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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 (64bit) Processeur : Intel Core 2 Duo E5200 Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce 9800GTX+ (1GB) DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 15 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (64bit) Processeur : Intel Core i5 Mémoire vive : 8 GB ОЗУ GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 560 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 15 GB d'espace disque disponible

Volkolak: The Will of Gods

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Released August 24, 2026
sample: 13 reviews posted after launch (11 AI-classified)
89/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 92 % · 266 reviews (« Very Positive »)
16,49€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Most sampled players finish Volkolak within 2 to 10 hours, with only one exceeding that mark. Combat and atmosphere dominate praise, while content length and UI issues surface as minor drawbacks.

What it's about: Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a warrior, a werewolf, or join the darkness.

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« bought it as a joke, stayed because it’s genuinely a great metroidvania. big W‍ »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 6 h played1
« Visuals and OST completely carried the game for me, ngl. I usually hate soulslikes/hard games, but this one lowkey hooked me. ‍ »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 4 h played1
« This game actually surprised me tbh. Thought I’d drop it instantly, but the Slavic setting is so hype. Sick project, huge W for the devs!‍ »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 8 h played1
« I’d literally sell my soul for this art design, the areas look gorgeous and creepy af. Combat turned out to be kinda clunky, but magic looks sick and the skill animations are top-tier. Overall, pretty good. ‍ »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played1
« A dark Slavic fantasy with a tough combat system. The location designs are gorgeous, and the old-school gameplay vibe is guaranteed 100% »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 6 h played
« It's highly unpolished! Hitboxes are atrocious. Performance is a disaster. Broderline unplayable. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« Hard to control, very slow gameplay, stuck sometimes on LOADING, feel not finished game, got tired and bored in the first hour »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 1 h played
« stunning art style and the music goes so hard. highly recommend!!‍ »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played1
« So far really great feels like a Slavic castlevania »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 0 h played11

In players' words

« bought it as a joke, stayed because it’s genuinely a great metroidvania. big W‍ »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 6 h played1
« It's highly unpolished! Hitboxes are atrocious. Performance is a disaster. Broderline unplayable. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« Visuals and OST completely carried the game for me, ngl. I usually hate soulslikes/hard games, but this one lowkey hooked me. ‍ »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 4 h played1
« Hard to control, very slow gameplay, stuck sometimes on LOADING, feel not finished game, got tired and bored in the first hour »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 1 h played
« This game actually surprised me tbh. Thought I’d drop it instantly, but the Slavic setting is so hype. Sick project, huge W for the devs!‍ »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 8 h played1
« stunning art style and the music goes so hard. highly recommend!!‍ »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played1
« I’d literally sell my soul for this art design, the areas look gorgeous and creepy af. Combat turned out to be kinda clunky, but magic looks sick and the skill animations are top-tier. Overall, pretty good. ‍ »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played1
« So far really great feels like a Slavic castlevania »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 0 h played11
« A dark Slavic fantasy with a tough combat system. The location designs are gorgeous, and the old-school gameplay vibe is guaranteed 100% »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 6 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
Gameplay
73 % pos · n=11
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=3
Content / longevity
33 % pos · n=3
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=2
Value for money
100 % pos · n=2
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=1
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay11803
Story / writing3300
Content / longevity3102
Graphics / art2200
Value for money2200
Audio / music1100
Interface / UX1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 5.7 h on median; those who dislike it: 2.6 h.

🪤 43 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
100 % (n=2)
2-10h
100 % (n=10)
10-25h
100 % (n=1)

💶 Price history

€9.85€11.72€13.60€15.47€17.35€10.71

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 25, 2026 · All-time low: €10.71 (Oct 03, 2026)

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Strengths

  • Combat is a clear highlight: 8 of 11 gameplay mentions are positive, praising its feel and variety.
  • Story earns unanimous approval, with all 3 mentions positive, often tied to the mythological theme.
  • Visuals and audio both receive positive feedback (2 and 1 mentions respectively), contributing to a strong ambiance.
  • Price is considered fair, with 2 positive mentions, suggesting good value for the short runtime.

Weaknesses

  • Content length is a concern: 2 of 3 mentions are negative, indicating the game may feel too brief.
  • UI receives one negative mention, potentially affecting navigation or readability.
  • Gameplay has 3 negative mentions out of 11, suggesting some players found certain mechanics or pacing less satisfying.

Who is it for?

Action-adventure fans who enjoy a compact, mythology-inspired experience with strong combat will likely find Volkolak rewarding. Those seeking a lengthy campaign or deep progression may be left wanting.

Is Volkolak: The Will of Gods worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 92% of 266 Steam reviews are positive (player score 89/100). Most-praised strength: Combat is a clear highlight. Current price: 16,49€.

Verdict

Volkolak delivers a tight, atmospheric adventure with excellent combat and story, but its short length and minor UI flaws prevent it from reaching greatness. It's a solid indie pick for a focused weekend playthrough.

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