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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, or 10 Processeur : Intel® Pentium®4 1.5GHz. Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Espace disque : 350 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectSound-compatible sound card

Grimm's Hollow

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Released October 30, 2019
AdventureFree-to-playIndieRPG
sample: 491 reviews posted after launch (173 AI-classified)
98/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 99 % · 14,538 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)

The story is the game's magnetic core, gathering 132 positive mentions out of 136. Overall, Grimm's Hollow holds an Overwhelmingly Positive Steam rating, with 98% of post‑release reviews praising the experience.

In-game

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« Super jeu indépendant ! J'ai hâte de voir ce que le/les devs nous réservent pour le futur ! »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« très cool mais un peu court franchement il y avais je pense moyen de faire une histoire un peu plus longue »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Super mignon, bonne jouabilité, jolies musiques, et gratuit en plus ! »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« ce jeu était court mais tellement bien, je veux une suite T_T »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Jeu très reposant avec une histoire sympathique et un gameplay rappelant Undertale. C'est un jeu très court (environ 4h) qui mérite franchement d'être joué. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« This combat system is actually ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ RETARDED. Why the ♥♥♥♥ can enemies hit me while IM attacking?????? Every enemy no matter the level RAPES ME. 0/10 DO NOT PLAY THIS ♥♥♥♥ »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« very bad controls,you cant fullscreen,weird combat mechanics 4/10 »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« tres bien fait pour un jeu de moins de 5 heures »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« le jeu est bien mais dommage y'a grim »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played

In players' words

« Super jeu indépendant ! J'ai hâte de voir ce que le/les devs nous réservent pour le futur ! »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« This combat system is actually ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ RETARDED. Why the ♥♥♥♥ can enemies hit me while IM attacking?????? Every enemy no matter the level RAPES ME. 0/10 DO NOT PLAY THIS ♥♥♥♥ »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« très cool mais un peu court franchement il y avais je pense moyen de faire une histoire un peu plus longue »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« very bad controls,you cant fullscreen,weird combat mechanics 4/10 »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Super mignon, bonne jouabilité, jolies musiques, et gratuit en plus ! »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« tres bien fait pour un jeu de moins de 5 heures »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« ce jeu était court mais tellement bien, je veux une suite T_T »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« le jeu est bien mais dommage y'a grim »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Jeu très reposant avec une histoire sympathique et un gameplay rappelant Undertale. C'est un jeu très court (environ 4h) qui mérite franchement d'être joué. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 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
97 % pos · n=136
Gameplay
87 % pos · n=95
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=52
Audio / music
94 % pos · n=32
Value for money
96 % pos · n=27
Content / longevity
39 % pos · n=23
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=9
Interface / UX
56 % pos · n=9
Performance
67 % pos · n=3
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing13613213
Gameplay958357
Graphics / art525200
Audio / music323002
Value for money272610
Content / longevity239113
Stability / bugs9018
Interface / UX9504
Performance3201
Multiplayer1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 3.5 h on median; those who dislike it: 24 min.

🪤 91 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
88 % (n=86)
2-10h
100 % (n=349)
10-25h
100 % (n=36)
>25h
100 % (n=20)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Feb 2026 : 94% positive94FebMar 2026 : 98% positive98MarApr 2026 : 96% positive96AprMay 2026 : 95% positive95MayJun 2026 : 98% positive98JunJul 2026 : 100% positive100Jul

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

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Narrative depth shines: 132 positive mentions out of 136 discuss the story.
  • Visuals impress all reviewers: 52 positive mentions out of 52 for graphics.
  • Audio ambience is well‑received: 30 positive mentions out of 32 for sound.
  • Value for money is highlighted: 26 positive mentions out of 27 praise the price.

Weaknesses

  • Content feels thin: only 9 positive mentions out of 23, with 13 negative references.
  • Technical bugs trouble players: 8 negative mentions out of 9 bug reports.
  • User interface receives mixed feedback: 4 negative mentions out of 9 UI comments.

Who is it for?

Players who cherish story‑driven indie RPGs, enjoy cute art styles, and prefer short‑to‑medium play sessions will find Grimm's Hollow appealing.

Is Grimm's Hollow worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 99% of 14,538 Steam reviews are positive (player score 98/100). Most-praised strength: Narrative depth shines. The game is free to play.

Verdict

Grimm's Hollow delivers a compelling narrative and polished audiovisuals that resonate strongly with its audience. While its brevity and occasional technical hiccups may deter some, the overall experience remains a standout indie offering for fans of heartfelt RPG adventures.

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Grimm's Hollow: 98/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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