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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 32-bit or newer Processeur : Intel Core i3-2100T @ 2.50 GHz Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : DirectX 11 Compatible, 8 GB VRAM Espace disque : 35 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX Compatible Sound Card Notes supplémentaires : The demo will always be available to check out if you want to test it with your system!

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64-bit or newer Processeur : Intel Core i5-2400 @ 3.10 GHz Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : DirectX 11 Compatible, 8 GB VRAM Espace disque : 35 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX Compatible Sound Card Notes supplémentaires : The demo will always be available to check out if you want to test it with your system!

Banquet for Fools

Niche cult favorite
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Released March 5, 2026
sample: 400 reviews posted after launch (155 AI-classified)
88/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 90 % · 879 reviews (« Very Positive »)
📉 Softening — recent reviews (30d): 83% positive vs 89% overall (63 recent reviews)
19,50€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A dark, charming RPG where the story carries the weight: 64 positive mentions out of 67 reviews. Players can’t resist sinking over 25 hours into its world, with 97% of those reviewers calling it worth every minute.

What it's about: The Pavura needs four volunteers to solve the mystery of an abandoned village. Answer the call to adventure in this party-based beat ‘em up RPG!

In-game

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« It's 1998, you just bought a new game, the vibes are pristine and your mind is full of adventure. Welcome back. And don't forget to take notes. »
👍 anonymous review · 144 h played2111
« Most people wont appreciate this game. I very much do. Interesting combination of Baldurs Gate 1 and Parasite Eve with the dark and mysterious vibe of Planescape Torment. »
👍 anonymous review · 33 h played211
« The game looks like a Tool music video and has some fun mechanics. »
👍 anonymous review · 17 h played1
« The aesthetics, unique action combat, and old old school RPG elements make this an very enjoyable and unique gem. Be prepared to take notes. This game will not hold your hand. »
👍 anonymous review · 32 h played1
« My yeti just did a little tap dance while playing a dainty tune on his flute, and then proceeded to finish off a possessed child with a piledriver. Yeah this might be my game of the year. »
👍 anonymous review · 118 h played
« An amazing game with a unique and unusual atmosphere that puts your adventure and experience first »
👍 anonymous review · 149 h played
« i wanted to like this one, but the combat system is a big no-no, it just ends up being boring. Plus the no-journal quest thing make it hard to play the game when you cant play it everyday because you just end up forgetting things »
👎 anonymous review · 10 h played1
« Makes a good first impression, then quickly becomes extremely boring. »
👎 anonymous review · 16 h played
« This ♥♥♥♥ just wasnt fun, art was cool though »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« No automatic quest log, and that is something I rely on to enjoy this kind of experience. I do not personally enjoy having to take notes. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Think I just don't understand this game at all, can't progress, always too weak. Clearly user error but not a problem I have ever encountered before. Can barely survive a single encounter. Obviously I am just too dumb for this game. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Really fun game there with zero hand holding, plenty to do and figure out on your own. »
👍 anonymous review · 127 h played

In players' words

« It's 1998, you just bought a new game, the vibes are pristine and your mind is full of adventure. Welcome back. And don't forget to take notes. »
👍 anonymous review · 144 h played2111
« i wanted to like this one, but the combat system is a big no-no, it just ends up being boring. Plus the no-journal quest thing make it hard to play the game when you cant play it everyday because you just end up forgetting things »
👎 anonymous review · 10 h played1
« Most people wont appreciate this game. I very much do. Interesting combination of Baldurs Gate 1 and Parasite Eve with the dark and mysterious vibe of Planescape Torment. »
👍 anonymous review · 33 h played211
« Makes a good first impression, then quickly becomes extremely boring. »
👎 anonymous review · 16 h played
« The game looks like a Tool music video and has some fun mechanics. »
👍 anonymous review · 17 h played1
« This ♥♥♥♥ just wasnt fun, art was cool though »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« The aesthetics, unique action combat, and old old school RPG elements make this an very enjoyable and unique gem. Be prepared to take notes. This game will not hold your hand. »
👍 anonymous review · 32 h played1
« No automatic quest log, and that is something I rely on to enjoy this kind of experience. I do not personally enjoy having to take notes. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« My yeti just did a little tap dance while playing a dainty tune on his flute, and then proceeded to finish off a possessed child with a piledriver. Yeah this might be my game of the year. »
👍 anonymous review · 118 h played
« Think I just don't understand this game at all, can't progress, always too weak. Clearly user error but not a problem I have ever encountered before. Can barely survive a single encounter. Obviously I am just too dumb for this game. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« An amazing game with a unique and unusual atmosphere that puts your adventure and experience first »
👍 anonymous review · 149 h played
« Really fun game there with zero hand holding, plenty to do and figure out on your own. »
👍 anonymous review · 127 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
79 % pos · n=141
Story / writing
96 % pos · n=67
Graphics / art
97 % pos · n=60
Audio / music
86 % pos · n=14
Interface / UX
22 % pos · n=9
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=5
Content / longevity
50 % pos · n=4
Performance
0 % pos · n=1
Value for money
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay1411121415
Story / writing676412
Graphics / art605811
Audio / music141211
Interface / UX9207
Stability / bugs5005
Content / longevity4211
Performance1001
Value for money1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 46 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.2 h.

<2h
65 % (n=31)
2-10h
71 % (n=49)
10-25h
89 % (n=70)
>25h
97 % (n=250)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Mar 2026 : 88% positive88MarApr 2026 : 91% positive91AprMay 2026 : 83% positive83MayJun 2026 : 89% positive89JunJul 2026 : 91% positive91Jul

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

💶 Price history

€14.24€15.79€17.35€18.91€20.4720252026€15.21

Steam price tracked automatically since Sep 30, 2024 · All-time low: €15.21 (Jun 25, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 7 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 0,3 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The narrative shines: 64 positive mentions out of 67, with only 2 negative and 1 mixed.
  • Exploration and combat click for most—112 positive gameplay mentions out of 141, while just 15 call it flawed.
  • Visuals and audio set the mood: 58 positive mentions for graphics out of 60, and 12 for audio out of 14.
  • Long-term engagement pays off—97% of players logging over 25 hours rate the experience highly.

Weaknesses

  • Minor but noticeable balance quirks: 71% of mid-playtime reviewers (2-10h) stay positive, leaving room for improvement.
  • Bugs bite a few players—5 negative mentions with zero positive or mixed feedback.
  • UI frustrates some—7 negative mentions out of 9, with just 2 praising its design.

Who is it for?

Fans of dark, narrative-driven CRPGs with deep exploration and challenging combat will find their match here. Those craving flawless performance may want to wait for patches.

Is Banquet for Fools worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 90% of 879 Steam reviews are positive (player score 88/100). Most-praised strength: The narrative shines. Current price: 19,50€.

Verdict

With 90% positive reviews across 879 Steam ratings, *Banquet for Fools* is a standout in the indie RPG scene. Its story and atmosphere overshadow its few rough edges—just temper expectations for UI and early bugs.

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