Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64-bit or higher Processeur : Ryzen 7 1700X / Core i7-7700K Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Radeon RX 590 / GeForce GTX 1660 DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 60 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX Compatible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64-bit or higher Processeur : Ryzen 5 5600X / Core i5-12400 Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Radeon RX 6700XT / GeForce RTX 3070 DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 60 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX Compatible Notes supplémentaires : An SSD improves loading times
NORSE: Oath of Blood
A Viking-themed RPG that doubles as a tactical strategy game, *Norse: Oath of Blood* divides players sharply: those who dive deep praise its story and combat, while others stumble over persistent crashes and unoptimized performance. Over half of players have logged more than 10 hours, with a clear preference for longer play sessions.
What it's about: Jeu tactique au tour par tour en Norvège viking. Bâtissez votre village, forgez des alliances, livrez des batailles stratégiques. Gérez artisans, fermiers et guerriers pour gagner en puissance, étendre votre influence et assouvir votre vengeance dans une saga épique.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 58 | 41 | 5 | 12 |
| Story / writing | 49 | 40 | 5 | 4 |
| Stability / bugs | 39 | 2 | 6 | 31 |
| Content / longevity | 22 | 1 | 6 | 15 |
| Performance | 21 | 3 | 2 | 16 |
| Graphics / art | 21 | 12 | 3 | 6 |
| Audio / music | 21 | 21 | 0 | 0 |
| Value for money | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Interface / UX | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
Warning signs flagged by players
Most recurring negative themes in reviews (automatic detection):
⚠️ Bugs / instability · 5% of reviewsPositive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 22 h on median; those who dislike it: 17 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Jan 29, 2026 · All-time low: €22.77 (Jun 25, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 20 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 30,5 % of players.
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Strengths
- The narrative shines, with 40 positive mentions out of 49 reviews focusing on storytelling.
- Tactical combat earns strong approval, highlighted in 16 key mentions and 41 positive gameplay reviews.
- Audio design is universally appreciated, receiving 21 positive mentions with zero negatives.
- Players who endure the early hurdles often commit deeply, with 74% of reviews from over-25-hour players being positive.
Weaknesses
- Performance is the biggest sore point: 31 negative mentions out of 21 total reviews specifically call out crashes or optimization issues.
- Content depth draws skepticism, with 15 negative mentions out of 22 reviews questioning its scope or replay value.
- Bugs dominate the conversation, appearing in 18 frequent keywords and 31 negative mentions overall.
- UI/UX frustrates a small but vocal minority, with 3 negative mentions out of 5 reviews touching on interface problems.
Who is it for?
Strategy fans who crave a Viking saga with deep tactical layers will find much to love, provided they’re willing to weather some rough edges. Story-driven players who prioritize narrative over flawless execution will also get their money’s worth.
Is NORSE: Oath of Blood worth it in 2026?
Player opinion is split: 56% of 2,726 Steam reviews are positive (player score 59/100). Most-praised strength: The narrative shines. Main point of caution: bugs / instability. Current price: 22,77€ (33% off).
Verdict
A bold but bumpy Viking RPG that rewards patience and strategic thinking, though its technical instability may deter those seeking a polished experience. At 61% post-release positivity, it’s clear the core appeal is strong—if the studio can tighten the code before launch.
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