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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 or greater Processeur : 2 GHz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 2 gb dedicated video card, shader model 3.0+ DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible

Roots of Pacha

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Released April 25, 2023
sample: 478 reviews posted after launch (181 AI-classified)
90/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 94 % · 4,504 reviews (« Very Positive »)
24,99€ 14,99€ -40%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The game invites players into a serene prehistoric village, where tending crops and caring for animals feels more like a comforting ritual than a grind. Steam data shows that 94 % of all reviewers rate it very positively, and 383 players have logged over 25 hours with a 94 % approval rate in that bucket. The experience is further reinforced by 90 % positive feedback since launch, indicating sustained enjoyment beyond the launch window.

In-game

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« It's a nice game that is hard to put down because everything in it is nice. I like the graphic and the story. The ideas discovered by the community and the NPC. »
👍 anonymous review · 295 h played
« My go-to lately when I just want to unwind at the end of the day. If you are a fan of Stardew Valley this is a must have. »
👍 anonymous review · 47 h played
« Excellent jeu, bons dialogues système économique préhistorique basé sur le don et l'avancement de la communauté dans son ensemble agréable et original »
👍 anonymous review · 87 h played
« Excellent jeu. Je le recommende chaudement »
👍 anonymous review · 118 h played
« Bande son plaisante, gameplay agréable. Si vous avez aimé Stardew Valley, vous allez vous régaler avec ce jeu »
👍 anonymous review · 25 h played
« très bon jeu à recommander. Je l'attendais depuis 2ans. C'est une chouette simulation de vie au temps de la préhistoire style stardew valley mais avec son propre style qui lui va bien. »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« 16h de jeu et toujours pas d'arroseur automatique, c'est pas très marrant d'arroser ses plantes je vais pas vous mentir »
👎 anonymous review · 16 h played
« I really want to like this game, I've had it since kickstarter. It just has terrible pacing and npc schedules. Everything feels very artificially time gated. The game is just... boring. This is my favorite genre, but not this one. »
👎 anonymous review · 47 h played
« they could really be better at drawing black people »
👎 anonymous review · 75 h played
« Mid to late game is too grindy and unfun »
👎 anonymous review · 18 h played
« I quit before the end of the first year, as the rest of the tribe pretty much does nothing while you slave away all hours to provide them with food. »
👎 anonymous review · 23 h played
« Un de mes jeux cozy de ferme préféré! J'ai trouvé le thème du jeu rafraîchissant. »
👍 anonymous review · 52 h played

In players' words

« It's a nice game that is hard to put down because everything in it is nice. I like the graphic and the story. The ideas discovered by the community and the NPC. »
👍 anonymous review · 295 h played
« 16h de jeu et toujours pas d'arroseur automatique, c'est pas très marrant d'arroser ses plantes je vais pas vous mentir »
👎 anonymous review · 16 h played
« My go-to lately when I just want to unwind at the end of the day. If you are a fan of Stardew Valley this is a must have. »
👍 anonymous review · 47 h played
« I really want to like this game, I've had it since kickstarter. It just has terrible pacing and npc schedules. Everything feels very artificially time gated. The game is just... boring. This is my favorite genre, but not this one. »
👎 anonymous review · 47 h played
« Excellent jeu, bons dialogues système économique préhistorique basé sur le don et l'avancement de la communauté dans son ensemble agréable et original »
👍 anonymous review · 87 h played
« they could really be better at drawing black people »
👎 anonymous review · 75 h played
« Excellent jeu. Je le recommende chaudement »
👍 anonymous review · 118 h played
« Mid to late game is too grindy and unfun »
👎 anonymous review · 18 h played
« Bande son plaisante, gameplay agréable. Si vous avez aimé Stardew Valley, vous allez vous régaler avec ce jeu »
👍 anonymous review · 25 h played
« I quit before the end of the first year, as the rest of the tribe pretty much does nothing while you slave away all hours to provide them with food. »
👎 anonymous review · 23 h played
« très bon jeu à recommander. Je l'attendais depuis 2ans. C'est une chouette simulation de vie au temps de la préhistoire style stardew valley mais avec son propre style qui lui va bien. »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Un de mes jeux cozy de ferme préféré! J'ai trouvé le thème du jeu rafraîchissant. »
👍 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
Gameplay
80 % pos · n=163
Story / writing
86 % pos · n=51
Content / longevity
67 % pos · n=42
Graphics / art
90 % pos · n=31
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=18
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=13
Interface / UX
67 % pos · n=6
Value for money
75 % pos · n=4
Performance
50 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay163130825
Story / writing514416
Content / longevity4228212
Graphics / art312803
Multiplayer181800
Audio / music131300
Interface / UX6402
Value for money4310
Performance2101
Stability / bugs2002

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 68 h on median; those who dislike it: 23 h.

<2h
33 % (n=9)
2-10h
78 % (n=40)
10-25h
78 % (n=46)
>25h
94 % (n=383)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Apr 2023 : 100% positive100AprMay 2023 : 80% positive80MayNov 2025 : 95% positive95NovDec 2025 : 87% positive87DecJan 2026 : 89% positive89JanFeb 2026 : 89% positive89FebMar 2026 : 97% positive97MarApr 2026 : 92% positive92AprMay 2026 : 83% positive83MayJun 2026 : 85% positive85JunJul 2026 : 86% positive86Jul

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,7 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 62 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 21,1 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay: 130 positive mentions out of 163
  • Story: 44 positive mentions out of 51
  • Graphics: 28 positive mentions out of 31
  • Audio: 13 positive mentions out of 13
  • Multiplayer: 18 positive mentions out of 18

Weaknesses

  • Performance: 1 positive and 1 negative mention out of 2
  • Bugs: 2 negative mentions out of 2
  • Content: 28 positive and 12 negative mentions out of 42
  • Price: 3 positive and 1 negative mention out of 4

Who is it for?

Fans of cozy farming sims who appreciate a low‑pressure, community‑focused experience will find this title rewarding. Its prehistoric setting and gentle pacing also appeal to players seeking a relaxed, immersive world without aggressive progression demands.

Is Roots of Pacha worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 94% of 4,504 Steam reviews are positive (player score 90/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay. Current price: 14,99€ (40% off).

Verdict

Roots of Pacha delivers a heartwarming, well‑balanced farming simulation that shines in its narrative and audiovisual presentation. While minor technical hiccups and limited content depth may deter a fraction of players, the overwhelmingly positive reception suggests that most will find the game both charming and engaging.

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