Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64bit Processeur : AMD Athlon X4 | Intel Core i5 4460 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GTX 950 | AMD R7 370 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 15 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64bit Processeur : AMD Ryzen 3 | Intel i5 Skylake Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GTX 970 | AMD RX 570 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 15 GB d'espace disque disponible
Nine Sols
Over three hundred and sixty players have pushed past the twenty-five-hour mark, carving a path through a brutal realm that boasts 94 positive mentions out of 494 total sampled reviews. It's the steel-clashing rhythm and uncompromising combat that anchors the experience, driving a 94 percent overall positive rating across more than forty-three thousand historical Steam reviews.
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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 | 150 | 131 | 5 | 14 |
| Story / writing | 85 | 84 | 0 | 1 |
| Graphics / art | 51 | 51 | 0 | 0 |
| Audio / music | 36 | 31 | 1 | 4 |
| Interface / UX | 10 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
| Content / longevity | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Performance | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Value for money | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Stability / bugs | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 33 h on median; those who dislike it: 14 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 May 29, 2024 · All-time low: €11.59 (May 11, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 35 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 26,4 % of players.
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Strengths
- Combat mechanics drive the acclaim, generating 131 positive mentions out of 150.
- The narrative captivates deeply, securing 84 positive mentions out of 85.
- Visual direction shines brilliantly across 51 positive mentions out of 51.
- Sound design resonates strongly, backed by 31 positive mentions out of 36.
Weaknesses
- Interface design frustrates navigation, resulting in 8 negative mentions out of 10.
- Technical performance falters for some, showing 3 negative mentions out of 4.
Who is it for?
Hardcore action enthusiasts and Metroidvania fans seeking a punishing, story-driven challenge with demanding parry mechanics will find themselves right at home.
Is Nine Sols worth it in 2026?
Yes, without reservation for most players: 94% of 43,554 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Combat mechanics drive the acclaim, generating. Current price: 28,99€.
Verdict
Nine Sols delivers a masterclass in challenging action-adventure design, bonding precise combat with an unforgettable sci-fi fantasy tale. Despite minor user interface hurdles, the overwhelming 94 percent positive consensus confirms it as an essential journey for dedicated gamers.
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