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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows Vista Mémoire vive : 512 MB de mémoire Graphiques : Open GL 3.3+ Espace disque : 512 MB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows Vista Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Open GL 3.3+ Espace disque : 512 MB d'espace disque disponible

Path of Achra

Niche cult favorite
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Released May 7, 2024
sample: 421 reviews posted after launch (179 AI-classified)
95/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 98 % · 3,216 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
9,75€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Its addictive build system has drawn players into more than 25 hours of gameplay, a testament to its deep content and simple mechanics. 98 % of all Steam reviews are positive, with a 96 % post‑release positivity, and gameplay receives 153 positive mentions out of 166.

What it's about: Path of Achra is a dark fantasy roguelike of the ancient earth, with a focus on streamlined controls and rapid hero customization. A "broken build sandbox." Fight through the deadly lands of Achra to reach the horrors of the Obelisk, and discover what lies beyond...

In-game

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« Games great. Can be played with one hand, freeing the other to pet a cat while still gaming. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played1
« dcss baby with PoE that was born while they smoked pure unfiltered crack »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played1
« hahahahah almost 400 hours later I'm finally done. I'm free! Every build complete! I can stop playing this game! »
👍 anonymous review · 389 h played1
« tbh i never thought i'd actually like a game like this, it's pretty fun despite being a build making autism simulator. Plus it feels very conan-esque »
👍 anonymous review · 50 h played1
« Peak, 10/10. The game knows what it wants to be and nails it in every way. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played1
« Pick Ape, Upuat, Humbaba. Wear only the Painted Loincloth. Hold right-click until you find an Amethyst Falx, pick Anroth at 20 Glory. »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played1
« I stood still and won. None of my decisions felt impactful. I was swamped with so much text, and it barely mattered. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« unengaging low skill artifically challenging afk farming slop »
👎 anonymous review · 18 h played
« Its...just boring? There's not a lot to actually do in game, it plays itself, which I get it literally advertised as such, but you'd think the dev would give you more to do on your end otherwise. But no. Even the lore is kind of one note. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« It is essentially a trial & error game. Not really much "strategy" when the descriptions of everything are so awful and vague. This game is a waste of time. »
👎 anonymous review · 11 h played
« Terrible UI should not be rewarded. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Franchement très bon et addictif j'aime beaucoup l'aspect atari 2600 un bon 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played

In players' words

« Games great. Can be played with one hand, freeing the other to pet a cat while still gaming. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played1
« I stood still and won. None of my decisions felt impactful. I was swamped with so much text, and it barely mattered. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« dcss baby with PoE that was born while they smoked pure unfiltered crack »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played1
« unengaging low skill artifically challenging afk farming slop »
👎 anonymous review · 18 h played
« hahahahah almost 400 hours later I'm finally done. I'm free! Every build complete! I can stop playing this game! »
👍 anonymous review · 389 h played1
« Its...just boring? There's not a lot to actually do in game, it plays itself, which I get it literally advertised as such, but you'd think the dev would give you more to do on your end otherwise. But no. Even the lore is kind of one note. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« tbh i never thought i'd actually like a game like this, it's pretty fun despite being a build making autism simulator. Plus it feels very conan-esque »
👍 anonymous review · 50 h played1
« It is essentially a trial & error game. Not really much "strategy" when the descriptions of everything are so awful and vague. This game is a waste of time. »
👎 anonymous review · 11 h played
« Peak, 10/10. The game knows what it wants to be and nails it in every way. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played1
« Terrible UI should not be rewarded. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Pick Ape, Upuat, Humbaba. Wear only the Painted Loincloth. Hold right-click until you find an Amethyst Falx, pick Anroth at 20 Glory. »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played1
« Franchement très bon et addictif j'aime beaucoup l'aspect atari 2600 un bon 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 16 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
92 % pos · n=166
Content / longevity
62 % pos · n=26
Story / writing
92 % pos · n=24
Graphics / art
83 % pos · n=18
Interface / UX
25 % pos · n=12
Audio / music
89 % pos · n=9
Value for money
100 % pos · n=7
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay16615358
Content / longevity261628
Story / writing242202
Graphics / art181503
Interface / UX12309
Audio / music9801
Value for money7700
Stability / bugs1001
Multiplayer1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 37 h on median; those who dislike it: 3.2 h.

🪤 42 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
53 % (n=17)
2-10h
92 % (n=61)
10-25h
98 % (n=101)
>25h
99 % (n=242)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Oct 2025 : 94% positive94OctNov 2025 : 100% positive100NovDec 2025 : 94% positive94DecJan 2026 : 97% positive97JanFeb 2026 : 97% positive97FebMar 2026 : 95% positive95MarApr 2026 : 90% positive90AprMay 2026 : 100% positive100MayJun 2026 : 95% positive95JunJul 2026 : 97% positive97Jul

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

2,7 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 102 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 6,2 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay: 153 positive mentions out of 166, 92 % positivity
  • Story: 22 positive mentions out of 24, 92 % positivity
  • Graphics: 15 positive mentions out of 18, 83 % positivity
  • Audio: 8 positive mentions out of 9, 89 % positivity

Weaknesses

  • UI: 9 negative mentions out of 12, 75 % negativity
  • Content: 8 negative mentions out of 26, 31 % negativity
  • Bugs: 1 negative mention (no positives)
  • Multiplayer: 1 negative mention (no positives)

Who is it for?

Fans of roguelike RPGs who enjoy building and replaying will thrive here, especially if they can tolerate a slightly clunky interface. The game is ideal for players seeking deep, simple systems and immersive storytelling.

Is Path of Achra worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 98% of 3,216 Steam reviews are positive (player score 95/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay. Current price: 9,75€.

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Path of Achra: 95/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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