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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Dual-core processor, 2.0 GHz Mémoire vive : 6 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel HD Graphics 3000 or equivalent DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Grimshire

Niche cult favorite
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Released July 22, 2025
IndieRPGSimulationEarly Access
sample: 400 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
98/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 98 % · 3,111 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
14,79€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Players are losing themselves in the expansive fields of Grimshire for over 25 hours at a time, finding a level of immersion that keeps the community hooked. This massive player investment is reflected in a 98% post-release approval rating across 400 sampled reviews.

In-game

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« a healthy mix of animal crossing, stardew valley and a plague tale »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« I'm stressed, tired, in over my head and heartbroken but this game is so worth it ! Stardew Valley meets Don't Starve. Highly recommend :) »
👍 anonymous review · 44 h played
« It's a very cute game and we can see the hardwork put into it »
👍 anonymous review · 14 h played
« Very good game, I love it and its lore and story »
👍 anonymous review · 25 h played
« Since beginning of this year (today is June 2026) the only update we received are translations. I wish devs were more focused on finishing game they already sold rather than droping merchandise 30$ plushies. »
👎 anonymous review · 42 h played
« sddvhoquldvbmiqfdbn omfnvojb nfmvkn fdkvln :) »
👍 anonymous review · 108 h played
« Incroyable, j'ai hâte qu'il soit fini parce qu'il est déjà trop bien. L'histoire est prenante et grave intéressante. Les mécaniques sont très cool et les graphismes vraiment beau. »
👍 anonymous review · 38 h played
« Truly amazing. I've played so many harvest moon/stardew valley style games and this one really stands out both gameplay wise and writting wise. Absolutely love it, cant wait for year 2 update! »
👍 anonymous review · 97 h played

In players' words

« a healthy mix of animal crossing, stardew valley and a plague tale »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Since beginning of this year (today is June 2026) the only update we received are translations. I wish devs were more focused on finishing game they already sold rather than droping merchandise 30$ plushies. »
👎 anonymous review · 42 h played
« I'm stressed, tired, in over my head and heartbroken but this game is so worth it ! Stardew Valley meets Don't Starve. Highly recommend :) »
👍 anonymous review · 44 h played
« sddvhoquldvbmiqfdbn omfnvojb nfmvkn fdkvln :) »
👍 anonymous review · 108 h played
« It's a very cute game and we can see the hardwork put into it »
👍 anonymous review · 14 h played
« Incroyable, j'ai hâte qu'il soit fini parce qu'il est déjà trop bien. L'histoire est prenante et grave intéressante. Les mécaniques sont très cool et les graphismes vraiment beau. »
👍 anonymous review · 38 h played
« Very good game, I love it and its lore and story »
👍 anonymous review · 25 h played
« Truly amazing. I've played so many harvest moon/stardew valley style games and this one really stands out both gameplay wise and writting wise. Absolutely love it, cant wait for year 2 update! »
👍 anonymous review · 97 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=139
Story / writing
98 % pos · n=93
Content / longevity
92 % pos · n=53
Graphics / art
92 % pos · n=37
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=9
Stability / bugs
50 % pos · n=8
Interface / UX
17 % pos · n=6
Value for money
100 % pos · n=5
Performance
33 % pos · n=3
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay13912874
Story / writing939111
Content / longevity534931
Graphics / art373421
Audio / music9900
Stability / bugs8404
Interface / UX6114
Value for money5500
Performance3111

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 47 h on median; those who dislike it: 24 h.

<2h
50 % (n=2)
2-10h
96 % (n=23)
10-25h
95 % (n=57)
>25h
99 % (n=318)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
May 2026 : 99% positive99MayJun 2026 : 97% positive97JunJul 2026 : 98% positive98Jul

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

5,3 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 19 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 26,4 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Core gameplay mechanics act as the primary draw with 128 positive mentions out of 139.
  • The narrative depth provides an emotional anchor for the experience, garnering 91 positive mentions out of 93.
  • Visual direction hits the mark for the cozy aesthetic with 34 positive mentions out of 37.
  • Content depth is highly rated, with 49 positive mentions out of 53.
  • Audio design is consistently praised, appearing in 9 positive mentions out of 9.

Weaknesses

  • User interface design struggles to satisfy, with 4 negative mentions out of 6.
  • Technical polish remains inconsistent, as bugs are highlighted in 4 negative mentions out of 8.
  • General performance occasionally falters, noted in 1 negative mention out of 3.

Who is it for?

Fans of farming simulations and cozy, story-driven RPGs will find their next obsession here. It is perfect for those who prioritize long-term gameplay loops over flawless technical interfaces.

Verdict

Grimshire delivers a remarkably addictive experience that easily justifies its place in the genre. While the UI and minor bugs could use some refinement, the sheer quality of the narrative and world-building makes it a must-play.

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Grimshire: 98/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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