Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 (SP1+), Windows 10 and Windows 11 (32-bit, 64-bit) Processeur : x86, x64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support. Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : DX10, DX11, DX12 capable. DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 (SP1+), Windows 10 and Windows 11 (32-bit, 64-bit) Processeur : x86, x64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support. Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : DX10, DX11, DX12 capable. DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible
Crisis in the Kremlin: The Cold War
⚔️ Compare View on Steam ↗The game’s intricate economy keeps players invested beyond 25 hours—while some still find the interface frustrating. Since launch, 405 reviews show a 74% positive rate, and the overall Steam history reports 81% positive feedback.
What it's about: Crisis in the Kremlin: The Cold War est un jeu de stratégie politique en temps réel où vous contrôlez l'URSS durant sa dernière décennie. Gérez l'économie, les relations internationales et la politique intérieure. Usez de diplomatie ou imposez votre influence par des conflits indirects.
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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 | 67 | 43 | 5 | 19 |
| Content / longevity | 20 | 12 | 1 | 7 |
| Interface / UX | 12 | 1 | 0 | 11 |
| Story / writing | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Graphics / art | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Value for money | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Audio / music | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Stability / bugs | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 39 h on median; those who dislike it: 26 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 Jul 11, 2025 · All-time low: €6.23 (Jun 25, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 86 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 1 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Praised for its value: 4 positive mentions out of 4 on price.
- Audio earns 3 positives out of 3 for immersive sound.
- Graphics receive 3 positives out of 4 reviews.
- Gameplay depth highlighted with 43 positives out of 67 mentions.
- Content appreciated with 12 positives out of 20 mentions.
Weaknesses
- UI design criticized with 11 negative mentions out of 12.
- Gameplay complexity leads to frustration with 19 negatives out of 67.
- Bugs reported in every review: 3 negative mentions out of 3.
- Content depth sometimes feels uneven with 7 negatives out of 20.
Who is it for?
Fans of deep economic simulations who appreciate strategic depth and are patient with a steep learning curve will find it rewarding. Players who value polished interfaces may want to be cautious.
Is Crisis in the Kremlin: The Cold War worth it in 2026?
Mostly yes, if its flaws don't put you off: 81% of 705 Steam reviews are positive (player score 71/100). Most-praised strength: Praised for its value. Current price: 7,79€.
Verdict
Crisis in the Kremlin: The Cold War offers a compelling economic strategy that draws players into long sessions, backed by solid value and immersive audio/graphics. However, its UI flaws and occasional bugs can detract from the experience. Overall, it stands as a strong title for strategy enthusiasts willing to navigate its complexity.
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