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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 (SP1+) and Windows 10 Processeur : x86, x64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support Graphiques : DX10, DX11, DX12 capable DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 224 MB d'espace disque disponible

Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils

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Released August 30, 2022
sample: 400 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
93/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 95 % · 423 reviews (« Very Positive »)
12,49€ 3,12€ -75%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Over half of reviewers have logged at least 10 hours, and many highlight the game’s tight platforming and retro pixel‑art charm. On Steam the title sits at a Very Positive rating, with 95 % of the 400 post‑release reviews marked positive.

What it's about: Bounce, vault, and fight your way through a whimsical world with the help of your loyal companion. Eat snacks, collect artifacts, and travel the world to stop Bonnie and her boney band of troublemakers!

In-game

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« Very fun to play and beat. Tedious to complete, though, especially because you can only carry one item at a time (even single-use items) and when you want to change your equipped item, you need to go back to some specific places. »
👍 anonymous review · 19 h played
« Many people will tell you that God of War is the best game with a weapon that comes back to you with a press of a button. But those people have not played Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils. »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« I am god awful at platformers, and seldom play them. I put 80 hours into this game and nearly 100%'d it. That should tell you enough. »
👍 anonymous review · 72 h played
« Its a good‑looking platformer with own style. Sound is ok, levels wont break your neck, and good sale price, totally worth it »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Quite possibly the best 2 bucks I ever spent on a game Belle's idle animation alone is worth that »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« This game is massively underrated. There's so much style and content in here, way more than I expected! Whenever I thought I was finished, I just kept finding more secrets. And the soundtrack really gets stuck in your head. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played
« Commits the sin off too many things offscreen at once too often. Also was found guilty of 2 charges of camera following the character. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« No rebindable keys makes the game unplayable. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« https://youtu.be/H7S_fK_ND_E Echoing back to the classic 8 or 16 bit platformers is a good foundation to build from but the level design drags some and the loss on death mechanics feel very out of place. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« I cant get over the camera being fixated on your character when there are so many things to look out for like holes of spikes. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« the level design is just kinda nonexistent »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Has old NES platformer vibes, with Shovel Knight game play feels. Tricky in spots, satisfying to get the right jumps. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played

In players' words

« Very fun to play and beat. Tedious to complete, though, especially because you can only carry one item at a time (even single-use items) and when you want to change your equipped item, you need to go back to some specific places. »
👍 anonymous review · 19 h played
« Commits the sin off too many things offscreen at once too often. Also was found guilty of 2 charges of camera following the character. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Many people will tell you that God of War is the best game with a weapon that comes back to you with a press of a button. But those people have not played Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils. »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« No rebindable keys makes the game unplayable. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« I am god awful at platformers, and seldom play them. I put 80 hours into this game and nearly 100%'d it. That should tell you enough. »
👍 anonymous review · 72 h played
« https://youtu.be/H7S_fK_ND_E Echoing back to the classic 8 or 16 bit platformers is a good foundation to build from but the level design drags some and the loss on death mechanics feel very out of place. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Its a good‑looking platformer with own style. Sound is ok, levels wont break your neck, and good sale price, totally worth it »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« I cant get over the camera being fixated on your character when there are so many things to look out for like holes of spikes. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Quite possibly the best 2 bucks I ever spent on a game Belle's idle animation alone is worth that »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« the level design is just kinda nonexistent »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« This game is massively underrated. There's so much style and content in here, way more than I expected! Whenever I thought I was finished, I just kept finding more secrets. And the soundtrack really gets stuck in your head. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played
« Has old NES platformer vibes, with Shovel Knight game play feels. Tricky in spots, satisfying to get the right jumps. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 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
89 % pos · n=162
Content / longevity
83 % pos · n=69
Graphics / art
94 % pos · n=68
Story / writing
81 % pos · n=47
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=41
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=23
Value for money
100 % pos · n=12
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=4
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay162144810
Content / longevity6957210
Graphics / art686422
Story / writing473827
Audio / music414100
Interface / UX230023
Value for money121200
Stability / bugs4004

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 15 h on median; those who dislike it: 4.2 h.

<2h
82 % (n=28)
2-10h
90 % (n=133)
10-25h
99 % (n=135)
>25h
98 % (n=104)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Sep 2022 : 97% positive97SepMar 2023 : 100% positive100MarFeb 2025 : 75% positive75FebJul 2025 : 94% positive94JulDec 2025 : 95% positive95Dec

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

3,3 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 40 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 15,9 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

This game on Twitch

Strengths

  • Gameplay – 144 positive mentions out of 162 total highlights the core action and platforming.
  • Graphics – 64 positive mentions out of 68 total praise the pixel‑art visual style.
  • Audio – 41 positive mentions out of 41 total underline a consistently praised soundtrack.
  • Price – 12 positive mentions out of 12 total reflect strong approval of the game’s cost.
  • Story – 38 positive mentions out of 47 total show that narrative elements resonate with many players.

Weaknesses

  • User Interface – 23 negative mentions out of 23 total indicate consistent frustration with menus and HUD.
  • Bugs – 4 negative mentions out of 4 total point to lingering technical issues.
  • Content – 10 negative mentions out of 69 total suggest some players find the amount or variety lacking.

Who is it for?

Fans of retro‑styled action‑adventure games who appreciate polished platforming and a strong soundtrack will likely enjoy this title. Players tolerant of minor UI quirks and occasional bugs will still find ample value, especially given the favorable price point.

Is Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 95% of 423 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay. Current price: 3,12€ (75% off).

Verdict

Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils delivers a compelling blend of gameplay, visuals, and audio that most players celebrate. While UI and bug concerns detract for a minority, the overall experience remains highly enjoyable and well‑priced, earning it a solid place in the indie action‑RPG space.

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