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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows11/10 Processeur : 2.66GHz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 512MB DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 15 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : PCM

AQUARIUM

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Released October 25, 2023
sample: 400 reviews posted after launch (126 AI-classified)
98/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 98 % · 542 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
19,50€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The story is the engine that keeps players hooked, tallying 57 positive mentions out of 66. Overall, the game enjoys an Overwhelmingly Positive rating with 98% of 542 Steam reviews praising it, and most players log extensive sessions—70 users have played over 25 hours, with 99% positive sentiment.

In-game

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« Je suis un fanboy (en pleurs) o7 Edit: J'ai encore plus envie de chialer maintenant »
👍 anonymous review · 17 h played
« I like to play this when Dead Space gets too scary. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« 44.5/44.5 Love this game so much. Love you Akutan!!! I miss you. Thanks for everything »
👍 anonymous review · 19 h played
« I'm here again after rewatching her graduation stream (I was there that day too) and honestly, it makes me tear up again. I hope this onion is doing well in her journey <3 (The game is good too, please play it!) »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« PLAP PLAP PLAP PLAP PLAP GET PREGNANT AQUA »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Thanks for all the memories Aqutan, we wont forget o7 »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« see you soon, aqua <3. you'll always be my oshi »
👍 anonymous review · 678 h played

In players' words

« Je suis un fanboy (en pleurs) o7 Edit: J'ai encore plus envie de chialer maintenant »
👍 anonymous review · 17 h played
« PLAP PLAP PLAP PLAP PLAP GET PREGNANT AQUA »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« I like to play this when Dead Space gets too scary. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« Thanks for all the memories Aqutan, we wont forget o7 »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« 44.5/44.5 Love this game so much. Love you Akutan!!! I miss you. Thanks for everything »
👍 anonymous review · 19 h played
« see you soon, aqua <3. you'll always be my oshi »
👍 anonymous review · 678 h played
« I'm here again after rewatching her graduation stream (I was there that day too) and honestly, it makes me tear up again. I hope this onion is doing well in her journey <3 (The game is good too, please play it!) »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played

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What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Story / writing
86 % pos · n=66
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=12
Gameplay
88 % pos · n=8
Audio / music
88 % pos · n=8
Content / longevity
50 % pos · n=8
Value for money
50 % pos · n=6
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Performance
0 % pos · n=1
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing665754
Graphics / art121200
Gameplay8701
Audio / music8710
Content / longevity8413
Value for money6303
Stability / bugs2002
Performance1001
Interface / UX1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 11 h on median; those who dislike it: 9.6 h.

<2h
100 % (n=41)
2-10h
97 % (n=151)
10-25h
99 % (n=138)
>25h
99 % (n=70)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Nov 2023 : 98% positive98NovDec 2023 : 96% positive96DecJan 2024 : 100% positive100JanAug 2024 : 100% positive100AugSep 2024 : 100% positive100SepDec 2024 : 100% positive100Dec

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

23 % Accessible

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 11 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 30,2 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Story dominates praise: 57 positive mentions out of 66 total.
  • Graphics receive unanimous acclaim: 12 positive mentions out of 12.
  • Audio is lauded: 7 positive mentions out of 8.
  • High engagement: 70 players logged >25 hours, with 99% positive sentiment.
  • Steam community rating: 98% positive across 542 reviews.

Weaknesses

  • Performance hiccups: 1 negative mention out of 1.
  • Bugs reported: 2 negative mentions out of 2.
  • User‑interface issues: 1 negative mention out of 1.
  • Price perception split: 3 positive and 3 negative mentions out of 6.

Who is it for?

Adventure lovers and narrative‑driven gamers will relish the emotional, nostalgic tale. Players who value strong visuals and sound design will also find plenty to enjoy, while those sensitive to technical polish may notice the few performance and UI flaws.

Is AQUARIUM worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 98% of 542 Steam reviews are positive (player score 98/100). Most-praised strength: Story dominates praise. Current price: 19,50€.

Verdict

AQUARIUM delivers a story‑heavy adventure that resonates with the majority of its audience, reflected in a 98% positive Steam rating. Visuals and audio reinforce the immersive experience, though the single‑digit performance and UI complaints keep it from being flawless. For players who prioritize narrative and atmosphere above perfect optimization, the game is a compelling choice.

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