Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 or later, 64-bit Processeur : AMD Ryzen 5 1600, Intel Core i7-6700 Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : AMD Radeon RX 570, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060, Intel Arc A570. 6+ GB video memory DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 50 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : SSD Disk
Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 or later, 64-bit Processeur : AMD Ryzen 7 5800X, Intel Core i7-8700K Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070, Intel Arc A770. 8+ GB video memory DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 50 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : SSD Disk. Graphics (4K): AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080. 10+ GB video memory
The Alters
A sci-fi adventure where every choice shapes the world, yet it’s the narrative weight that keeps players glued for 25 hours or more. Since launch, 88% of reviews remain glowing, proving the story’s pull outweighs minor technical niggles.
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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 | 128 | 106 | 5 | 17 |
| Story / writing | 128 | 114 | 3 | 11 |
| Graphics / art | 33 | 30 | 1 | 2 |
| Audio / music | 17 | 15 | 0 | 2 |
| Content / longevity | 16 | 13 | 0 | 3 |
| Interface / UX | 13 | 0 | 4 | 9 |
| Stability / bugs | 11 | 0 | 1 | 10 |
| Performance | 7 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| Value for money | 7 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 27 h on median; those who dislike it: 16 h.
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Jun 13, 2025 · All-time low: €17.49 (Jun 25, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 63 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 17,4 % of players.
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Strengths
- The story anchors everything: 114 positive mentions out of 128, with players calling it gripping and emotionally resonant.
- Gameplay earns praise for its depth and consequences: 106 positive mentions out of 128, highlighting meaningful choices and exploration.
- Graphics and audio deliver consistent immersion: 30 positive mentions out of 33 for visuals, and 15 out of 17 for sound design.
- Long-term engagement is strong—94% positive among players who’ve spent over 25 hours in the game.
Weaknesses
- Performance stumbles under the weight of its ambition: only 3 positive mentions out of 7, with frame drops and bugs cited frequently.
- The UI frustrates a vocal minority: 9 negative mentions out of 13, with players struggling to navigate menus and systems.
- Bugs and technical issues persist despite the praise: 10 negative mentions out of 11, though most agree they don’t overshadow the experience.
Who is it for?
Fans of narrative-driven adventures with deep systems and sci-fi settings will find a rewarding challenge here. Those sensitive to UI quirks or performance hiccups should temper expectations.
Is The Alters worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 90% of 18,415 Steam reviews are positive (player score 88/100). Most-praised strength: The story anchors everything. Current price: 17,49€ (50% off).
Verdict
A bold, story-heavy adventure that rewards patience and engagement. While technical flaws linger, the world and its choices leave a lasting impression on the vast majority of players.
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