Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Dual Core 2.4GHz Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 1070 or equivalent DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 10 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Quad Core - 3GHz Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce RTX Series 20 DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 10 GB d'espace disque disponible
Tears of Metal
Over a quarter of players have already spent more than 10 hours diving into its chaotic, roguelike combat, and those who push past 25 hours are the most satisfied. A chaotic yet rewarding blend of Dynasty Warriors-style action and roguelike elements keeps the masses hooked, despite lingering technical hiccups.
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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 | 169 | 120 | 8 | 41 |
| Graphics / art | 38 | 35 | 0 | 3 |
| Content / longevity | 34 | 21 | 3 | 10 |
| Multiplayer | 22 | 16 | 1 | 5 |
| Audio / music | 20 | 19 | 0 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 20 | 1 | 2 | 17 |
| Value for money | 13 | 4 | 1 | 8 |
| Performance | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 |
| Story / writing | 9 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| Stability / bugs | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 8.3 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.8 h.
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 89 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 17,3 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
1 review videos analyzed: 1 positive0 mixed0 negative
Créateurs et joueurs s'accordent sur l'appréciation globale du gameplay, des graphismes et de l'audio, ces aspects étant majoritairement salués des deux côtés. En revanche, l'interface utilisateur (UI) cristallise une divergence majeure : unanimement critiquée par les joueurs, elle est pourtant jugée positivement par les créateurs, révélant un décalage entre expérience pratique et présentation.
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Strengths
- Roguelike combat shines brightest: 120 positive mentions out of 169 highlight its addictive, chaotic appeal.
- Visuals steal the show with near-universal acclaim: 35 positive mentions out of 38 praise the striking, stylized art direction.
- Audio design resonates deeply: 19 positive mentions out of 20 underscore its immersive soundtrack and sound effects.
- Cooperative play thrives: 16 positive mentions out of 22 show strong player enthusiasm for multiplayer.
Weaknesses
- UI frustrates more than it helps: 17 negative mentions out of 20 reveal clunky menus and unclear navigation.
- Price draws criticism: 8 negative mentions out of 13 question its value proposition.
- Bugs linger in the shadows: 5 negative mentions out of 7 signal persistent technical issues.
- Content diversity sparks debate: 10 negative mentions out of 34 suggest some players crave deeper variety.
Who is it for?
Fans of fast-paced, Dynasty Warriors-inspired action with roguelike twists will revel in its adrenaline-fueled combat loops. Those seeking a polished, long-term experience might want to wait for further optimizations.
Is Tears of Metal worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 84% of 1,158 Steam reviews are positive (player score 82/100). Most-praised strength: Roguelike combat shines brightest. Current price: 22,49€ (10% off).
Verdict
A high-energy, visually stunning roguelike that thrives on replayability and chaos but stumbles under the weight of UI clumsiness and lingering bugs. Its 82% post-release positivity proves its core appeal outweighs its flaws—just not for everyone.
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