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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Processeur : Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Processeur : Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 6 GB d'espace disque disponible

Lay a Beauty to Rest: The Darkness Peach Blossom Spring

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Released October 21, 2021
sample: 401 reviews posted after launch (12 AI-classified)
89/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 95 % · 6,998 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
11,59€ 5,21€ -55%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

With its captivating narrative, Lay a Beauty to Rest: The Darkness Peach Blossom Spring has drawn players in, boasting 12 positive mentions out of 12 for its story. The game's overall positive reception is further supported by its overwhelmingly positive score, with 95% of reviews being positive. This suggests a strong engagement with the game's content, as evidenced by the fact that most players have spent more than 10 hours playing, with 93% of players in the 10-25 hour playtime bracket giving positive reviews.

In-game

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« Très bon VN chinois juste triste y a pas de français mais si votre anglais est assez bon acheter le en promo et lisez ! »
👍 anonymous review · 21 h played
« Another great VN by ZerocreationGame as my favorite work continues being "The Hungry Lamb: Traveling in the Late Ming Dynasty" this VN is also great. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played
« The fact that there's Da Niu's route deserves a solid 5-star. »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played
« 怎样的脑洞才能写出这样的故事 DLC更是意难平。。。。。。。。 »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« Mystery x Romance mixed together. ( ˶ˆᗜˆ˵ ) All the characters are welly potrayed and voiced. It really made me ponder about the endings as it was shocking and sad. I will always remember Shuang Hua from Peach Blossom Spring...❀❀ »
👍 anonymous review · 21 h played

In players' words

« Très bon VN chinois juste triste y a pas de français mais si votre anglais est assez bon acheter le en promo et lisez ! »
👍 anonymous review · 21 h played
« 怎样的脑洞才能写出这样的故事 DLC更是意难平。。。。。。。。 »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« Another great VN by ZerocreationGame as my favorite work continues being "The Hungry Lamb: Traveling in the Late Ming Dynasty" this VN is also great. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played
« Mystery x Romance mixed together. ( ˶ˆᗜˆ˵ ) All the characters are welly potrayed and voiced. It really made me ponder about the endings as it was shocking and sad. I will always remember Shuang Hua from Peach Blossom Spring...❀❀ »
👍 anonymous review · 21 h played
« The fact that there's Da Niu's route deserves a solid 5-star. »
👍 anonymous review · 9 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
100 % pos · n=12
Value for money
100 % pos · n=2
Gameplay
100 % pos · n=1
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing121200
Value for money2200
Gameplay1100
Audio / music1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 10 h on median; those who dislike it: 7.1 h.

<2h
42 % (n=12)
2-10h
88 % (n=191)
10-25h
93 % (n=175)
>25h
91 % (n=23)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Oct 2025 : 92% positive92OctNov 2025 : 95% positive95NovDec 2025 : 85% positive85DecJan 2026 : 93% positive93JanFeb 2026 : 84% positive84FebMar 2026 : 93% positive93MarApr 2026 : 83% positive83AprMay 2026 : 90% positive90MayJun 2026 : 87% positive87JunJul 2026 : 97% positive97Jul

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

💶 Price history

€3.19€5.56€7.93€10.30€12.6820222023202420252026€4.28

Steam price tracked automatically since Oct 22, 2021 · All-time low: €4.28 (Jun 25, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

20,5 % Accessible

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 34 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 47,7 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The story is a standout aspect, with 12 positive mentions out of 12, indicating a strong narrative that resonates with players.
  • The game's atmosphere and mystery elements are also frequently praised, with keywords like 'ambiance' and 'mystère' appearing in reviews.
  • The game's price is seen as reasonable, with 2 positive mentions out of 2, suggesting that players feel they are getting good value for their money.
  • The game's ability to evoke emotions is also a strong point, with keywords like 'émotion' and 'romance' appearing in reviews, indicating a strong emotional connection with players.

Weaknesses

  • The gameplay is barely mentioned, with only 1 mention out of the total reviews, suggesting that it may not be a strong point of the game.
  • There is limited feedback on the game's audio, with only 1 positive mention, which may indicate that it is not a major aspect of the game.

Who is it for?

This game is suited for players who enjoy narrative-driven games with a strong focus on story and atmosphere, and are looking for a game that can evoke emotions and provide a sense of mystery and romance.

Is Lay a Beauty to Rest: The Darkness Peach Blossom Spring worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 95% of 6,998 Steam reviews are positive (player score 89/100). Most-praised strength: The story is a standout aspect. Current price: 5,21€ (55% off).

Verdict

Lay a Beauty to Rest: The Darkness Peach Blossom Spring is a game that excels in its narrative and atmospheric elements, making it a great choice for players who value these aspects. With its overwhelmingly positive reception and high percentage of positive reviews, it is clear that the game has resonated with players. However, players looking for a game with strong gameplay mechanics may want to look elsewhere.

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Most frequent keywords

vn (5)ambiance (2)mystère (2)personnage (2)histoire (1)musique (1)scénario (1)originalité (1)thème (1)dcl (1)choix (1)émotion (1)

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