Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel i5 Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GTX 750ti Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system.
Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel i5 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GTX 1650 Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system.
Back to the Dawn
A richly detailed narrative weaves through an expansive world in Back to the Dawn. Since launch, 93 % of the 405 sampled reviews praise the game, and 95 % of the 10,215 total reviews are positive.
What it's about: Back to the Dawn is a story-rich RPG set in a high-security prison ruled by factions and buried secrets. Investigate two conspiracies from the inside, gather evidence, and outsmart a system designed to silence you. Make friends (or foes) with fellow inmates and with their help, break out of prison.
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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 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Story / writing | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Content / longevity | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 54 h on median; those who dislike it: 27 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Nov 03, 2023 · All-time low: €16.57 (Jun 27, 2024)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 46 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 11,5 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Narr및 depth – 1 positive mention for story out of 1 total mention
- Engaging RPG mechanics – 1 positive mention for gameplay out of 1 total mention
- Immersive content – 1 positive mention for content out of 1 total mention
Weaknesses
- Limited aspect coverage – only 3 aspects (gameplay, story, content) were mentioned, each with a single positive note
- Short‑playtime satisfaction lower – the <2h bucket has 79 % positivity versus 96 % for >25h
- Post‑release positivity slightly below overall – 93 % post‑release versus 95 % overall
Who is it for?
Adventure and RPG enthusiasts who cherish deep storytelling and richly detailed worlds will enjoy Back to the Dawn. It’s also a good pick for players who plan to commit to long play sessions, as satisfaction rises with time spent.
Is Back to the Dawn worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 95% of 10,215 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: Narr및 depth. Current price: 23,60€ (20% off).
Verdict
Back to the Dawn offers a compelling, wellemporary narrative and solid RPG mechanics, earning almost universal acclaim among those who play it. While feedback is limited and short‑playtime satisfaction lags, the game shines brightest when players invest the time to explore its world.
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