Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7, Windows 8.1 Processeur : Intel Core i3 2.00 GHz 或 AMD A10 Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel® HD Graphics 3000 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel Core i3 2.00 GHz 或 AMD A10 Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel® HD Graphics 3000 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 6 GB d'espace disque disponible
The Hungry Lamb: Traveling in the Late Ming Dynasty
A journey through historical famine that grips players for up to 25 hours, boasting a towering 94 percent positive rating across nearly 60,000 reviews and a strong 92 percent approval for recent post-launch experiences.
What it's about: Traversez la Chine ancienne dans un visual novel sombre alliant arts traditionnels et animation moderne chinois. Escortez quatre filles jusqu'à la ville prospère de Luoyang dans un récit où revanche, cannibalisme, traite d’êtres humains et rédemption se mêlent.
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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 | 15 | 14 | 1 | 0 |
| Audio / music | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Gameplay | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Graphics / art | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Value for money | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Stability / bugs | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 9.6 h on median; those who dislike it: 4.3 h.
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 16 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 44,5 % of players.
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Strengths
- The narrative structure pulls players in deeply, supported by 14 positive mentions out of 15 regarding the story.
- Sound design elevates the grim atmosphere, with 4 positive mentions out of 6 dedicated to the audio.
- Dedicated engagement keeps veterans invested, reflected by an exceptional 98 percent positive rate among those playing between 10 and 25 hours (171 sampled).
Weaknesses
- Mechanical depth leaves some players wanting, reflected in a mixed reception with 1 positive and 1 negative mention out of 4 total gameplay remarks.
- Audio delivery has occasional friction, indicated by 1 negative and 1 mixed mention among the 6 audio remarks.
Who is it for?
Narrative-driven adventurers and history enthusiasts looking for a poignant, text-rich journey through dark historical settings.
Is The Hungry Lamb: Traveling in the Late Ming Dynasty worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 94% of 59,694 Steam reviews are positive (player score 92/100). Most-praised strength: The narrative structure pulls players in deeply, supported by. Current price: 6,85€ (30% off).
Verdict
Despite minor mechanical friction, this grim historical RPG succeeds brilliantly through its powerful storytelling and immersive atmosphere. With overwhelmingly favorable long-term playtime statistics, it stands as a memorable narrative triumph.
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