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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 or higher (64-bit OS Required) Processeur : Intel Core i5-4460 (3.40 GHz) or better; Quad-core or better Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GeForce GTX 970, AMD Radeon R9 290 equivalent or better DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 8 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Network connection required for multiplayer

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

The Lantern of the Laughless Saint

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Released August 17, 2026
ActionAdventureRPGEarly Access
sample: 402 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
87/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 88 % · 534 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 87% positive vs 87% overall (955 recent reviews)
20,49€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Deep within this dark fantasy, players are sticking around past the ten-hour mark where approval leaps to a stellar 98 percent. Post-launch traction settles at an 89 percent positive rate across 402 sampled reviews, building on an 88 percent global Steam score from 534 total ratings.

What it's about: A solo or co-op RPG inspired by Morrowind. Drawn by a shared dream, you awaken on an isolated island crowned by a silent Tower. Unravel the mystery of the Laughless Saint, confront the weight of human desire, and decide what deserves to be saved when the light beneath the world finally stirs.

In-game

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« If you Spam Punch the Dude in the start of the game you Can level your unarm to level 100. 10/10 Broken just like Morrowind »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played16866
« Wait for a while, right now it's pretty bugged, runs weirdly and even crashes on occasion. But still, from what I've seen, it seems like a game very worth keeping eye on. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« Promising but buggy, that to be expeected on early access and day one... The developer fixed all my issues already wow!!!! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 3 h played1
« ♥♥♥♥ YOU TODD HOWARD! ELDER SCROLLS 6 IS TAKING [b]SO LONG[/b] THAT I BOUGHT THIS INSTEAD! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« been waiting for this forever. ♥♥♥♥ YOU TODD HOWARD!!! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« 10/10, Todd wishes he could write something this fresh »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played111
« Runs terribly. Let this one cook for awhile, perhaps one day if they iron out the issues I will try it again, but I can't recommend it in it's current state. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played
« buggy mess, needs a lot of work, shouldve had an open beta, or a cheaper point of entry »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played
« Split screen co-op is unfortunately not in a usable state rn. Refunded, might try again if issues are fixed. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 0 h played
« Game runs poorly. I have an older PC but can still handle most games pretty well. Wait for later build. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 0 h played
« It would have been a fun game but my chud ahh homeboy decided to cheat and ruin the game, Giving himself max stats and the best spells. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played
« An absolute experience to be had. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played1

In players' words

« If you Spam Punch the Dude in the start of the game you Can level your unarm to level 100. 10/10 Broken just like Morrowind »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played16866
« Runs terribly. Let this one cook for awhile, perhaps one day if they iron out the issues I will try it again, but I can't recommend it in it's current state. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played
« Wait for a while, right now it's pretty bugged, runs weirdly and even crashes on occasion. But still, from what I've seen, it seems like a game very worth keeping eye on. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« buggy mess, needs a lot of work, shouldve had an open beta, or a cheaper point of entry »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played
« Promising but buggy, that to be expeected on early access and day one... The developer fixed all my issues already wow!!!! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 3 h played1
« Split screen co-op is unfortunately not in a usable state rn. Refunded, might try again if issues are fixed. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 0 h played
« ♥♥♥♥ YOU TODD HOWARD! ELDER SCROLLS 6 IS TAKING [b]SO LONG[/b] THAT I BOUGHT THIS INSTEAD! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« Game runs poorly. I have an older PC but can still handle most games pretty well. Wait for later build. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 0 h played
« been waiting for this forever. ♥♥♥♥ YOU TODD HOWARD!!! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« It would have been a fun game but my chud ahh homeboy decided to cheat and ruin the game, Giving himself max stats and the best spells. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played
« 10/10, Todd wishes he could write something this fresh »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played111
« An absolute experience to be had. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played1

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
84 % pos · n=116
Stability / bugs
16 % pos · n=67
Story / writing
89 % pos · n=35
Graphics / art
48 % pos · n=33
Multiplayer
73 % pos · n=33
Performance
35 % pos · n=26
Audio / music
75 % pos · n=16
Content / longevity
92 % pos · n=13
Value for money
69 % pos · n=13
Interface / UX
8 % pos · n=12
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay11698612
Stability / bugs67111244
Story / writing353122
Graphics / art3316314
Multiplayer332418
Performance269017
Audio / music161204
Content / longevity131201
Value for money13904
Interface / UX121110

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 4 h on median; those who dislike it: 1 h.

🪤 73 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
76 % (n=125)
2-10h
95 % (n=221)
10-25h
98 % (n=54)
>25h
100 % (n=2)

💶 Price history

€17.42€18.44€19.46€20.48€21.51€18.44

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 20, 2026 · All-time low: €18.44 (Aug 20, 2026)

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Action mechanics anchor the experience, generating 98 positive mentions out of 116.
  • The narrative hooks adventurers successfully, yielding 31 positive mentions out of 35.
  • Multiplayer teamwork hits the mark for many, securing 24 positive mentions out of 33.

Weaknesses

  • Bugs heavily frustrate explorers, contributing to 44 negative mentions out of 67.
  • Technical performance stutters often, registering 17 negative mentions out of 26.
  • Menu navigation frustrates users, with 10 negative mentions out of 12.

Who is it for?

Co-op groups and action RPG veterans who can stomach early-access stumbles for a rich adventure.

Is The Lantern of the Laughless Saint worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 88% of 534 Steam reviews are positive (player score 87/100). Most-praised strength: Action mechanics anchor the experience, generating. Current price: 20,49€.

Verdict

Despite persistent optimization hurdles, the underlying world and mechanics keep pulling players back for hours on end.

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