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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64bit Processeur : Intel Celeron G1820 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel HD Graphics 4000 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 7 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX Compatible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64bit Processeur : Intel Core i3-3220 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 7 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX Compatible

Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth

Niche cult favorite
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Released January 23, 2020
sample: 404 reviews posted after launch (134 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 1,513 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
33,99€ 16,99€ -50%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A massive time sink where 381 players out of 404 logged over 25 hours just to witness the grand finale. The journey commands immense loyalty, reflected in a 95 percent approval rating across 404 sampled reviews post-launch.

What it's about: Haku has sacrificed a lot to inherit a mask. With his natural wiles and the reputation of his departed friend, he strikes out on the path to a new future. The curtains rise on an era of strife that will shake Yamato to its very foundations.

In-game

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« Toujours beaucoup trop bien pour le commun des mortels ! »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2020 · 64 h played1
« pinnacle of the visual novel medium. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 132 h played1
« Haku is speaking, listen and learn 10/10, life changing story, Incredible conclusion to an already amazing story, top cast, top music, must play series »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2025 · 70 h played1
« How did i spent a solid 110+ hours for this game, idk. Nice game and 10/10 cast. Kuon best girl. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 114 h played1
« I'm gonna kill myself if I have to be introduced to another reincarnation of Mr. Narcissus as evil boss. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2024 · 93 h played
« It broke my heart. But it is one of the best VNs I've read. It has some pacing problems and some fights are quite annoying, yeah, but the game is completely worth experiencing, especially if you like the previous 2. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 79 h played1
« The best SRPG series I have stumbled upon yet. You have to do your fair share of reading, but the gameplay is all worth it. (and so is the story) »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 92 h played1
« This person was, without a doubt, one of the Utawarerumono. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2023 · 78 h played6422

In players' words

« Toujours beaucoup trop bien pour le commun des mortels ! »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2020 · 64 h played1
« I'm gonna kill myself if I have to be introduced to another reincarnation of Mr. Narcissus as evil boss. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2024 · 93 h played
« pinnacle of the visual novel medium. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 132 h played1
« It broke my heart. But it is one of the best VNs I've read. It has some pacing problems and some fights are quite annoying, yeah, but the game is completely worth experiencing, especially if you like the previous 2. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 79 h played1
« Haku is speaking, listen and learn 10/10, life changing story, Incredible conclusion to an already amazing story, top cast, top music, must play series »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2025 · 70 h played1
« The best SRPG series I have stumbled upon yet. You have to do your fair share of reading, but the gameplay is all worth it. (and so is the story) »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 92 h played1
« How did i spent a solid 110+ hours for this game, idk. Nice game and 10/10 cast. Kuon best girl. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 114 h played1
« This person was, without a doubt, one of the Utawarerumono. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2023 · 78 h played6422

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=125
Gameplay
83 % pos · n=46
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=26
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=9
Content / longevity
75 % pos · n=8
Value for money
100 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Interface / UX
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing12511645
Gameplay463853
Audio / music262600
Graphics / art9900
Content / longevity8611
Value for money2200
Stability / bugs1001
Interface / UX1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 55 h on median; those who dislike it: 52 h.

<2h
0 % (n=1)
2-10h
75 % (n=8)
10-25h
86 % (n=14)
>25h
96 % (n=381)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Nov 2023 : 100% positive100NovFeb 2024 : 94% positive94FebJul 2024 : 94% positive94JulAug 2024 : 100% positive100AugSep 2024 : 94% positive94SepMay 2026 : 93% positive93MayJun 2026 : 100% positive100Jun

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

5,1 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 57 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 50,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The narrative serves as the ultimate crown jewel with 116 positive mentions out of 125 driving the emotional core.
  • Soundtracks leave a lasting impression, earning 26 positive mentions out of 26 without a single complaint.
  • Tactical encounters mesh smoothly with the adventure, gathering 38 positive mentions out of 46.
  • Visual presentation delights followers, scoring 9 positive mentions out of 9.

Weaknesses

  • Narrative pacing falters for a tiny fraction, registering 5 negative mentions out of 125.
  • Combat mechanics receive minor friction, registering 3 negative mentions out of 46.

Who is it for?

Dedicated visual novel enthusiasts and strategy RPG veterans invested in multi-game epics will find a deeply rewarding conclusion here.

Is Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 96% of 1,513 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: The narrative serves as the ultimate crown jewel. Current price: 16,99€ (50% off).

Verdict

This magnificent finale successfully ties up a legendary trilogy, winning over dedicated fans with stellar audio and unforgettable storytelling. Backed by 96 percent overall positivity on Steam, it stands as a triumph of narrative-driven design.

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