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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 Processeur : Intel Core i3-8100 /AMD Ryzen 3 3100 Mémoire vive : 6 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GeForce GTX 550 Ti [1 GB] / AMD Radeon HD 7770 [2 GB] DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 6 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Estimated performance: 1080p/60fps with graphics settings at "Low". Framerate might drop in graphics-intensive scenes.

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 Processeur : Intel Core i3-8100 /AMD Ryzen 3 3100 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GeForce GTX 750 Ti [2 GB] / AMD Radeon HD 7850 [2 GB] / Intel Arc A310 [4 GB] DirectX : Version 12 Notes supplémentaires : Estimated performance: 1080p/60fps with graphics settings at "High". Framerate might drop in graphics-intensive scenes.

Once Upon A KATAMARI

Niche cult favorite
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Released October 23, 2025
sample: 411 reviews posted after launch (155 AI-classified)
85/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 92 % · 1,615 reviews (« Very Positive »)
39,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The rolling physics and quirky charm keep players logging more than 25 hours on average. Steam data records a 92 % overall approval, with 86 % of post‑release reviews still positive.

What it's about: Il était une fois, un katamari qui roulait à travers le passé et le présent. Dans cette histoire qui transcende les époques, vous êtes le seul capable d'enrouler à travers les âges ! Partez à l'aventure à travers des mondes rocambolesques pour enrouler à tout va et rendre au ciel ses étoiles !

In-game

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« GTA 6 this, GTA 6 that… DO YOU KNOW HOW HARD IT WAS WAITING FOR A [b]NEW[/b] ORIGINALÉ KATAMARI GAME?! You peasants don’t know true suffering. GOTY. Best game. I’ve only just started and I have tears running down my face and my thighs »
👍 anonymous review · 19 h played16854
« *boots up katamari* King of the Universe: ahh my stupid ass son. Get your gay ass on earth and roll ♥♥♥♥ up for 20 minutes. OK. I hate you *the best song ever produced for a video game starts to play* »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played18822
« New Katamari? In 2025? Ultrawide support? Classic + updated controls? Banger new music? Same classic charm? Yes »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played1
« Science Fact: It is impossible to be sad while playing a Katamari Damacy game. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played2211
« The controls have changed to be a lot more fluid and it feels really great. You can now customize and make your own Prince. Level selection is a lot easier. So far it's the perfect Katamari. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played111
« Meh. It's a Katamari Damacy game, so I can't NOT recommend it. However, compared to other titles in the series, it's just... meh. Too many "gather only this type of thing" levels, not enough "As Large As Possible"-style levels for my taste. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played1
« What started as an enjoyable game turned into a soundtrack DLC money grab fest. »
👎 anonymous review · 10 h played
« The physics in this game are a lot more sluggish than previous entries and unfortunately that completely ruins it for me. I love the Katamari series but this one just does not feel fun to play. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« while the game itself it alright, feels like it lacks soul somehow. i cannot explain to you why i felt that why. it just lacks IT »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« This is the enshittification of katamari »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« it feels slow, the music dlc is the price of the game and nobody plays the online mode and no local co-op so good luck getting a friend to pay 40$ »
👎 anonymous review · 14 h played
« na naaaa nanan nanan naan aaa tltltdldltlm naaa nananaaaaaaaaaaaaaa »
👍 anonymous review · 13 h played

