Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows® 10 64 Bit Processeur : Intel Core i5-6600, 3.3 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X, 3.5 GHz Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 750 Ti / Radeon R7 360 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : 16:9 recommended
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows® 10 64 Bit Processeur : Intel Core i5-11600K, 3.9 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X, 3.7 GHz Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 1070 / Radeon RX 590 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : 16:9 recommended
Artisan TD
⚔️ Compare View on Steam ↗Players keep coming back for over 25 hours of tower‑defense puzzles — and they’re largely satisfied. 87 % of all Steam reviews are positive, with 76 % of the post‑release sample showing praise.
In-game
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 | 122 | 65 | 8 | 49 |
| Graphics / art | 23 | 21 | 0 | 2 |
| Content / longevity | 16 | 5 | 2 | 9 |
| Performance | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Interface / UX | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Audio / music | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Value for money | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Story / writing | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Stability / bugs | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 26 h on median; those who dislike it: 2.9 h.
🪤 43 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
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 22, 2024 · All-time low: €7.42 (Mar 19, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 41 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 10,6 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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This game on Twitch
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Strengths
- Gameplay: 65 positive mentions out of 122, showing solid strategic depth.
- Graphics: 21 positive mentions out of 23, indicating sharp visuals.
- Playtime: 172 users logged >25 h with 94 % positive feedback, proving stickiness.
- Content: 5 positive mentions out of 16, highlighting added variety.
Weaknesses
- UI: 6 negative mentions out of 6, pointing to a frustrating interface.
- Performance: 5 negative mentions out of 7, revealing frequent framerate drops or crashes.
- Content: 9 negative mentions out of 16, suggesting uneven level design.
- Gameplay: 49 negative mentions out of 122, reflecting occasional frustration with difficulty spikes.
Who is it for?
Tower‑defense enthusiasts who enjoy methodical puzzle design will find the core mechanic rewarding, while casual players may appreciate the accessibility but should brace for UI hiccups.
Is Artisan TD worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 87% of 2,466 Steam reviews are positive (player score 76/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay. Current price: 16,49€.
Verdict
Artisan TD delivers a compelling tower‑defense experience, backed by strong visuals and a dedicated player base. However, the consistently negative UI and performance reports may deter those who demand a polished interface. Overall, it’s a solid pick for fans of the genre who can overlook these technical snags.
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