How long is Ways of Alchemy?

Players who enjoy it spent a median of 22 h; those who don't, 20 h.

How much does Ways of Alchemy cost?

Ways of Alchemy is currently 17,49€ on Steam.

Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 or later, 64-bit Processeur : 2GHz or better Mémoire vive : 8 GB RAM MB de mémoire Graphiques : 4GB VRAM, integrated graphics cards will only work if post-2012 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 6 GB d'espace disque disponible

Ways of Alchemy

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Released August 22, 2025

Indie RPG Simulation

sample: 400 reviews posted after launch (62 AI-classified)

71/100

Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 75 % · 716 reviews (« Mostly Positive »)

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Dedicated alchemists are logging deep sessions exceeding 25 hours despite rough edges that test patience. Across 400 post-release reviews, the simulation secures a 71 percent positive rating, building on a global history of 75 percent across 716 total evaluations.

In-game

« The game is incredibly complex and addictive. The first time I played it, I was hooked for hours, and I can't wait to play it again. I highly recommend it. »

👍 anonymous review · 33 h played

« Game is great. It's a little confusing at the start. Lot's of things aren't explained clearly but I promise it's worth getting through. I'm having a blast. »

👍 anonymous review · 20 h played

« Fun game that you'll lose hours to if you're not careful. Still some bugs to work out, but the attentiveness of the developers and constant updates really help. »

👍 anonymous review · 104 h played

« Good game for it's niche genre, boils down to micromanage heavy resource management. Feels chill, difficulty mostly comes from lack of information, has some rng and build variation. Some rough edges but I am enjoying it. »

👍 anonymous review · 45 h played

« That game is amazing! Such a great time spending! Love that mediaval vibe! »

👍 anonymous review · 1 h played

« A fun and intriguing game in the same style that Cultist Simulator started, but far less opaque than it's inspiration. Nice artwork and solid gameplay. »

👍 anonymous review · 7 h played

« Game very interesting and addictive at start but micromanagement becomes awful even in mid game. Ways of automatisation not helping. You have to grind materials for progress. »

👎 anonymous review · 9 h played

« I can't recommend it though because the balance feels way off. I've been struggling to get enough money to be able to do anything, and almost everything I could sell to make more money is bottlenecked by ingredients. »

👎 anonymous review · 0 h played

« Saves are broken. No joy in having to start anew each time. Maybe i'll return to this game in a few months and then change the review EDIT 16.12.2025: thought the game works now, but no, after many hours i got the bug again »

👎 anonymous review · 51 h played

« Still feels like an early access game. Balance is nowhere to be seen, lots of bugs. Recent update doesn't even begin to scratch the surface of the updates required. »

👎 anonymous review · 5 h played

« Good idea and writing but so poorly polished and balanced. Timings, game pace, transition into late game is bad in current state, quickly becomes boring and repetative »

👎 anonymous review · 8 h played

« Very good cultist sim-like. If you liked that game you will like this game. »

👍 anonymous review · 26 h played

In players' words

« The game is incredibly complex and addictive. The first time I played it, I was hooked for hours, and I can't wait to play it again. I highly recommend it. »

👍 anonymous review · 33 h played

« Game very interesting and addictive at start but micromanagement becomes awful even in mid game. Ways of automatisation not helping. You have to grind materials for progress. »

👎 anonymous review · 9 h played

« Game is great. It's a little confusing at the start. Lot's of things aren't explained clearly but I promise it's worth getting through. I'm having a blast. »

👍 anonymous review · 20 h played

👎 anonymous review · 0 h played

« Fun game that you'll lose hours to if you're not careful. Still some bugs to work out, but the attentiveness of the developers and constant updates really help. »

👍 anonymous review · 104 h played

👎 anonymous review · 51 h played

👍 anonymous review · 45 h played

« Still feels like an early access game. Balance is nowhere to be seen, lots of bugs. Recent update doesn't even begin to scratch the surface of the updates required. »

👎 anonymous review · 5 h played

« That game is amazing! Such a great time spending! Love that mediaval vibe! »

👍 anonymous review · 1 h played

« Good idea and writing but so poorly polished and balanced. Timings, game pace, transition into late game is bad in current state, quickly becomes boring and repetative »

👎 anonymous review · 8 h played

« A fun and intriguing game in the same style that Cultist Simulator started, but far less opaque than it's inspiration. Nice artwork and solid gameplay. »

👍 anonymous review · 7 h played

« Very good cultist sim-like. If you liked that game you will like this game. »

👍 anonymous review · 26 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative

Gameplay

67 % pos · n=54

Stability / bugs

0 % pos · n=11

Interface / UX

0 % pos · n=4

Story / writing

0 % pos · n=3

Graphics / art

100 % pos · n=2

Value for money

100 % pos · n=2

Audio / music

100 % pos · n=1

Detailed data (table)

Aspect	Mentions	Positive	Mixed	Negative
Gameplay	54	36	5	13
Stability / bugs	11	0	1	10
Interface / UX	4	0	0	4
Story / writing	3	0	0	3
Graphics / art	2	2	0	0
Value for money	2	2	0	0
Audio / music	1	1	0	0

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 22 h on median; those who dislike it: 20 h.

<2h

59 % (n=17)

2-10h

75 % (n=106)

10-25h

68 % (n=99)

>25h

72 % (n=178)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time

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

💶 Price history

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 22, 2025 · All-time low: €10.49 (Jun 25, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

1,1 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 38 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 60,8 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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This game on Twitch

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Strengths

Core simulation and mechanics earn appreciation with 36 positive mentions out of 54 total gameplay observations.
Visual presentation receives solid backing with 2 positive mentions out of 2 total graphics remarks.
Pricing feels fair to early adopters, highlighted by 2 positive mentions out of 2 total price comments.

Weaknesses

Technical instability frustrates users, generating 10 negative mentions out of 11 bug-related comments.
Interface design creates friction, accumulating 4 negative mentions out of 4 total ui remarks.
Narrative elements fall short, reflected by 3 negative mentions out of 3 story-focused discussions.

Who is it for?

Patient simulation enthusiasts who enjoy grinding through resource management and deep crafting loops will find plenty to dissect.

Is Ways of Alchemy worth it in 2026?

Mostly yes, if its flaws don't put you off: 75% of 716 Steam reviews are positive (player score 71/100). Most-praised strength: Core simulation and mechanics earn appreciation. Current price: 17,49€.

Verdict

Ways of Alchemy delivers a compelling workshop loop for devoted simulation fans willing to overlook interface hurdles and bugs. With 71 percent of post-release reviewers satisfied, the title holds its ground while awaiting polish.

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