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Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Support for OpenGL 2.1

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10

Kingdoms of the Dump

Niche cult favorite
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Released November 18, 2025
sample: 405 reviews posted after launch (155 AI-classified)
89/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 94 % · 1,057 reviews (« Very Positive »)
19,50€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A love letter to 90s SNES RPGs where the writing keeps players hooked long past 25 hours. Yet the modern engine stumbles so often that nearly one in three reviews calls out technical flaws.

What it's about: A SNES styled JRPG set in a fantasy world of garbage, created by two janitors. Join Trash Can Knight, Dustin Binsley, as he fights his way through the Five and a Half Kingdoms of the Dump!

In-game

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« This game was a lot of fun. I had a blast interacting with the characters & the story, plus the battle system was good, if a little clunky. Give this a game a try, support the developers, & especially make sure to have fun! »
👍 anonymous review · 50 h played11
« This game punches way to high above its weight. I got an 8 but do snea controller just to play this. Amazing. »
👍 anonymous review · 23 h played1
« This adventure is so ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ cool ! Go my trash boy goooo, i kinda hope they fix some issues and add the missing content, but it was rly neat »
👍 anonymous review · 42 h played
« If you like oldschool RPG's you will like this one »
👍 anonymous review · 27 h played
« I'd rather play the entire game to make the review, but, becuase of the importance of early feedback... IT'S A WONDERFUL AND LOVELY ATMOSPHERE, CHARMING CHARACTERS AND A USE OF ENGLISH I WISH TO SPEAK EVERYDAY. »
👍 anonymous review · 49 h played
« Just started act 3 and God this game is awesome. Any complaints Ive had were literally fixed on the next update and the game is just amazing 10/10 for sure »
👍 anonymous review · 47 h played
« Released unfinished, and all of the unfinished content appears around act 3. It gets buggy, boring, and disheartening. Felt shady as hell to get so far in a game that felt so incredibly fun and become so disappointed. »
👎 anonymous review · 29 h played
« This game doesn't allow backtracking. If you've exited an area and want to go back to see if you've missed something, too bad. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« A good game with a lot of love put into it; however it isnt complete. Needs to go back into the oven for another 6 months to a year to be truly 1.0. »
👎 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Rare moment when I wish there was a in between rating. To be brief...who beta tested this? »
👎 anonymous review · 26 h played
« Too many bugs. Crashed in the (probably) final fight »
👎 anonymous review · 31 h played
« Found this game randomly and decided to get in on a whim, and holy moly. It has exceeded literally all of my expectations thus far. Phenomenal game »
👍 anonymous review · 20 h played

In players' words

« This game was a lot of fun. I had a blast interacting with the characters & the story, plus the battle system was good, if a little clunky. Give this a game a try, support the developers, & especially make sure to have fun! »
👍 anonymous review · 50 h played11
« Released unfinished, and all of the unfinished content appears around act 3. It gets buggy, boring, and disheartening. Felt shady as hell to get so far in a game that felt so incredibly fun and become so disappointed. »
👎 anonymous review · 29 h played
« This game punches way to high above its weight. I got an 8 but do snea controller just to play this. Amazing. »
👍 anonymous review · 23 h played1
« This game doesn't allow backtracking. If you've exited an area and want to go back to see if you've missed something, too bad. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« This adventure is so ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ cool ! Go my trash boy goooo, i kinda hope they fix some issues and add the missing content, but it was rly neat »
👍 anonymous review · 42 h played
« A good game with a lot of love put into it; however it isnt complete. Needs to go back into the oven for another 6 months to a year to be truly 1.0. »
👎 anonymous review · 8 h played
« If you like oldschool RPG's you will like this one »
👍 anonymous review · 27 h played
« Rare moment when I wish there was a in between rating. To be brief...who beta tested this? »
👎 anonymous review · 26 h played
« I'd rather play the entire game to make the review, but, becuase of the importance of early feedback... IT'S A WONDERFUL AND LOVELY ATMOSPHERE, CHARMING CHARACTERS AND A USE OF ENGLISH I WISH TO SPEAK EVERYDAY. »
👍 anonymous review · 49 h played
« Too many bugs. Crashed in the (probably) final fight »
👎 anonymous review · 31 h played
« Just started act 3 and God this game is awesome. Any complaints Ive had were literally fixed on the next update and the game is just amazing 10/10 for sure »
👍 anonymous review · 47 h played
« Found this game randomly and decided to get in on a whim, and holy moly. It has exceeded literally all of my expectations thus far. Phenomenal game »
👍 anonymous review · 20 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
62 % pos · n=84
Story / writing
93 % pos · n=81
Graphics / art
94 % pos · n=49
Audio / music
94 % pos · n=32
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=30
Content / longevity
56 % pos · n=16
Value for money
100 % pos · n=8
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay84522111
Story / writing817542
Graphics / art494621
Audio / music323011
Stability / bugs300327
Content / longevity16925
Value for money8800
Interface / UX2002

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 33 h on median; those who dislike it: 26 h.

<2h
83 % (n=6)
2-10h
70 % (n=37)
10-25h
87 % (n=63)
>25h
94 % (n=299)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Nov 2025 : 92% positive92NovDec 2025 : 82% positive82DecJan 2026 : 94% positive94JanFeb 2026 : 88% positive88FebMar 2026 : 89% positive89MarApr 2026 : 94% positive94AprMay 2026 : 89% positive89MayJun 2026 : 90% positive90Jun

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

💶 Price history

€13.65€15.35€17.06€18.76€20.472026€14.62

Steam price tracked automatically since Nov 18, 2025 · All-time low: €14.62 (Jun 25, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

8,7 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 42 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 25,3 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The story shines brightest, praised in 75 out of 81 mentions with near-universal acclaim for its humor and characters
  • Graphics earn near-perfect praise—46 positive mentions out of 49—capturing the cherished 16-bit aesthetic
  • Long-term engagement soars: 94% of players logging over 25 hours rate it highly
  • The soundtrack and voice acting delight critics, with 30 out of 32 mentions glowing

Weaknesses

  • Bugs derail the experience for many, cited negatively in 27 out of 30 mentions
  • Unfinished elements linger on players' minds, tagged 'inachevé' in 9 mentions
  • UI frustrations slip through the cracks, though only mentioned twice, both times negatively

Who is it for?

Fans of classic JRPGs craving nostalgia and sharp writing will adore this. Those prioritizing flawless performance may find the bumps hard to ignore.

Is Kingdoms of the Dump worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 94% of 1,057 Steam reviews are positive (player score 89/100). Most-praised strength: The story shines brightest, praised in 75 out of. Current price: 19,50€.

Verdict

Kingdoms of the Dump delivers a heartfelt homage with a story that refuses to let go. Its technical hiccups are the trade-off for a passion project that resonates deeply. For 94% of Steam players, the charm outweighs the crashes.

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