Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8 Processeur : Dual-Core 2.0 GHz or better Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : ATI Radeon X1300/NVidia GeForce 6600 GT or better DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 400 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX-Compatible Sound Card Notes supplémentaires : We recommend trying the demo before purchasing to ensure that your system will run the game without errors.
Freedom Planet
The game’s lightning‑fast platforming and Sonic‑style boss battles dominate the conversation, with 126 positive mentions out of 144 for gameplay. Overall Steam sentiment is overwhelmingly positive at 95% (4,892 reviews) and long‑time players (>25 h) report a 98% positive rate. However, performance and UI issues linger despite the strong praise for graphics and story.
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 | 144 | 126 | 6 | 12 |
| Story / writing | 69 | 54 | 6 | 9 |
| Graphics / art | 51 | 50 | 0 | 1 |
| Audio / music | 51 | 44 | 0 | 7 |
| Content / longevity | 14 | 12 | 0 | 2 |
| Interface / UX | 13 | 3 | 0 | 10 |
| Value for money | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Stability / bugs | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Performance | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 14 h on median; those who dislike it: 4.2 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 56 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 4,5 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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This game on Twitch
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Strengths
- Gameplay shines: 126 positive mentions out of 144 total.
- Graphics are nearly flawless: 50 positive mentions out of 51.
- Story resonates with players: 54 positive mentions out of 69.
- Price is praised unanimously: 8 positive mentions out of 8.
- Players who invest >25 h report 98% positivity (127 out of 127).
Weaknesses
- Performance is a pain point: 0 positive, 6 negative mentions out of 6.
- Bugs hurt the experience: 0 positive, 8 negative mentions out of 8.
- User interface receives mixed feedback: only 3 positive versus 10 negative mentions out of 13.
- Audio draws some criticism: 7 negative mentions out of 51.
Who is it for?
Fans of retro‑style, high‑velocity platformers and Sonic‑era nostalgia will feel right at home, especially those who appreciate tight combat and vibrant visuals. Players tolerant of occasional performance hiccups will still find plenty to love.
Is Freedom Planet worth it in 2026?
Yes, without reservation for most players: 95% of 4,892 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay shines. Current price: 13,99€.
Verdict
Freedom Planet delivers a classic‑inspired platforming thrill that earns an Overwhelmingly Positive label on Steam, with a 95% positive overall score. While its core gameplay, visuals, and story are widely praised, the lingering performance and UI issues may deter perfectionists. Overall, it’s a strong indie offering for anyone chasing fast‑paced action.
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