Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 x64 Processeur : Intel Core i7-8700K | AMD Ryzen 5 3600X Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 | AMD RX 5700, 8GB VRAM DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 70 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : SSD required. Targeting 1080p \ 30fps on Low preset. The listed specifications were evaluated using TSR and comparable technologies.
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 x64 Processeur : Core i5-14600K | AMD Ryzen 5 7600X Mémoire vive : 32 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | AMD RX7900XT, 12GB VRAM DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 70 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : SSD required. Targeting 1440p \ 60fps on Medium preset. The listed specifications were evaluated using TSR and comparable technologies.
The Sinking City 2
Investigating investigators find themselves wrapped in tentacles and terror as 373 recent reviews yield an 88 percent positive score, building on a robust 89 percent global approval across 525 total evaluations. Players wading deep into the madness discover that sessions lasting between 10 and 25 hours hit the sweet spot, pulling a massive 94 percent positive rating out of 113 recorded journeys.
What it's about: Se déroulant lors des Années folles, The Sinking City 2 est un jeu de survival horror imprégné d’angoisse lovecraftienne. Défiez une déité d’outre-monde et explorez Arkham sous le regard des morts, alors que vous contemplez le poids d’une vie dans la balance du destin.
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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 | 148 | 115 | 9 | 24 |
| Story / writing | 86 | 66 | 7 | 13 |
| Graphics / art | 71 | 66 | 2 | 3 |
| Performance | 35 | 21 | 5 | 9 |
| Audio / music | 27 | 24 | 1 | 2 |
| Content / longevity | 14 | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Interface / UX | 11 | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Value for money | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Stability / bugs | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Multiplayer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 7.8 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.1 h.
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 23 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 14,4 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
6 review videos analyzed: 0 positive6 mixed0 negative
Créateurs et joueurs s'accordent sur les qualités narratives et visuelles du jeu, saluant une ambiance immersive et des graphismes soignés, bien que certains aspects techniques (bugs, performance) soient pointés du doigt des deux côtés. En revanche, l'interface utilisateur, unanimement critiquée par les joueurs, est moins évoquée par les créateurs, qui semblent davantage focalisés sur les problèmes de stabilité et de contenu.
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Strengths
- Visuals immerse players deeply into the nightmare, backed by 66 positive mentions out of 71 regarding the graphics.
- Core mechanics deliver tension and engagement, registering 115 positive mentions out of 148 for gameplay.
- Narrative elements hook the audience effectively, capturing 66 positive mentions out of 86 concerning the story.
- Soundscapes build dread successfully, with 24 positive mentions out of 27 dedicated to audio.
Weaknesses
- Interface design frustrates navigation entirely, generating 11 negative mentions out of 11 for the user interface.
- Technical turbulence hinders some expeditions, marked by 9 negative mentions out of 35 regarding performance.
- Content pacing falters for certain survivors, shown by 6 negative mentions out of 14 for overall content.
Who is it for?
Fans of cosmic horror, moody investigations, and survival action who appreciate a substantial 10 to 25 hour campaign will find plenty to sink their teeth into.
Is The Sinking City 2 worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 89% of 525 Steam reviews are positive (player score 85/100). Most-praised strength: Visuals immerse players deeply into the nightmare, backed by. Current price: 49,99€.
Verdict
Despite undeniable interface hurdles and occasional optimization hiccups, this descent into madness maintains a firm grip on its audience. The striking atmosphere and engaging gameplay carry the weight, translating to a very positive reception overall.
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