Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 x64 Processeur : Core I5 Gen 9, Ryzen 5 3600/5600X Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1050 4GB DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 20 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Yes Prise en charge VR:
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 x64 Processeur : Core I7 Gen 9, Ryzen 7 3700X Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1660 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 30 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Yes Prise en charge VR:
The Scourge | Tai Ương
The narrative, steeped in Vietnamese folklore and a palpable sense of fear, dominates player conversation. Overall, the game enjoys a Very Positive rating on Steam, with 94% of the 400 post‑release sampled reviews being positive.
What it's about: Explore the nightmarish lucid dreams of Nhat Huy to solve his family's mystery. Set in 90s Saigon, navigate dilapidated corridors, solve mind-bending puzzles, and uncover sinister secrets. Can you survive the twisting maze and The Scourge?
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story / writing | 30 | 29 | 0 | 1 |
| Gameplay | 18 | 15 | 2 | 1 |
| Graphics / art | 11 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| Audio / music | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Performance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Multiplayer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 7.1 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.8 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Oct 23, 2024 · All-time low: €6.82 (Sep 29, 2025)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 12 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 15 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Compelling story: 29 positive mentions out of 30
- Stunning visuals: 10 positive mentions out of 11
- Immersive audio design: 8 positive mentions out of 10
- Engaging gameplay loops: 15 positive mentions out of 18
- Strong mid‑range playtime satisfaction: 94% positive across the 2‑10 hour bucket (280 reviews)
Weaknesses
- Performance issues: 1 negative mention
- Lack of multiplayer content: 1 negative mention
- Minor story criticism: 1 negative mention
- Mixed feedback on some gameplay elements: 2 mixed mentions
Who is it for?
Fans of indie RPGs who value deep, culturally‑rich storytelling and atmospheric presentation will find much to love. Players seeking robust multiplayer or flawless performance should temper expectations.
Is The Scourge | Tai Ương worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 94% of 1,284 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: Compelling story. Current price: 24,50€.
Verdict
The Scourge | Tai Ương delivers a richly woven tale and solid production values that resonate with its audience. Technical hiccups and the absence of multiplayer keep it from being flawless, but its strengths make it a worthwhile experience for story‑driven gamers.
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