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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : 2.0 Ghz Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 1Gb Video Memory Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible

Yamafuda! 2nd station

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Released September 24, 2021
sample: 268 reviews posted after launch (82 AI-classified)
95/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 97 % · 268 reviews (« Very Positive »)
10,79€ 6,47€ -40%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A cozy card game where the deck is everything: 68 positive mentions out of 75 highlight gameplay as the driving force. Players dive in for hours, with 45 logging over 25 hours and rating it 93% positive in that bracket.

What it's about: A fun, easy game where you climb mountains using a deck of cards and special gear you build along the way. Go and reach the summit!

In-game

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« A really adorable really chill rougelike deckbuilder! The music is amazing the whole game is so relaxing and a really good time all around! I'm so glad I found this little game <3 »
👍 anonymous review · 49 h played1
« Really fun deckbuilder game with a really unique take on the setting of the genre, the graphics and animations are really cute and the music is great. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played1
« Cute and simple Slay the spire. Very cozy and good as timekiller. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played1
« little game fun, but little bit to repetitiv. the begining game is to easy, to simply to escalate the montain, the difficult realy comme with mt fuji. i like the art, i think this game franchise have a lot of potential for the futur. »
👍 anonymous review · 29 h played
« A fun, low stress, cute, fun to play deckbuilder. Would recommend »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played1
« A cute and relaxing little game. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played1
« The ending is relatively early, but there's a lot of postgame challenges! »
👍 anonymous review · 40 h played1

In players' words

« A really adorable really chill rougelike deckbuilder! The music is amazing the whole game is so relaxing and a really good time all around! I'm so glad I found this little game <3 »
👍 anonymous review · 49 h played1
« A fun, low stress, cute, fun to play deckbuilder. Would recommend »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played1
« Really fun deckbuilder game with a really unique take on the setting of the genre, the graphics and animations are really cute and the music is great. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played1
« A cute and relaxing little game. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played1
« Cute and simple Slay the spire. Very cozy and good as timekiller. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played1
« The ending is relatively early, but there's a lot of postgame challenges! »
👍 anonymous review · 40 h played1
« little game fun, but little bit to repetitiv. the begining game is to easy, to simply to escalate the montain, the difficult realy comme with mt fuji. i like the art, i think this game franchise have a lot of potential for the futur. »
👍 anonymous review · 29 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
91 % pos · n=75
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=29
Content / longevity
57 % pos · n=21
Story / writing
50 % pos · n=20
Audio / music
95 % pos · n=19
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=5
Value for money
100 % pos · n=3
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay756843
Graphics / art292900
Content / longevity211218
Story / writing2010010
Audio / music191801
Interface / UX5005
Value for money3300
Performance1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 7.2 h on median; those who dislike it: 12 h.

<2h
97 % (n=30)
2-10h
98 % (n=123)
10-25h
99 % (n=70)
>25h
93 % (n=45)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

1,8 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 48 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 6,3 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay shines brightest: 68 positive mentions out of 75 praise its strategic depth and relaxing pace
  • Graphics win hearts completely: 29 positive mentions and zero complaints
  • Audio elevates the mood: 18 positive mentions out of 19, with only one critic noting a minor flaw
  • Accessible design draws in newcomers: keywords like 'simple' and 'accessible' appear frequently (4 mentions each)

Weaknesses

  • UI frustrates despite simplicity: 5 negative mentions and zero positives expose usability issues
  • Story divides players: 10 positive and 10 negative mentions show no clear consensus
  • Content leaves some wanting more: 8 negative mentions out of 21 suggest replayability could expand

Who is it for?

Fans of laid-back strategy games who enjoy deckbuilding without pressure will find a soothing challenge here. Players craving deep narratives or complex mechanics might leave less satisfied.

Is Yamafuda! 2nd station worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 97% of 268 Steam reviews are positive (player score 95/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay shines brightest. Current price: 6,47€ (40% off).

Verdict

Yamafuda! 2nd Station delivers a polished, relaxing experience where gameplay and aesthetics excel. Its UI hiccups and divisive story are minor hurdles in an otherwise charming package. A near-perfect score for those seeking a gentle strategic escape.

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