Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : 8+ Processeur : Toaster or better Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Pretty good DirectX : Version 9.0 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Absolutely, yes Notes supplémentaires : This game is heckin' good
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Processeur : We strongly recommend you use a computer rather than a toaster
Chicory: A Colorful Tale
A vibrant world waiting to be painted draws players deep into its canvas, with 275 users logging between 10 and 25 hours. Backed by 97 percent positive ratings across 3972 reviews and a steady 95 percent approval in post-release sampling, this colorful journey leaves a lasting impression.
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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 | 127 | 112 | 11 | 4 |
| Story / writing | 111 | 106 | 1 | 4 |
| Audio / music | 42 | 42 | 0 | 0 |
| Graphics / art | 33 | 32 | 0 | 1 |
| Content / longevity | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Multiplayer | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Stability / bugs | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Value for money | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 19 h on median; those who dislike it: 4.2 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 33 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 26,6 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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This game on Twitch
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Strengths
- Core mechanics shine with 112 positive mentions out of 127 in gameplay
- The narrative resonates deeply, earning 106 positive mentions out of 111 in story
- Sound design hits every right note with 42 positive mentions out of 42 in audio
- Visual aesthetics charm players, backed by 32 positive mentions out of 33 in graphics
Weaknesses
- Technical hiccups surface occasionally, with 2 negative mentions out of 2 in bugs
- Early runtime friction appears in the under-2-hour playtime bucket, dropping to 40 percent positive across 15 reviews
Who is it for?
Creative explorers and narrative seekers looking for an emotionally resonant, art-driven adventure will find their ideal palette here.
Is Chicory: A Colorful Tale worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 97% of 3,972 Steam reviews are positive (player score 95/100). Most-praised strength: Core mechanics shine. Current price: 19,50€.
Verdict
Chicory: A Colorful Tale proves that painting a world can be just as rewarding as exploring it. With overwhelming community backing and enduring engagement past the 10-hour mark, it stands as a masterclass in interactive expression.
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