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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 64bit Processeur : Intel Core i5-8400 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 1060 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 60 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 64bit Processeur : Intel Core i5-11500 Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 1660 Super DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 60 GB d'espace disque disponible

Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered

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Released May 27, 2026
sample: 300 reviews posted after launch (82 AI-classified)
79/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 83 % · 300 reviews (« Very Positive »)
61,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Longhaul investment defines this epic, with 255 out of 300 players logging over 25 hours to reach the finish line. Across all 300 post-release reviews, 83 percent rate the experience positively.

What it's about: The Utawarerumono legend reaches a new climax in this sprawling JRPG! As a shadow falls over Yamato once more, Oshtor and friends set out on a fresh adventure—and somewhere, amid white mists, a long slumber approaches its end.

In-game

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« Almost 3 hours in and its like 95% cutscenes. We're so back. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 35 h played
« For now just sharing specs to show that it's running just fine on my PC, no black screens or hitching issues. So far enjoying that it opens directly from where Monochrome left off, excited to really get into it! »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 65 h played
« Peak conclusion to Utawarerumono »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 40 h played
« NPC's have faces from the get go this time. Also loving how much more story is packed into the first four hours this time. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 65 h played
« The game mechanics is much more streamlined than the previous title. The story is pretty good. Hoping that they make some remakes of their older titles using this style of engine. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 62 h played
« Big fan of Utawarerumono and this game is absolute garbage, story is terrible and worthless and the ending is so atrocious. Hard to believe this is in the same series as the previous games »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 34 h played
« its amazing how utterly pointless this game is. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 40 h played
« "I got my joy back" *edit "Kimi ga Tame" playing for the ending scene, well played AquaPlus. The tears wont stop. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 47 h played
« Fan of Utawarerumono series and this one is great »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 2 h played

In players' words

« Almost 3 hours in and its like 95% cutscenes. We're so back. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 35 h played
« Big fan of Utawarerumono and this game is absolute garbage, story is terrible and worthless and the ending is so atrocious. Hard to believe this is in the same series as the previous games »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 34 h played
« For now just sharing specs to show that it's running just fine on my PC, no black screens or hitching issues. So far enjoying that it opens directly from where Monochrome left off, excited to really get into it! »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 65 h played
« its amazing how utterly pointless this game is. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 40 h played
« Peak conclusion to Utawarerumono »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 40 h played
« "I got my joy back" *edit "Kimi ga Tame" playing for the ending scene, well played AquaPlus. The tears wont stop. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 47 h played
« NPC's have faces from the get go this time. Also loving how much more story is packed into the first four hours this time. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 65 h played
« Fan of Utawarerumono series and this one is great »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 2 h played
« The game mechanics is much more streamlined than the previous title. The story is pretty good. Hoping that they make some remakes of their older titles using this style of engine. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 62 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
67 % pos · n=61
Gameplay
71 % pos · n=42
Graphics / art
62 % pos · n=13
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=13
Performance
100 % pos · n=8
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=6
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=4
Interface / UX
100 % pos · n=4
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing6141119
Gameplay423075
Graphics / art13832
Audio / music131300
Performance8800
Stability / bugs6006
Content / longevity4400
Interface / UX4400

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 44 h on median; those who dislike it: 38 h.

<2h
39 % (n=18)
2-10h
71 % (n=14)
10-25h
92 % (n=13)
>25h
87 % (n=255)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📉 Down since launch (-11 pts) — reception has worsened
May 2026 : 82% positive82MayJun 2026 : 85% positive85JunJul 2026 : 71% positive71Jul

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

17,6 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 32 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 58 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Narrative depth drives the journey, securing 41 positive mentions out of 61 total discussions on the story.
  • The soundtrack leaves a stellar impression, gathering 13 positive mentions out of 13 in the audio category.
  • Tactical encounters and mechanics please the crowd with 30 positive mentions out of 42 for gameplay.
  • Smooth execution shines through, backed by 8 positive mentions out of 8 regarding performance.

Weaknesses

  • Technical snags plague certain sessions, resulting in 6 negative mentions out of 6 specifically addressing bugs.
  • Pacing and plot directions divide the audience, contributing to 9 negative mentions out of 61 concerning the story.

Who is it for?

Dedicated RPG veterans and visual novel enthusiasts who crave sprawling fantasy narratives and are willing to commit dozens of hours will find a deeply rewarding epic here.

Is Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 83% of 300 Steam reviews are positive (player score 79/100). Most-praised strength: Narrative depth drives the journey, securing. Current price: 61,99€.

Verdict

Despite isolated technical flaws and narrative divisions, the vast majority of players find the immense time investment well worth it. An 83 percent positive rating across 300 post-release reviews confirms its strong standing.

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