In players' words

« GTA 6 this, GTA 6 that… DO YOU KNOW HOW HARD IT WAS WAITING FOR A [b]NEW[/b] ORIGINALÉ KATAMARI GAME?! You peasants don’t know true suffering. GOTY. Best game. I’ve only just started and I have tears running down my face and my thighs »
👍 anonymous review · 19 h played16854
« What started as an enjoyable game turned into a soundtrack DLC money grab fest. »
👎 anonymous review · 10 h played
« *boots up katamari* King of the Universe: ahh my stupid ass son. Get your gay ass on earth and roll ♥♥♥♥ up for 20 minutes. OK. I hate you *the best song ever produced for a video game starts to play* »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played18822
« The physics in this game are a lot more sluggish than previous entries and unfortunately that completely ruins it for me. I love the Katamari series but this one just does not feel fun to play. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« New Katamari? In 2025? Ultrawide support? Classic + updated controls? Banger new music? Same classic charm? Yes »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played1
« while the game itself it alright, feels like it lacks soul somehow. i cannot explain to you why i felt that why. it just lacks IT »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Science Fact: It is impossible to be sad while playing a Katamari Damacy game. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played2211
« This is the enshittification of katamari »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« The controls have changed to be a lot more fluid and it feels really great. You can now customize and make your own Prince. Level selection is a lot easier. So far it's the perfect Katamari. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played111
« it feels slow, the music dlc is the price of the game and nobody plays the online mode and no local co-op so good luck getting a friend to pay 40$ »
👎 anonymous review · 14 h played
« Meh. It's a Katamari Damacy game, so I can't NOT recommend it. However, compared to other titles in the series, it's just... meh. Too many "gather only this type of thing" levels, not enough "As Large As Possible"-style levels for my taste. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played1
« na naaaa nanan nanan naan aaa tltltdldltlm naaa nananaaaaaaaaaaaaaa »
👍 anonymous review · 13 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
75 % pos · n=111
Content / longevity
70 % pos · n=47
Audio / music
79 % pos · n=34
Story / writing
50 % pos · n=18
Graphics / art
82 % pos · n=11
Value for money
0 % pos · n=11
Performance
20 % pos · n=10
Interface / UX
22 % pos · n=9
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=7
Multiplayer
40 % pos · n=5
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay11183919
Content / longevity473368
Audio / music342725
Story / writing18927
Graphics / art11902
Value for money110110
Performance10208
Interface / UX9216
Stability / bugs7007
Multiplayer5203

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 18 h on median; those who dislike it: 8.2 h.

<2h
32 % (n=25)
2-10h
82 % (n=103)
10-25h
90 % (n=186)
>25h
97 % (n=97)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Oct 2025 : 85% positive85OctNov 2025 : 82% positive82NovDec 2025 : 85% positive85DecJan 2026 : 87% positive87JanFeb 2026 : 83% positive83FebMar 2026 : 78% positive78MarMay 2026 : 91% positive91MayJun 2026 : 87% positive87JunJul 2026 : 80% positive80Jul

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

💶 Price history

€21.59€26.79€31.99€37.19€42.392026€23.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 01, 2025 · All-time low: €23.99 (Jun 25, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

9,1 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 38 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 22,3 % of players.

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Strengths

  • Gameplay dominates praise with 83 positive mentions out of 111 total.
  • Audio scores high, earning 27 positive mentions out of 34.
  • Graphics are well‑received, with 9 positive mentions out of 11.
  • Content variety is highlighted, achieving 33 positive mentions out of 47.
  • The keyword “fun” appears 35 times, underscoring the game's core appeal.

Weaknesses

  • Performance is a pain point, with only 2 positive mentions out of 10.
  • Price draws criticism, registering 10 negative mentions out of 11.
  • Bugs are universally disliked, 7 negative mentions out of 7.
  • UI frustrates players, with 6 negative mentions out of 9.

Who is it for?

Casual gamers who enjoy light‑hearted action and physics‑based puzzles will thrive, as will fans of quirky, replayable experiences. Those sensitive to performance hiccups or high prices may want to wait for patches.

Is Once Upon A KATAMARI worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 92% of 1,615 Steam reviews are positive (player score 85/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates praise. Current price: 39,99€.

Verdict

Once Upon A KATAMARI delivers a fun, content‑rich adventure that resonates with its audience, reflected in strong gameplay and audio scores. However, technical shortcomings and pricing concerns temper its shine, meaning the game shines brightest for players willing to overlook those flaws.

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