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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : Intel 3rd generation Core (ie. Core i7-3770) or higher Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel HD 4000 or higher Espace disque : 723 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Integrated

Trombone Champ

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Released September 15, 2022
sample: 495 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
97/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 98 % · 11,105 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
12,49€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Humor and rhythm are the game's beating heart, with the keyword 'humour' surfacing 67 times and 'rythme' 55 times in player discussions. Across 11,105 Steam reviews the title enjoys an overwhelming 98% positive rating, and every player who logged over 25 hours reported a perfect 100% satisfaction rate.

What it's about: Honk, blow, & toot your way through over 60 songs, collect all 50 unique Tromboner Cards, and uncover the mysteries of the Trombiverse. Do you have what it takes to become the true Trombone Champ?

In-game

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« this is either the best fifteen dollars ever spent or the worst fifteen dollars ever spent... after a week of playing my dog ran away. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played1
« a very normal game about a trombone player. that's it. nothing else happens in this game. there are no comedic elements what. so. ever. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played1
« As a trombone maker and player, i can confirm that the fun facts in between the levels are totally and undeniably factual. If someone disagrees, ♥♥♥ (keep yourself safe) because i will find you. »
👍 anonymous review · 45 h played1
« Je peux enfin jouer le generique de Pat’Patrouille au trombone pour mes enfants. Wlh frr c tro bi1 »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« le jeu de rythme le plus neuneu auquel j'ai joué :D j'approuve »
👍 anonymous review · 18 h played
« Quand j'ai envie de m'arracher les boules, ce jeu me détend très rapidement ! J'approuve ! »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Pouet Pouet mono-touche horripilant et cheap qui clone les autres succès du genre mini-games jusqu'à la bande-son dans les menus. Le gameplay a la profondeur d'une flaque. In english : This Clicker is worst than Tap Ninja »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Une idée simple qui n'est malheureusement pas poussée très loin. Le choix des musiques est ennuyant, même si avec des mods on peut avoir un grand choix, les gens ne savent VRAIMENT pas faire des maps correctement. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Why are the mouse controls in reverse? (I would've still played it for 1 song lol) »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« I will never play this game again I enter the settings and then I couldn't leave »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Je recommande. Etant d'une nullité abyssale au solfège, je peux maintenant mettre a profit mon absence de talent au travers d'un jeu. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played

In players' words

« this is either the best fifteen dollars ever spent or the worst fifteen dollars ever spent... after a week of playing my dog ran away. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played1
« Pouet Pouet mono-touche horripilant et cheap qui clone les autres succès du genre mini-games jusqu'à la bande-son dans les menus. Le gameplay a la profondeur d'une flaque. In english : This Clicker is worst than Tap Ninja »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« a very normal game about a trombone player. that's it. nothing else happens in this game. there are no comedic elements what. so. ever. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played1
« Une idée simple qui n'est malheureusement pas poussée très loin. Le choix des musiques est ennuyant, même si avec des mods on peut avoir un grand choix, les gens ne savent VRAIMENT pas faire des maps correctement. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« As a trombone maker and player, i can confirm that the fun facts in between the levels are totally and undeniably factual. If someone disagrees, ♥♥♥ (keep yourself safe) because i will find you. »
👍 anonymous review · 45 h played1
« Why are the mouse controls in reverse? (I would've still played it for 1 song lol) »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Je peux enfin jouer le generique de Pat’Patrouille au trombone pour mes enfants. Wlh frr c tro bi1 »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« I will never play this game again I enter the settings and then I couldn't leave »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« le jeu de rythme le plus neuneu auquel j'ai joué :D j'approuve »
👍 anonymous review · 18 h played
« Je recommande. Etant d'une nullité abyssale au solfège, je peux maintenant mettre a profit mon absence de talent au travers d'un jeu. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Quand j'ai envie de m'arracher les boules, ce jeu me détend très rapidement ! J'approuve ! »
👍 anonymous review · 5 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
94 % pos · n=155
Content / longevity
86 % pos · n=36
Audio / music
95 % pos · n=22
Story / writing
79 % pos · n=19
Interface / UX
55 % pos · n=11
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=6
Value for money
75 % pos · n=4
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Performance
0 % pos · n=1
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay15514672
Content / longevity363114
Audio / music222101
Story / writing191531
Interface / UX11605
Graphics / art6600
Value for money4301
Stability / bugs2002
Performance1001
Multiplayer1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 7.9 h on median; those who dislike it: 54 min.

🪤 60 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
83 % (n=53)
2-10h
98 % (n=252)
10-25h
99 % (n=147)
>25h
100 % (n=43)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Feb 2026 : 97% positive97FebMar 2026 : 98% positive98MarApr 2026 : 95% positive95AprMay 2026 : 98% positive98MayJun 2026 : 93% positive93JunJul 2026 : 98% positive98Jul

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

💶 Price history

€2.43€5.27€8.11€10.95€13.802023202420252026€3.74

Steam price tracked automatically since Sep 16, 2022 · All-time low: €3.74 (Mar 19, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

2,4 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 25 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 16,8 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay dominates praise: 146 positive mentions out of 155 total (94% positive).
  • Audio receives near‑universal acclaim: 21 positive mentions out of 22 (95% positive).
  • Graphics are unanimously praised: 6 positive mentions out of 6 (100% positive).
  • Humor and rhythm resonate strongly: 'humour' appears 67 times and 'rythme' 55 times among frequent keywords.

Weaknesses

  • Performance issues are noted, albeit minimally: 1 mention, all negative.
  • User interface draws mixed reactions: 6 positive vs 5 negative mentions out of 11.
  • Bugs, though few, are a concern: 2 mentions, both negative.

Who is it for?

Players who relish quirky, music‑driven indie experiences and appreciate a heavy dose of silliness will find Trombone Champ a perfect fit; casual gamers seeking a light‑hearted rhythm challenge will also feel at home.

Is Trombone Champ worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 98% of 11,105 Steam reviews are positive (player score 97/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates praise. Current price: 12,49€.

Verdict

Trombone Champ delivers a joyfully absurd rhythm adventure that mostly hits the right notes, as reflected by its 98% positive Steam rating. Minor technical hiccups and UI quirks prevent it from being flawless, but the overwhelming humor and gameplay satisfaction make it a standout indie title.

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Most frequent keywords

humour (67)rythme (55)fun (29)trombone (18)musique (16)mods (8)silly (7)meme (6)lore (5)détente (5)simple (5)babouins (5)

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