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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows XP SP2 ou plus récent Processeur : Pentium ou plus récent Mémoire vive : 64 Mo de RAM Espace disque: 1,5 Go d'espace disque disponible Carte graphique : Compatible DirectX 5 ou plus récent

Primordia

Niche cult favorite
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Released December 5, 2012
sample: 455 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
93/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 97 % · 3,423 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
9,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Primordia, a point-and-click adventure game, has captivated players with its engaging story, garnering 141 positive mentions out of 147. The game's post-release reception has been overwhelmingly positive, with 93% of players leaving positive reviews. As players delve into the game, they spend an average of 10-25 hours exploring the world, with 99% of players in this bracket leaving positive reviews.

In-game

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« Bon jeu d'aventure point and clic dans un univers "steampunk". Bénéficie d'un patch fr bénévole nickel. »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Very nice story and lore, congrats to the dev for the imagination i enjoyed every minute of the game »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« Awesome point-and-click adventure with great ambiance and an incredible story full of mysteries. Every Wadjet Eyes games are great, this one is even better. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« This game is awesome. Play it! »
👍 anonymous review · 26 h played
« this game needs subtitles for english non-speaker. (like me, the game was more hard because i could not full understand what it was said) »
👍 anonymous review · 20 h played
« Juste une pure merveille pour les accro de se genre d'univers. Des graphismes excellents pour du pixel art et une cohérence surnaturelle. Un des meilleurs jeux aux quels j'ai joué »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Pas du tout accroché à ce jeu de robots classique, les graphismes sont saturés en couleur j'ai pas aimé et le gameplay avec la carte est un peu lourd: on s'y perd vite. Jeu plutôt décevant des studios Wadjet eyes. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Great game, unfortunately I cannot recommend buying it. »
👎 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Atmospheric, but boring and not funny, despite desperately trying to be. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« OMGGGGG I WENT TO CHECK THE TOWER AND I SHOWED HIM THE PRINTOUT BUT THAT STUPID SOLDIER ROBOT IS NOT GOING AWAY »
👎 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Could not get past the first level. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Short but good. Convincing world/story »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played

In players' words

« Bon jeu d'aventure point and clic dans un univers "steampunk". Bénéficie d'un patch fr bénévole nickel. »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Pas du tout accroché à ce jeu de robots classique, les graphismes sont saturés en couleur j'ai pas aimé et le gameplay avec la carte est un peu lourd: on s'y perd vite. Jeu plutôt décevant des studios Wadjet eyes. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Very nice story and lore, congrats to the dev for the imagination i enjoyed every minute of the game »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« Great game, unfortunately I cannot recommend buying it. »
👎 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Awesome point-and-click adventure with great ambiance and an incredible story full of mysteries. Every Wadjet Eyes games are great, this one is even better. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Atmospheric, but boring and not funny, despite desperately trying to be. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« This game is awesome. Play it! »
👍 anonymous review · 26 h played
« OMGGGGG I WENT TO CHECK THE TOWER AND I SHOWED HIM THE PRINTOUT BUT THAT STUPID SOLDIER ROBOT IS NOT GOING AWAY »
👎 anonymous review · 7 h played
« this game needs subtitles for english non-speaker. (like me, the game was more hard because i could not full understand what it was said) »
👍 anonymous review · 20 h played
« Could not get past the first level. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Juste une pure merveille pour les accro de se genre d'univers. Des graphismes excellents pour du pixel art et une cohérence surnaturelle. Un des meilleurs jeux aux quels j'ai joué »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Short but good. Convincing world/story »
👍 anonymous review · 5 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
Story / writing
96 % pos · n=147
Gameplay
77 % pos · n=129
Graphics / art
87 % pos · n=75
Audio / music
98 % pos · n=41
Interface / UX
45 % pos · n=11
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=4
Value for money
33 % pos · n=3
Content / longevity
50 % pos · n=2
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing14714142
Gameplay129991911
Graphics / art756546
Audio / music414001
Interface / UX11506
Stability / bugs4004
Value for money3111
Content / longevity2101
Performance1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 9 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.3 h.

<2h
43 % (n=14)
2-10h
92 % (n=268)
10-25h
99 % (n=157)
>25h
94 % (n=16)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Oct 2023 : 94% positive94OctNov 2023 : 94% positive94NovDec 2023 : 87% positive87DecJan 2024 : 94% positive94JanMar 2024 : 94% positive94MarJun 2024 : 100% positive100JunJul 2024 : 94% positive94JulNov 2024 : 100% positive100NovJan 2025 : 95% positive95JanJul 2025 : 88% positive88Jul

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

4,4 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 29 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 26,2 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The story is a major highlight, with 141 positive mentions out of 147
  • Gameplay is widely praised, with 99 positive mentions out of 129
  • The audio design is also commended, with 40 positive mentions out of 41

Weaknesses

  • Some players experience bugs, with 4 negative mentions out of 4
  • The user interface can be frustrating, with 6 negative mentions out of 11

Who is it for?

Fans of science fiction and post-apocalyptic settings will enjoy Primordia, as will those who appreciate engaging stories and puzzle-solving.

Is Primordia worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 97% of 3,423 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: The story is a major highlight. Current price: 9,99€.

Verdict

Overall, Primordia is a well-crafted adventure game that excels in its storytelling and gameplay, making it a must-play for fans of the genre. With its high positive review rate and engaging gameplay, it's an excellent choice for those looking for a compelling and immersive experience.

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Primordia: 93/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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