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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64-bit Processeur : Intel Core i5-9400F / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB / AMD Radeon RX 580 8GB DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 40 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : SSD recommended

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 64-bit Processeur : Intel Core i5-12600K / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X Mémoire vive : 32 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 40 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : SSD required

GROUND BRANCH

Overhyped
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Released July 16, 2026
sample: 180 reviews posted after launch (110 AI-classified)
37/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 88 % · 23,757 reviews (« Very Positive »)
📉 Declining — recent reviews (30d): 31% positive vs 87% overall (981 recent reviews)
24,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The promise of a tactical FPS that delivers authentic squad-based combat collides with a harsh reality: performance stutters before players even reach the end. Nearly nine out of ten reviews sing its praises during Steam’s history, yet the 1.0 release drops that figure to less than two in five, exposing deep cracks beneath the surface.

What it's about: L'un des développeurs à l'origine des jeux Rainbow Six® et Ghost Recon® originaux nous offre un jeu de tir à la première personne complexe proposant une personnalisation approfondie des personnages et des armes. Prenez votre temps. Réfléchissez. Finissez le travail.

In-game

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« This game is fun but who TF buys a full release game with two missions what a joke.. »
👍 anonymous review · 39 h played1
« This game is like Phasmophobia but with guns and the ghosts are brown. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played11321
« it's a great game, the weapon customization UI used to be better imo (before 1035) but oh well. much love »
👍 anonymous review · 297 h played11
« bought a dress-up game and got a tactical shooter for free »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played211
« Jeue interessant pour le modding des armes . J'aimerais des map plus grande . »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« I'm literally a gravy seal when I boot up with the most innaccurate and hollywood ass seal loadout just to die to a PKM from Saturn 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« The version number says 1.0 but the bipods still say non-functional and the campaign is still in development and AI teammates are still completely absent. »
👎 anonymous review · 55 h played10731
« This is what you call 1.0???? Lost all hope for you guys. The size also went from 40gb to 100gb without big changes. Also a lot of features which where promised are still not in the game. »
👎 anonymous review · 138 h played211
« It's a gun simulator. A racing game for guns. You get to customize your gun and take it for a spin on the track. Don't expect anything nice from the track. »
👎 anonymous review · 42 h played111
« had this game for a while but until they decide to optimize the ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ size i wont reinstall it to try 1.0. 100GB is insane lmao »
👎 anonymous review · 7 h played1
« released into "1.0" yet all the made was the prologue to the campaign, not even the campaign. 1.0 means the game is done and released. This is still barely early access. Guess they are just gonna run with the bag now. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played111
« Brings back the best of Rainbow Six and Rogue Spear, without the system melting requirements of Ready or Not. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played

In players' words

« This game is fun but who TF buys a full release game with two missions what a joke.. »
👍 anonymous review · 39 h played1
« The version number says 1.0 but the bipods still say non-functional and the campaign is still in development and AI teammates are still completely absent. »
👎 anonymous review · 55 h played10731
« This game is like Phasmophobia but with guns and the ghosts are brown. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played11321
« This is what you call 1.0???? Lost all hope for you guys. The size also went from 40gb to 100gb without big changes. Also a lot of features which where promised are still not in the game. »
👎 anonymous review · 138 h played211
« it's a great game, the weapon customization UI used to be better imo (before 1035) but oh well. much love »
👍 anonymous review · 297 h played11
« It's a gun simulator. A racing game for guns. You get to customize your gun and take it for a spin on the track. Don't expect anything nice from the track. »
👎 anonymous review · 42 h played111
« bought a dress-up game and got a tactical shooter for free »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played211
« had this game for a while but until they decide to optimize the ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ size i wont reinstall it to try 1.0. 100GB is insane lmao »
👎 anonymous review · 7 h played1
« Jeue interessant pour le modding des armes . J'aimerais des map plus grande . »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« released into "1.0" yet all the made was the prologue to the campaign, not even the campaign. 1.0 means the game is done and released. This is still barely early access. Guess they are just gonna run with the bag now. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played111
« I'm literally a gravy seal when I boot up with the most innaccurate and hollywood ass seal loadout just to die to a PKM from Saturn 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Brings back the best of Rainbow Six and Rogue Spear, without the system melting requirements of Ready or Not. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 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
27 % pos · n=70
Content / longevity
5 % pos · n=41
Performance
4 % pos · n=28
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=11
Graphics / art
38 % pos · n=8
Value for money
12 % pos · n=8
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=8
Multiplayer
71 % pos · n=7
Audio / music
25 % pos · n=4
Story / writing
0 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay7019348
Content / longevity412138
Performance281027
Stability / bugs110011
Graphics / art8305
Value for money8107
Interface / UX8008
Multiplayer7502
Audio / music4103
Story / writing2002

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 22 h on median; those who dislike it: 32 h.

<2h
33 % (n=9)
2-10h
37 % (n=43)
10-25h
56 % (n=41)
>25h
31 % (n=87)

💶 Price history

€18.75€20.62€22.49€24.36€26.23€19.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Jul 17, 2026 · All-time low: €19.99 (Jul 17, 2026)

What creators say (YouTube)

1 review videos analyzed: 0 positive1 mixed0 negative

Les joueurs Steam et les créateurs YouTube convergent sur l'appréciation des graphismes et de l'audio, mais divergent sur la qualité du gameplay et du contenu, les joueurs Steam exprimant davantage de critiques négatives sur ces aspects.

Gameplay
0 % pos · n=1
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Story / writing
0 % pos · n=1
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=1
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=1
Content / longevity
0 % pos · n=1
Value for money
100 % pos · n=1
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Interface / UX
100 % pos · n=1
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=1

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Strengths

  • Squad tactical depth earns rare praise: 5 positive mentions out of 7 for multiplayer, highlighting the core appeal players chase.
  • Graphics capture attention when they run: 3 positive mentions out of 8 showcase visuals that resonate when the engine cooperates.
  • Early Access momentum still lingers: The game’s post-release sample tilts slightly positive at 56% for players logging 10-25 hours, suggesting a strong core following.
  • Mission variety sparks brief optimism: 5 mentions tied to missions show players find structure in the chaos, even if bugs lurk beneath.

Weaknesses

  • Performance drags the experience down: 27 negative mentions out of 28 for performance reveal a brutal truth—frames melt under load, overshadowing everything else.
  • Content and completeness haunt reviews: 38 negative mentions out of 41 for content, with players calling the campaign “incomplet” 7 times, questioning the 1.0 state.
  • UI frustrates as much as it helps: Every single UI mention (8 total) is negative, suggesting controls and menus feel clunky or unintuitive.
  • Bugs are the silent killer: 11 negative mentions with zero positives paint a picture of crashes and instability that derail sessions.

Who is it for?

Hardcore tactical FPS fans willing to endure rough edges for authentic squad-based combat will find a diamond in the rough. Those seeking polish or a smooth single-player campaign should look elsewhere.

Is GROUND BRANCH worth it in 2026?

Mostly no, given current feedback: 88% of 23,757 Steam reviews are positive (player score 37/100). Most-praised strength: Squad tactical depth earns rare praise. Current price: 24,99€.

Verdict

Ground Branch’s 1.0 release feels like a game caught between ambition and unfinished business. The tactical DNA shines through, but performance, content gaps, and stability issues cast long shadows over its otherwise solid foundation. For the right player, it’s a compelling if bumpy ride; for others, a frustrating slog.

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