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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Dual Core 2.4 GHz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 1GB VRAM Espace disque : 250 MB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Dual Core 3.0 GHz+ Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 2GB VRAM Espace disque : 250 MB d'espace disque disponible

Void War

Niche cult favorite
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Released June 2, 2025
sample: 470 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
93/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 94 % · 3,897 reviews (« Very Positive »)
19,50€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Players are pouring hundreds of hours into Void War, with 287 of them clocking in over 25 hours of playtime, a testament to the game's ability to captivate and retain its audience. This depth of engagement is supported by strong reception figures, with 94% of reviews being positive. The game's post-release reception has been equally impressive, with 94% of 470 sampled reviews being positive.

What it's about: Command an ancient starship and fight your way to the heart of a dying Empire. Fend off attacks from demented cultists, craven space pirates, and xenophobic Imperial soldiers. Discover powerful artifacts and use them to build your ship into a fearsome war engine.

In-game

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« 99% rip off of FTL mechanics with 95% rip off of 40k aethstetic and lore. 100% would buy again. please release more. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 50 h played2111
« Final boss, we both had 4 hull integrity left after a long and bitter fight. I sent my commander into the enemy ship to fight the death cult champion. We fought until both our ships blew up. It was so epic, I highly recommend this game. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 108 h played11
« I was not expecting to see Shinji in my legally-distinct-not-40k, FTL-inspired boarding simulator. So I killed him with a squad of gene-enhanced Interstellar Riflemen. I love this game. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 21 h played2111
« Look, it's legally distinct FTL combined with legally distinct 40k. You know this is gonna be good. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2026 · 59 h played1
« Great game, Screw Games Workshop. The dev's did a better job at Grimdark than they can right now, so they hit them with the lawyers. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2026 · 10 h played121
« A nice little roguelike game that you can quickly play in between other activities, set in a dystopian world. Very well done, so well in fact that some greedy tabletop manufacturer thought it was their own work. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2026 · 7 h played51
« What if we took all of the complaints from the final fight in FTL and made them worse? Brilliant. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 13 h played1
« meh it's just the same game. try harder next time. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 1 h played11
« this games is great. you will get Stockholm syndrome from playing it. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 97 h played1
« No "are you sure" for discard is dog brain stupid »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 0 h played1
« Sympa mais pas au niveau de FTL plus de 10 ans après pour un prix doublé. La RNG des marchands fait ou défait ta partie. »
👎 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 32 h played
« I had absolutely no intentions of buying this game. Then I heard Games Workshop tried to shut it down. I picked up the game soon after and I have to say - This game is a lot of fun. Good little game to kill time with. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2026 · 4 h played5

In players' words

« 99% rip off of FTL mechanics with 95% rip off of 40k aethstetic and lore. 100% would buy again. please release more. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 50 h played2111
« What if we took all of the complaints from the final fight in FTL and made them worse? Brilliant. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 13 h played1
« Final boss, we both had 4 hull integrity left after a long and bitter fight. I sent my commander into the enemy ship to fight the death cult champion. We fought until both our ships blew up. It was so epic, I highly recommend this game. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 108 h played11
« meh it's just the same game. try harder next time. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 1 h played11
« I was not expecting to see Shinji in my legally-distinct-not-40k, FTL-inspired boarding simulator. So I killed him with a squad of gene-enhanced Interstellar Riflemen. I love this game. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 21 h played2111
« this games is great. you will get Stockholm syndrome from playing it. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 97 h played1
« Look, it's legally distinct FTL combined with legally distinct 40k. You know this is gonna be good. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2026 · 59 h played1
« No "are you sure" for discard is dog brain stupid »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 0 h played1
« Great game, Screw Games Workshop. The dev's did a better job at Grimdark than they can right now, so they hit them with the lawyers. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2026 · 10 h played121
« Sympa mais pas au niveau de FTL plus de 10 ans après pour un prix doublé. La RNG des marchands fait ou défait ta partie. »
👎 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 32 h played
« A nice little roguelike game that you can quickly play in between other activities, set in a dystopian world. Very well done, so well in fact that some greedy tabletop manufacturer thought it was their own work. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2026 · 7 h played51
« I had absolutely no intentions of buying this game. Then I heard Games Workshop tried to shut it down. I picked up the game soon after and I have to say - This game is a lot of fun. Good little game to kill time with. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2026 · 4 h played5

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
94 % pos · n=160
Content / longevity
78 % pos · n=27
Story / writing
92 % pos · n=26
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=7
Value for money
67 % pos · n=6
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=5
Interface / UX
50 % pos · n=4
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay16015136
Content / longevity272133
Story / writing262402
Graphics / art7700
Value for money6411
Audio / music5500
Interface / UX4202
Performance1100
Stability / bugs1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 35 h on median; those who dislike it: 13 h.

<2h
50 % (n=8)
2-10h
90 % (n=62)
10-25h
95 % (n=113)
>25h
97 % (n=287)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Jun 2025 : 100% positive100JunOct 2025 : 100% positive100OctNov 2025 : 89% positive89NovMar 2026 : 90% positive90MarApr 2026 : 94% positive94AprMay 2026 : 94% positive94MayJun 2026 : 100% positive100JunJul 2026 : 92% positive92JulAug 2026 : 89% positive89Aug

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

💶 Price history

€13.65€15.35€17.06€18.76€20.47€14.62

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 14, 2026 · All-time low: €14.62 (Aug 14, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

1,3 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 38 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 9,2 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay dominates the praise: 151 positive mentions out of 160
  • High player engagement: 287 players have spent more than 25 hours playing, with a 97% positive review rate
  • Strong narrative: 24 positive mentions out of 26 for the story
  • Well-received audio and graphics: 5 positive mentions out of 5 for audio and 7 positive mentions out of 7 for graphics

Weaknesses

  • Limited feedback on performance: only 1 mention, which was positive
  • Some negative comments on content: 3 negative mentions out of 27
  • Minor issues with bugs and UI: 1 negative mention out of 1 for bugs and 2 negative mentions out of 4 for UI

Who is it for?

Void War is ideal for fans of adventure, RPG, and simulation games, particularly those who enjoy strategic gameplay and are looking for a game that can keep them engaged for dozens of hours. The game's grimdark setting and Warhammer 40k-inspired elements will also appeal to fans of the franchise.

Is Void War worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 94% of 3,897 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates the praise. Current price: 19,50€.

Verdict

With its engaging gameplay, strong narrative, and well-received audio and graphics, Void War is a must-play for fans of the genres. While there may be some minor issues with content, bugs, and UI, the game's overall quality and player investment make it a standout title. As the game continues to receive updates and improvements, it is likely to remain a top choice for players seeking a immersive and challenging experience.

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