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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Service Pack 1 Processeur : 1.8 GHz or faster processor Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Direct X 9.0c compatible video card DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Any

Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Service Pack 1 Processeur : 2.8 GHz or faster processor Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Direct X 9.0c compatible video card DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Any

Venba

Niche cult favorite
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Released July 31, 2023
sample: 470 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
92/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 92 % · 3,584 reviews (« Very Positive »)
14,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The story, with its layered culinary journey, dominates player discussions—149 positive mentions out of 156. 92 % of all Steam reviews are positive, and the game reached 93 % positivity right after launch. The evocative narrative and flawless audiovisuals keep players engaged, despite some price and content concerns.

What it's about: Préparez de délicieux mets de l'Inde du Sud et suivez le voyage d'une famille d'immigrants dans Venba !

In-game

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« What if I cried? What if I was moved? What if I cry while making dinner tonight??? It's a good experience, callyourmom/10 »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 2 h played1
« A lovely game about culture, about growing apart over time and finding each other again, and about everything we pass on to future generations, all wrapped up in an entertaining cooking game. Works great on the Steam Deck. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 3 h played1
« C'est un jeu court, très doux et dur à la fois. De très beaux graphismes, une musique très sympa et en bonus à la fin on a un petit livre de recettes ! »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2024 · 2 h played
« Sympa, DA très jolie, chouette musique, mais vraiment beaucoup trop rapide. Je l'ai terminé en 1h30, en prenant mon temps pour lire les dialogues, puisque je comprends mal l'anglais. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2023 · 1 h played
« Une belle histoire qui à la fois vous émeut et vous donne faim. Une réussite. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2024 · 1 h played
« Un jeu passionnant, calme, très bien fait et illustré. Les recettes sont alléchantes au possible et le gameplay simple mais bien pensé. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 5 h played
« It is a super cute game with a touching story, cozy vibes and visuals. However, for a game that finishes in 70 minutes 15 euro is not acceptable. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 1 h played1
« Jolie petite histoire très délicate, mais aussi bien trop rapide. Soyons objectif, ça fait quand même cher les 1h30 de jeu... »
👎 anonymous review · Dec 2023 · 1 h played
« L'histoire est très ennuyeuse et le système "die and retry" adapté à un jeu de cuisine est franchement ennuyeux aussi. Je ne recommande pas, c'est une déception. »
👎 anonymous review · Dec 2023 · 2 h played
« Listen, I fully understand and appreciate what the game is trying to accomplish with its narrative, but its just simply not very fun. Big shame as I had every intention to enjoy it. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 1 h played
« Very fun music yet I really cant tell if the writers were going with the story. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 2 h played
« Oui. Peut-être m'essayer aux recettes données dans le jeu. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2025 · 3 h played

In players' words

« What if I cried? What if I was moved? What if I cry while making dinner tonight??? It's a good experience, callyourmom/10 »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 2 h played1
« It is a super cute game with a touching story, cozy vibes and visuals. However, for a game that finishes in 70 minutes 15 euro is not acceptable. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 1 h played1
« A lovely game about culture, about growing apart over time and finding each other again, and about everything we pass on to future generations, all wrapped up in an entertaining cooking game. Works great on the Steam Deck. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 3 h played1
« Jolie petite histoire très délicate, mais aussi bien trop rapide. Soyons objectif, ça fait quand même cher les 1h30 de jeu... »
👎 anonymous review · Dec 2023 · 1 h played
« C'est un jeu court, très doux et dur à la fois. De très beaux graphismes, une musique très sympa et en bonus à la fin on a un petit livre de recettes ! »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2024 · 2 h played
« L'histoire est très ennuyeuse et le système "die and retry" adapté à un jeu de cuisine est franchement ennuyeux aussi. Je ne recommande pas, c'est une déception. »
👎 anonymous review · Dec 2023 · 2 h played
« Sympa, DA très jolie, chouette musique, mais vraiment beaucoup trop rapide. Je l'ai terminé en 1h30, en prenant mon temps pour lire les dialogues, puisque je comprends mal l'anglais. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2023 · 1 h played
« Listen, I fully understand and appreciate what the game is trying to accomplish with its narrative, but its just simply not very fun. Big shame as I had every intention to enjoy it. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 1 h played
« Une belle histoire qui à la fois vous émeut et vous donne faim. Une réussite. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2024 · 1 h played
« Very fun music yet I really cant tell if the writers were going with the story. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 2 h played
« Un jeu passionnant, calme, très bien fait et illustré. Les recettes sont alléchantes au possible et le gameplay simple mais bien pensé. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 5 h played
« Oui. Peut-être m'essayer aux recettes données dans le jeu. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2025 · 3 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
96 % pos · n=156
Gameplay
81 % pos · n=69
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=64
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=37
Content / longevity
61 % pos · n=33
Value for money
30 % pos · n=20
Interface / UX
100 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing15614934
Gameplay695685
Graphics / art646400
Audio / music373700
Content / longevity3320211
Value for money206014
Interface / UX2200
Stability / bugs1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 1.9 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.9 h.

🪤 57 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
92 % (n=260)
2-10h
94 % (n=200)
10-25h
100 % (n=8)
>25h
50 % (n=2)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Jan 2026 : 94% positive94JanFeb 2026 : 92% positive92FebMar 2026 : 93% positive93MarApr 2026 : 88% positive88AprMay 2026 : 93% positive93MayJun 2026 : 92% positive92JunJul 2026 : 93% positive93Jul

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

💶 Price history

€2.06€5.71€9.36€13.01€16.67€3.74

Steam price tracked automatically since Jul 19, 2026 · All-time low: €3.74 (Aug 01, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

10,5 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 15 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 66,1 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Story: 149 positive mentions out of 156;
  • Graphics: 64 positive mentions out of 64;
  • Audio: 37 positive mentions out of 37;
  • Gameplay: 56 positive mentions out of 69;

Weaknesses

  • Content: 20 positive mentions out of 33;
  • Price: 6 positive mentions out of 20;
  • Playtime >25 h: only 2 reviews, 50 % positive;

Who is it for?

This game will appeal to players who enjoy narrative‑rich cooking simulations, appreciate cultural storytelling, and value a polished visual and audio experience.

Is Venba worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 92% of 3,584 Steam reviews are positive (player score 92/100). Most-praised strength: Story. Current price: 14,99€.

Verdict

Venba offers a compelling blend of storytelling and culinary gameplay that has earned a strong positive reception. While some find the price a bit steep and the content limited, the overall package remains highly praised, especially by fans of heartfelt narrative adventures.

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Venba: 92/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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