Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7, 8, 10, 11 Processeur : Dual Core CPU Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : OpenGL 4-compliant onboard graphics DirectX : Version 9.0 Espace disque : 100 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Any Notes supplémentaires : Potat
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire
STONKS-9800: Stock Market Simulator
Players are sinking dozens of hours into tracking tickers and riding market highs, with 165 out of 165 reviews from veterans showing a 96 percent approval rate past the 25-hour mark. Across 3,130 total Steam reviews, the game holds a 95 percent overall positive rating, sustained by 378 post-launch sampled opinions at 92 percent positive.
What it's about: Simulator of an 80s Japanese stock market businessman. Chill, catch a retro vibe and watch your profits grow in the text-based game STONKS-9800.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 81 | 68 | 4 | 9 |
| Content / longevity | 25 | 23 | 2 | 0 |
| Graphics / art | 16 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| Value for money | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Stability / bugs | 7 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Audio / music | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Interface / UX | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Performance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 21 h on median; those who dislike it: 7.7 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 18, 2026 · All-time low: €6.82 (Aug 18, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 266 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 22,3 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Core mechanics hook players deeply, driving 68 positive mentions out of 81 regarding gameplay.
- The simulation hits the right notes with 28 mentions of the stock market and 12 pointing out its addictive nature.
- Atmosphere and presentation shine through, yielding 14 positive mentions out of 16 for the graphics.
- Content depth satisfies traders, counting 23 positive mentions out of 25 for overall volume.
Weaknesses
- Technical stability falters for some, registering 6 negative mentions out of 7 concerning bugs.
- Interface design creates friction, gathering 3 negative mentions out of 5 regarding the UI.
Who is it for?
Sim enthusiasts and number-crunchers looking to gamble virtual fortunes in a retro setting will find endless hours of entertainment here.
Is STONKS-9800: Stock Market Simulator worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 95% of 3,130 Steam reviews are positive (player score 91/100). Most-praised strength: Core mechanics hook players deeply, driving. Current price: 9,75€.
Verdict
STONKS-9800: Stock Market Simulator proves to be a remarkably sticky simulation that rewards prolonged investment despite minor interface hiccups. With an overwhelmingly positive historical rating and deep engagement past the 25-hour threshold, it delivers a rich tycoon experience.
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