game loop at first, but gets too monotonous »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played
« Addicting, fun, the loop is cool and you can play as a dwarf. Great game ! Rock and stone brothers ! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« incroyable, hâte des prochaines mises à jour !!! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 7 h played

In players' words

« Absolutely enjoying this game and I am already hooked after just 1½ hour. Can't wait to see what they have in store for this game! Definitely a recommend from me! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 6 h played1
« I cant play this game now... It is playable but so incredible barebone that it is boring, I hope it gets way better in the future »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played2
« almost the perfect game. add fishing please »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 5 h played1
« mid af, there is coop yet I don't see the point, basically a glorified exel roguelite cuz there aren't really any mechanic to master »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played2
« ♥♥♥♥ game, played one run as miner and didn't get offered dig strength, couldn't skip other rings. Update: changing review from not recommended to recommend because this is game of the year »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played1
« fun game loop at first, but gets too monotonous »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played
« jeu sympa pour chill entre pote »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played
« Addicting, fun, the loop is cool and you can play as a dwarf. Great game ! Rock and stone brothers ! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« J'ai encore perdu ma vie personnel »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played
« incroyable, hâte des prochaines mises à jour !!! »
👍 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
94 % pos · n=125
Multiplayer
85 % pos · n=27
Content / longevity
84 % pos · n=25
Value for money
75 % pos · n=12
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=8
Graphics / art
83 % pos · n=6
Interface / UX
50 % pos · n=4
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=3
Audio / music
67 % pos · n=3
Performance
50 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay12511816
Multiplayer272304
Content / longevity252122
Value for money12903
Stability / bugs8017
Graphics / art6501
Interface / UX4202
Story / writing3300
Audio / music3201
Performance2110

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 6.1 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.1 h.

🪤 67 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
77 % (n=35)
2-10h
98 % (n=207)
10-25h
100 % (n=61)
>25h
100 % (n=4)

💶 Price history

€8.49€8.99€9.49€9.99€10.49€8.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 15, 2026 · All-time low: €8.99 (Aug 15, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,2 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 20 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 30,7 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay is the top‑rated pillar, earning 118 positive mentions out of 125 total.
  • Co‑op multiplayer shines, receiving 23 positive mentions out of 27 and driving the most frequent keyword (29 coop mentions).
  • Content variety is praised, with 21 positive mentions out of 25 references.
  • Graphics receive strong approval, 5 positive mentions out of 6 total.
  • Story receives unanimous praise, 3 positive mentions with no negatives.

Weaknesses

  • Bugs are a clear pain point, 7 negative mentions out of 8 total references.
  • User interface is split, with an equal 2 positive and 2 negative mentions.
  • Price draws some criticism, 3 negative mentions out of 12 references.
  • Audio has minor issues, 1 negative mention out of 3 total.

Who is it for?

Players who enjoy indie action‑adventure games with strong co‑op focus, mining loops, and roguelite progression will find Stonewards appealing, especially those who appreciate dwarven themes and cooperative play.

Is Stonewards worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 96% of 310 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay is the top‑rated pillar, earning. Current price: 9,99€.

Verdict

Overall, Stonewards delivers an exceptionally positive experience, reflected in its 96 % approval rating and strong praise for gameplay, co‑op, and content. However, the bug burden and UI quirks temper the enthusiasm, suggesting the title is best suited for players willing to overlook technical rough edges in exchange for its fun, cooperative adventure.

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Stonewards: 94/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

Most frequent keywords

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