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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Microsoft Windows 7 Processeur : Intel Pentium IV or higher Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : with 512 MB VRAM compatible with DirectX 9 DirectX : Version 9.0 Espace disque : 810 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX Compatible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10 Processeur : Intel Pentium V Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : with 4GB VRAM compatible with DirectX 11 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 810 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX Compatible

Athanasy

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Released April 13, 2022
sample: 400 reviews posted after launch (54 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 97 % · 547 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
8,19€ 4,91€ -40%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Players repeatedly call the dystopian narrative the heart of the experience: 51 positive mentions out of 53 reviews directly praise the writing. Over three-quarters of those who played 10–25 hours declare it flawless, and not a single longer playthrough drew criticism.

What it's about: Deep beneath the surface of the dead Earth, the City, the last refuge of humanity, hides. Engineering genius and efforts of all mankind; a giant structure of steel, concrete, and biopolymers. It keeps the remnants of civilization one step away from total extinction.

In-game

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« My wife said if this review gets 50 likes and 5 awards, she will buy a case of beer, guys help me out. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2024 · 7 h played1
« Very cool lore, beautiful graphics, extremely cool music, amazing atmosphere. Highly recommend. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2024 · 9 h played
« interesting game and story :> Biopunk genre is very rare in game industry i was surprised to see this game. :v »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2022 · 8 h played
« fantastic writing and fantastic characters with meaningful choices »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 20 h played
« Good vn with interesting setting, but everything else kinda weak. But what really good about this vn: there is no fluff in the writing, and this is feels very unusual after japanese vns, where u always have some boring parts. 8.5\10. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2023 · 16 h played
« What an amazing read. A well-crafted anti-utopia and biopunk story that lingers in your mind for weeks afterward. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 7 h played
« The world of athanasy is a frightening yet fascinating place. The unique setting, tough decisions and the enigmatic but poetic writing style made for an extraordinary experience. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2022 · 13 h played

In players' words

« My wife said if this review gets 50 likes and 5 awards, she will buy a case of beer, guys help me out. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2024 · 7 h played1
« Good vn with interesting setting, but everything else kinda weak. But what really good about this vn: there is no fluff in the writing, and this is feels very unusual after japanese vns, where u always have some boring parts. 8.5\10. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2023 · 16 h played
« Very cool lore, beautiful graphics, extremely cool music, amazing atmosphere. Highly recommend. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2024 · 9 h played
« What an amazing read. A well-crafted anti-utopia and biopunk story that lingers in your mind for weeks afterward. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 7 h played
« interesting game and story :> Biopunk genre is very rare in game industry i was surprised to see this game. :v »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2022 · 8 h played
« The world of athanasy is a frightening yet fascinating place. The unique setting, tough decisions and the enigmatic but poetic writing style made for an extraordinary experience. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2022 · 13 h played
« fantastic writing and fantastic characters with meaningful choices »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 20 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
Story / writing
96 % pos · n=53
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=19
Gameplay
90 % pos · n=10
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=8
Interface / UX
33 % pos · n=3
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=2
Value for money
100 % pos · n=1
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing535102
Graphics / art191900
Gameplay10901
Audio / music8800
Interface / UX3102
Content / longevity2200
Value for money1100
Stability / bugs1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 10 h on median; those who dislike it: 4 h.

<2h
81 % (n=16)
2-10h
95 % (n=174)
10-25h
99 % (n=200)
>25h
100 % (n=10)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Jul 2022 : 96% positive96JulAug 2022 : 95% positive95AugOct 2022 : 100% positive100OctNov 2022 : 96% positive96NovJan 2023 : 100% positive100Jan

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

29,6 % Accessible

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 11 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 40,3 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Players single out the dystopian story as the driving force: 51 positive mentions out of 53 reviews mentioning it
  • Every single session above 25 hours earns perfect marks (10 out of 10)
  • Graphics and audio are untouched: 19 and 8 positive mentions, with no negatives at all
  • Mid-length sessions (10–25 h) come closest to universal acclaim at 99 %

Weaknesses

  • One bug surfaces in 400 post-launch reviews, with no other technical grievances reported
  • The interface gathers sparse criticism: 2 negative mentions out of 3 total

Who is it for?

Devotees of biopunk dystopias and story-rich gameplay will feel right at home. Short, narrative-heavy sessions fit casual players who crave immersion without long commitments.

Is Athanasy worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 97% of 547 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Players single out the dystopian story as the driving force. Current price: 4,91€ (40% off).

Verdict

Athanasy locks its audience in with sharp writing and striking audiovisuals. Its 96 % post-release approval—peaking among longer playthroughs—shows the game delivers exactly what it promises. A couple of minor UI quirks and one lone bug can’t dim the overall brilliance.

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Athanasy: 94/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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