Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : 2 GHz Processor Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : DirectX Compatible graphics card with 32 MB of video memory DirectX : Version 9.0 Espace disque : 200 MB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires
Xanthiom Zero
Armed combat and swift metroidvania exploration dominate the adventure, keeping most players hooked in the 2 to 10 hour sweet spot. Across 153 reviews since launch, the game maintains a stellar 95 percent positive rating.
What it's about: Play as Captain Grisham, and uncover the secrets of Planet 4-514 in this thrilling prequel to Side Scape!
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 117 | 108 | 3 | 6 |
| Content / longevity | 43 | 41 | 1 | 1 |
| Graphics / art | 22 | 13 | 5 | 4 |
| Value for money | 20 | 20 | 0 | 0 |
| Audio / music | 17 | 6 | 2 | 9 |
| Story / writing | 14 | 11 | 1 | 2 |
| Interface / UX | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| Performance | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Stability / bugs | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 5.7 h on median; those who dislike it: 24 min.
🪤 57 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Oct 12, 2026 · All-time low: €2.49 (Oct 12, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 10 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 39,7 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Combat mechanics and overall gameplay drive the enthusiasm, with 108 positive mentions out of 117 total.
- The scope of content satisfies players, shown by 41 positive mentions out of 43.
- Value for money is universally praised, backed by 20 positive mentions out of 20.
- Progression and weaponry stand out clearly, supported by 29 keyword citations each for weapons and the metroidvania style.
Weaknesses
- Audio design divides the community, registering 9 negative mentions alongside 6 positive ones out of 17 total.
- Visuals receive mixed reactions, accumulating 5 mixed mentions and 4 negative ones out of 22 total.
- Length can feel restrictive for some, with 31 keyword mentions noting that the experience is short.
Who is it for?
Fans of classic, action-heavy metroidvanias looking for a tightly-paced adventure that won't demand dozens of hours will find an ideal match here.
Is Xanthiom Zero worth it in 2026?
Yes, without reservation for most players: 95% of 153 Steam reviews are positive (player score 91/100). Most-praised strength: Combat mechanics and overall gameplay drive the enthusiasm. Current price: 4,99€.
Verdict
Xanthiom Zero delivers a remarkably polished action-adventure package that wins over the vast majority of its audience. Despite minor complaints regarding the soundtrack and brevity, its core mechanics and pricing secure a well-earned 95 percent positive reception across all 153 post-release reviews.
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