With over 275 players logging more than 25 hours of playtime, Tabletop Simulator has clearly become a staple in many gamers' libraries. The game's ability to simulate a wide range of tabletop games has resonated deeply with its audience, as evidenced by 89 positive mentions out of 93 for content. This enthusiasm is reflected in its overwhelmingly positive post-release reception, with a 96% positive review rate.
In-game
« Oubliez MTG ARENA, jouez à Tabletop Simulator pour jouer à MAGIC avec vos amis. C'est ça le bonheur. »👍 anonymous review · 40 h played« Si on aimes les jeux de sociétés, c'est simplement un incontournable. Je ne compte plus la quantité de jeux que j'ai testé avec TTS avant de les acheter ! »👍 anonymous review · 443 h played« you can play warhammer & magic for free. »👍 anonymous review · 227 h played« I don't see why people play this game so much. I mean, tabletop games, card games, miniature games, roleplaying games, a billion mods, ... Nah, I don't see it. »👍 anonymous review · 786 h played« its good asf if it gets update today i drink 200 litters of liquid uranium. »👍 anonymous review · 8 h played« A tool more than a game, but a good tool, even if clunky/buggy sometime to times »👍 anonymous review · 396 h played
« C'est quoi ce jeu, à part un menu y'a rien, aucune partie, aucune choix de jeu, payer 20€ pour un menu sans rien !!! et bien sur pas de choix de la langue »👎 anonymous review · 0 h played« ♥♥♥♥ games workshop, you've already made me buy so many plastic figures, i want to play warhammer without buying MORE »👎 anonymous review · 7 h played« What the ♥♥♥♥ is this vr support, every time I click with right controller the game ignores it and flips to left one and vice versa. Actual troll logic controls »👎 anonymous review · 23 h played« Very buggy and very unpolished. »👎 anonymous review · 1 h played« vr is unplayable and all workshop assets get automatically saved to your onedrive upon loading in for some ungodly reason unless youre a board game nut with a bunch of friends also willing to dish out $20 it's not worth the effort »👎 anonymous review · 0 h played« Très pratique et fun entre amis, surtout s'ils sont loins »👍 anonymous review · 350 h played
In players' words
« Oubliez MTG ARENA, jouez à Tabletop Simulator pour jouer à MAGIC avec vos amis. C'est ça le bonheur. »👍 anonymous review · 40 h played« C'est quoi ce jeu, à part un menu y'a rien, aucune partie, aucune choix de jeu, payer 20€ pour un menu sans rien !!! et bien sur pas de choix de la langue »👎 anonymous review · 0 h played« Si on aimes les jeux de sociétés, c'est simplement un incontournable. Je ne compte plus la quantité de jeux que j'ai testé avec TTS avant de les acheter ! »👍 anonymous review · 443 h played« ♥♥♥♥ games workshop, you've already made me buy so many plastic figures, i want to play warhammer without buying MORE »👎 anonymous review · 7 h played« you can play warhammer & magic for free. »👍 anonymous review · 227 h played« What the ♥♥♥♥ is this vr support, every time I click with right controller the game ignores it and flips to left one and vice versa. Actual troll logic controls »👎 anonymous review · 23 h played« I don't see why people play this game so much. I mean, tabletop games, card games, miniature games, roleplaying games, a billion mods, ... Nah, I don't see it. »👍 anonymous review · 786 h played« Very buggy and very unpolished. »👎 anonymous review · 1 h played« its good asf if it gets update today i drink 200 litters of liquid uranium. »👍 anonymous review · 8 h played« vr is unplayable and all workshop assets get automatically saved to your onedrive upon loading in for some ungodly reason unless youre a board game nut with a bunch of friends also willing to dish out $20 it's not worth the effort »👎 anonymous review · 0 h played« A tool more than a game, but a good tool, even if clunky/buggy sometime to times »👍 anonymous review · 396 h played« Très pratique et fun entre amis, surtout s'ils sont loins »👍 anonymous review · 350 h played
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
PositiveMixedNegative
Content / longevity
96 % pos · n=93
Gameplay
95 % pos · n=80
Multiplayer
88 % pos · n=40
Value for money
87 % pos · n=23
Performance
14 % pos · n=7
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=6
Interface / UX
50 % pos · n=6
Graphics / art
75 % pos · n=4
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
Aspect
Mentions
Positive
Mixed
Negative
Content / longevity
93
89
1
3
Gameplay
80
76
2
2
Multiplayer
40
35
2
3
Value for money
23
20
0
3
Performance
7
1
0
6
Stability / bugs
6
0
0
6
Interface / UX
6
3
1
2
Graphics / art
4
3
1
0
Audio / music
1
1
0
0
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 36 h on median; those who dislike it: 4.2 h.
🪤 50 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 26 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 3,9 % of players.
Exploration of various tabletop games is a major draw: 89 positive mentions out of 93 for content.
Gameplay is widely praised: 76 positive mentions out of 80.
The game supports a strong community aspect: 35 positive mentions out of 40 for multiplayer.
Players appreciate the game's value for money: 20 positive mentions out of 23 for price.
Weaknesses
Performance issues are a concern: 6 negative mentions out of 7.
Bugs are a problem, with 6 negative mentions and no positive ones.
The user interface receives mixed reviews: 3 positive mentions out of 6, with 2 negative and 1 mixed.
Who is it for?
This game is ideal for fans of tabletop gaming and those who enjoy social, community-driven experiences. With its vast array of games and strong focus on multiplayer, it offers something for everyone looking to simulate their favorite board games or explore new ones.
Is Tabletop Simulator worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 96% of 73,735 Steam reviews are positive (player score 96/100). Most-praised strength: Exploration of various tabletop games is a major draw. Current price: 19,50€.
Verdict
Tabletop Simulator's success stems from its unique blend of simulation and community features, making it a standout title in the gaming world. While minor issues exist, the game's strengths far outweigh its weaknesses, solidifying its position as a must-play for tabletop gaming enthusiasts.
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