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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 (SP1+), Windows 10 and Windows 11 Processeur : x86, x64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support. Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : DX10, DX11, DX12 capable. DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (64bit) and up Processeur : Intel Core i5-4690k / AMD Athlon 3000G Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GTX 970 4GB / AMD R9 290 4GB DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible

I Was a Teenage Exocolonist

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Released August 25, 2022
sample: 468 reviews posted after launch (155 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 4,734 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
24,50€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

I Was a Teenage Exocolonist has captivated players with its engaging narrative, as evidenced by 118 positive mentions out of 130 for the story aspect. With a post-release positive review rate of 95%, the game has clearly resonated with its audience. The gameplay, too, has been widely praised, with 62 positive mentions out of 73.

What it's about: Passez votre adolescence sur une planète extraterrestre dans ce RPG narratif avec des batailles de cartes. Explorez, grandissez et tombez amoureux. Les choix que vous faites et les compétences que vous maîtrisez pendant dix ans détermineront le cours de votre vie et la survie de votre colonie.

In-game

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« I love it when my gay sci-fi life simulator card collecting game makes me feel emotions. 10/10 would be depressed again. »
👍 anonymous review · 44 h played1
« Wish all studios can make games with less prejudice and more respect like this. »
👍 anonymous review · 13 h played1
« In a hundred lifetimes, in a hundred worlds, in any version of reality, I'd find you and I'd choose you... - Sol, probably, trying to explain the constant dreaming about the perfect polycule that her, Dys and Sym could create. »
👍 anonymous review · 46 h played21
« Bon jeu, un peu repetitif mais addictif pour trouver toutes les endings :) »
👍 anonymous review · 14 h played
« Suffering builds character---------- »
👍 anonymous review · 52 h played
« Pas traduit en français (devrait être obligatoire pour les aventures narratives). Le jeu est beaucoup trop dirigiste. La Direction Artistique est bien trop flashy. Aucun choix d'aspect du personnage. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« I really did not connect with this game. it's not rewarding, straight up depressing during some parts, and tedious/repetitive. I loved the adult character designs but felt kinda weird flirting with children idk »
👎 anonymous review · 16 h played
« I love this game it has completly taken over my life each play through i just dicover more and more, I never get board of playing. One of the best game i have ever played »
👍 anonymous review · 356 h played1
« Très bonne histoire avec un gameplay simple et efficace, une rejouabilité très bien pensé. J'ai été surpris par ce jeux et le recommande avec plaisir. »
👍 anonymous review · 38 h played

In players' words

« I love it when my gay sci-fi life simulator card collecting game makes me feel emotions. 10/10 would be depressed again. »
👍 anonymous review · 44 h played1
« Pas traduit en français (devrait être obligatoire pour les aventures narratives). Le jeu est beaucoup trop dirigiste. La Direction Artistique est bien trop flashy. Aucun choix d'aspect du personnage. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Wish all studios can make games with less prejudice and more respect like this. »
👍 anonymous review · 13 h played1
« I really did not connect with this game. it's not rewarding, straight up depressing during some parts, and tedious/repetitive. I loved the adult character designs but felt kinda weird flirting with children idk »
👎 anonymous review · 16 h played
« In a hundred lifetimes, in a hundred worlds, in any version of reality, I'd find you and I'd choose you... - Sol, probably, trying to explain the constant dreaming about the perfect polycule that her, Dys and Sym could create. »
👍 anonymous review · 46 h played21
« I love this game it has completly taken over my life each play through i just dicover more and more, I never get board of playing. One of the best game i have ever played »
👍 anonymous review · 356 h played1
« Bon jeu, un peu repetitif mais addictif pour trouver toutes les endings :) »
👍 anonymous review · 14 h played
« Très bonne histoire avec un gameplay simple et efficace, une rejouabilité très bien pensé. J'ai été surpris par ce jeux et le recommande avec plaisir. »
👍 anonymous review · 38 h played
« Suffering builds character---------- »
👍 anonymous review · 52 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
Story / writing
91 % pos · n=130
Gameplay
85 % pos · n=73
Graphics / art
98 % pos · n=47
Content / longevity
80 % pos · n=15
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=11
Interface / UX
40 % pos · n=5
Performance
100 % pos · n=2
Value for money
100 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing13011857
Gameplay736265
Graphics / art474601
Content / longevity151221
Audio / music111100
Interface / UX5203
Performance2200
Value for money2200

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 31 h on median; those who dislike it: 8.2 h.

<2h
50 % (n=6)
2-10h
72 % (n=46)
10-25h
95 % (n=137)
>25h
99 % (n=279)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Jan 2026 : 97% positive97JanFeb 2026 : 94% positive94FebMar 2026 : 94% positive94MarApr 2026 : 96% positive96AprMay 2026 : 91% positive91MayJun 2026 : 94% positive94JunJul 2026 : 96% positive96Jul

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,8 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 50 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 23,1 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The story is a major highlight, with 118 positive mentions out of 130
  • Gameplay is also widely enjoyed, with 62 positive mentions out of 73
  • The game's graphics have been praised, with 46 positive mentions out of 47
  • The audio design has been well-received, with 11 positive mentions out of 11

Weaknesses

  • The user interface has received some criticism, with 3 negative mentions out of 5
  • Performance has been barely mentioned, with only 2 mentions

Who is it for?

Fans of narrative-driven games and those who enjoy RPGs and simulation games will likely find I Was a Teenage Exocolonist to be a compelling experience. The game's high replay value, as suggested by the frequent mention of 'rejouabilité' and 'replayable', also makes it a great choice for players looking for a game with lasting appeal.

Is I Was a Teenage Exocolonist worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 96% of 4,734 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: The story is a major highlight. Current price: 24,50€.

Verdict

Overall, I Was a Teenage Exocolonist has received overwhelmingly positive reviews, with a global Steam history percentage of 96% positive. The game's engaging story, enjoyable gameplay, and well-received graphics and audio make it a standout title in its genre. While some minor issues with the user interface have been noted, they do not seem to detract from the overall experience.

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I Was a Teenage Exocolonist: 94/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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