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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10/11 Processeur : Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1660 Ti (or equivalent) DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10/11 Processeur : AMD Ryzen 7 3700X Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : RTX 3060 Ti (or equivalent) DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : SSD recommended

Taival

Niche cult favorite
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Released July 14, 2026
sample: 169 reviews posted after launch (86 AI-classified)
80/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 85 % · 169 reviews (« Very Positive »)
📈 Improving — recent reviews (30d): 98% positive vs 83% overall (52 recent reviews)
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Players are sticking around for the long haul, with those sinking over 25 hours into the journey recording a flawless 100 percent satisfaction rate. Across all post-release feedback, Taival maintains an 85 percent positive rating from 169 reviews.

What it's about: Play together on the couch or online - or both at once. Taival is a cozy co-op adventure where you and up to 3 friends explore a handcrafted world alongside your shapeshifting companion. Discover new forms, progress through narrative quests, and make the journey your own.

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« If you like games like Portal Knights or Minecraft with actual RPG progression this is a must try »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 4 h played1
« I like it! I played with my boys (12 years old) and we have lots of fun. World is fun to explore! And graphics are moody! »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 2 h played
« Was waiting for this since 2015. Thank you for your great work and making this real. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 13 h played
« great game and dont trust the bad reviews »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 2 h played
« It's a pretty funny Minecraft-style game with interesting mechanics but not very good optimization, I hope it will be fixed soon. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« theres alot of bugs in the game and there was one where if you become a skeleton after like 15 mins you wont be able to attack, roll. sprint, or jump »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 1 h played1
« Play 10 second entounter 30 bug »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 0 h played1
« game is good in a whole but the combat is honestly awful enemies hit too fast for the slow roll, and it feels too glitchy when you swing it has some flaws for sure. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 3 h played
« Just started playing, but this game is fantastic. Gorgeous environments, adorable creatures, rolling for days. Can't wait to dig in more! »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 1 h played
« The world is absolutely gorgeous and has tons of small details that make it feel genuinely alive. The atmosphere - especially the music - really pulls you in and makes you want to explore. I'm excited to uncover more and finish the game. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 1 h played

In players' words

« If you like games like Portal Knights or Minecraft with actual RPG progression this is a must try »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 4 h played1
« theres alot of bugs in the game and there was one where if you become a skeleton after like 15 mins you wont be able to attack, roll. sprint, or jump »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 1 h played1
« I like it! I played with my boys (12 years old) and we have lots of fun. World is fun to explore! And graphics are moody! »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 2 h played
« Play 10 second entounter 30 bug »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 0 h played1
« Was waiting for this since 2015. Thank you for your great work and making this real. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 13 h played
« game is good in a whole but the combat is honestly awful enemies hit too fast for the slow roll, and it feels too glitchy when you swing it has some flaws for sure. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 3 h played
« great game and dont trust the bad reviews »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 2 h played
« Just started playing, but this game is fantastic. Gorgeous environments, adorable creatures, rolling for days. Can't wait to dig in more! »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 1 h played
« It's a pretty funny Minecraft-style game with interesting mechanics but not very good optimization, I hope it will be fixed soon. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« The world is absolutely gorgeous and has tons of small details that make it feel genuinely alive. The atmosphere - especially the music - really pulls you in and makes you want to explore. I'm excited to uncover more and finish the game. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 1 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
85 % pos · n=67
Graphics / art
84 % pos · n=25
Stability / bugs
13 % pos · n=23
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=23
Content / longevity
88 % pos · n=16
Audio / music
82 % pos · n=11
Story / writing
56 % pos · n=9
Performance
67 % pos · n=6
Value for money
100 % pos · n=4
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay675737
Graphics / art252104
Stability / bugs233812
Multiplayer232300
Content / longevity161411
Audio / music11911
Story / writing9522
Performance6402
Value for money4400
Interface / UX2002

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 3.8 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.2 h.

🪤 54 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
68 % (n=44)
2-10h
88 % (n=95)
10-25h
95 % (n=22)
>25h
100 % (n=8)

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Cooperative play emerges as a massive hit, drawing 23 positive mentions out of 23 total without a single complaint.
  • The core mechanics drive the experience forward, earning 57 positive mentions out of 67 total.
  • Visuals charm the community, securing 21 positive mentions out of 25 total.
  • Overall adventure content satisfies many, reflected in 14 positive mentions out of 16 total.
  • Sound design pulls players in effectively, accounting for 9 positive mentions out of 11 total.

Weaknesses

  • Technical instability frustrates users, generating 12 negative mentions and 8 mixed out of 23 total bug reports.
  • User interface elements miss the mark, resulting in 2 negative mentions out of 2 total.

Who is it for?

Casual adventurers and groups looking for a cooperative voxel RPG to explore together will find plenty to love here, provided they can overlook technical hiccups.

Is Taival worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 85% of 169 Steam reviews are positive (player score 80/100). Most-praised strength: Cooperative play emerges as a massive hit, drawing. Current price: 20,49€.

Verdict

Taival delivers a captivating cooperative loop that keeps players engaged for dozens of hours despite technical bumps in the road. With an 85 percent positive post-release reception across 169 reviews, it stands as a solid indie adventure worth diving into.

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