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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 / 11 Processeur : Intel Core i3-2100 or AMD Phenom II X4 965 Mémoire vive : 6 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti, 2 GB or AMD Radeon HD 6950, 2 GB or Intel Arc A380, 6 GB

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 / 11 Processeur : Intel Core i5-3470 or AMD FX-8350 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960, 4 GB or AMD Radeon RX 570, 4 GB or Intel Arc A750, 8 GB

Thirsty Suitors

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Released November 2, 2023
sample: 299 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 299 reviews (« Very Positive »)
Critics' score : 80/100 (Metacritic) · players are more enthusiastic than critics (+14)
28,49€ 14,24€ -50%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Thirsty Suitors’ story weaves humor, emotion, and sharp writing into an RPG fabric so strong that nearly every reviewer who mentions it leaves glowing. Players who dive past the first two hours rarely surface empty-handed: 99% of 163 reviews in the 10-25h bucket are positive.

What it's about: Jala peut-elle apprendre à s'aimer et à guérir les blessures de son passé ? Thirsty Suitors est une aventure pleine de style avec une histoire qui se déroule à travers des combats au tour par tour, du skateboard et de la cuisine.

In-game

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« My mom is slapping my potential lovers with her slipper. I mean you don't need another reason to buy that game, right? Right! »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2023 · 10 h played4322
« it's like scott pilgrim meets persona but somehow gayer than both of those combined »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2025 · 10 h played1
« 10 out of 10 , made me cry, laugh and angry ...emotional damage is real. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2024 · 32 h played1
« i liked this game so much i feel bad for getting it on sale »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2024 · 8 h played
« The Sri Lankan Version of Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World. »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2025 · 11 h played1
« One of the most fun I've had with a game's writing this year, generally fun, really nice LGBTQ+ rep. Gameplay might become a bit repetitive so a warning to that. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2023 · 12 h played1
« Scott Pilgrim meets Persona 5 meets Tony Hawk. »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2024 · 9 h played

In players' words

« My mom is slapping my potential lovers with her slipper. I mean you don't need another reason to buy that game, right? Right! »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2023 · 10 h played4322
« The Sri Lankan Version of Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World. »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2025 · 11 h played1
« it's like scott pilgrim meets persona but somehow gayer than both of those combined »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2025 · 10 h played1
« One of the most fun I've had with a game's writing this year, generally fun, really nice LGBTQ+ rep. Gameplay might become a bit repetitive so a warning to that. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2023 · 12 h played1
« 10 out of 10 , made me cry, laugh and angry ...emotional damage is real. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2024 · 32 h played1
« Scott Pilgrim meets Persona 5 meets Tony Hawk. »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2024 · 9 h played
« i liked this game so much i feel bad for getting it on sale »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2024 · 8 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
Story / writing
93 % pos · n=146
Gameplay
66 % pos · n=122
Graphics / art
98 % pos · n=54
Audio / music
97 % pos · n=36
Content / longevity
64 % pos · n=11
Interface / UX
86 % pos · n=7
Value for money
67 % pos · n=6
Performance
75 % pos · n=4
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing14613619
Gameplay122812714
Graphics / art545301
Audio / music363510
Content / longevity11713
Interface / UX7601
Value for money6402
Performance4301

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 11 h on median; those who dislike it: 6.6 h.

<2h
85 % (n=13)
2-10h
92 % (n=110)
10-25h
99 % (n=163)
>25h
100 % (n=13)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Nov 2023 : 99% positive99NovDec 2023 : 96% positive96DecJan 2024 : 100% positive100Jan

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

5,2 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 26 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 31,3 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The narrative steals the show: 136 positive mentions out of 146
  • Graphics and art style earn near-universal praise: 53 positive mentions out of 54
  • Combat and skateboarding mechanics blend seamlessly into the fun: 81 positive out of 122 gameplay mentions
  • Audio and music score top marks: 35 positive out of 36
  • Emotional depth resonates deeply: 16 mentions tagged as emotional sit among the top keywords

Weaknesses

  • UI and menus draw a few complaints: 1 negative out of 7 mentions
  • Price gets mixed feedback, though most comments stay neutral: 4 positive out of 6
  • Content depth is rarely criticized but also rarely celebrated: 7 positive out of 11 mentions

Who is it for?

Fans of narrative-driven action-RPGs who savor humor and heart will feel at home. Skateboarding enthusiasts who want story and style in one package will also love it.

Is Thirsty Suitors worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 96% of 299 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: The narrative steals the show. Current price: 14,24€ (50% off).

Verdict

Thirsty Suitors delivers a rare fusion of emotion, humor, and skate-fueled combat that keeps players engaged for double-digit hours. Its visual charm and writing elevate it above most indie RPGs, making the 96% positive rating entirely deserved.

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Thirsty Suitors: 94/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

Most frequent keywords

humour (27)skate (24)écriture (16)émotion (16)art (13)cuisine (13)représentation (12)rpg (12)personnages (12)combat (11)musique (10)style (10)

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