Minimum:
Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Sp. 64-bit Processeur : Intel Core i3 or AMD Athlon II X4 with at least 2,7 GHz Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GT 740, Radeon HD 7750 - at least 2GB GPU memory DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 15 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Game requirements may change in time (optimization).
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 64-bit Processeur : Intel Core i5 or AMD Phenom II X4 with at least 3.2 GHz Mémoire vive : 12 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 960, Radeon HD 7970 - at least 4GB GPU memory DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 15 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Game requirements may change in time (optimization). SSD is recommended.
Hardcore combat mechanics define the experience, drawing in long-term players even as recent sentiment dips. With 45% of post-release feedback leaning positive, the game maintains a loyal following among those willing to overlook its rough edges.
What it's about: Gloria Victis is an MMORPG with an emphasis on realism, set in a low-fantasy medieval open world. Enjoy MMO with skill-based non-target combat, open PVP with territory control, deep crafting system and player-driven economy – all that served with beautiful graphics and an immersive atmosphere.
In-game
« Yes bringing back the best PvP game! this game was very good and it was a sad day when the game closed but now all PvP minded players will have a new home...... Hell ya »👍 anonymous review · 153 h played1« Best MMO ever with skill based combat mechanics, guild system, crafting etc. I'm so happy it's coming back 😄 »👍 anonymous review · 37 h played2« im so ♥♥♥♥♥♥ pumped for the return for this game. THis is one of the best mmos i have played sense mmos »👍 anonymous review · 23 h played1« I have played for 2 hours and it was a great initial experience. A few minor bugs here and there but it is expected. Crafting system seems in-depth from what I can gather , exactly what I was looking for. It rewards hard work :) »👍 anonymous review · 3 h played1« Leaving a positive review just because it's back. I got into this game a week before it shut down. Was loving it, then plug pulled. This time a little longer, eh? xD »👍 anonymous review · 12 h played1« ce jeu est une pépite dommage que ce soit un jeu assez niche mais avec le passage en free to play j'espère que de nouveaux arrivants tenteront l'aventure! »👍 anonymous review · 38 h played
« Yet another game I backed in alpha, the devs catered to the toxic players, then they ran off the playerbase by adding horrible ideas, then made free to play to keep alive. 0/10, and hope the developers have a bad day. »👎 anonymous review · 28 h played511« This is Gamigo: Invest little. Extract. Sunset. A pattern well established with Gamigo. »👎 anonymous review · 1 h played51« It spend 6,5 years in early access and died after 1.0 in half a year. Another example of why we need the server files be downloadable when they kill a game. (There is some news that the game will be back, I post a better review then.) »👎 anonymous review · 7 h played1« downloaded the game, spent my entire experience waiting to join a server that wasn't full. Gave up after 20 minutes and uninstalled. lol »👎 anonymous review · 0 h played1« Pay To Win garbages. ♥♥♥♥ you Gamigo, stop being a filthy scavenger that end games with their P2W greed and do something good for once in your miserable life. »👎 anonymous review · 23 h played1« Super jeu pour l'instant, petit bémol cependant à la trad fr qui n'est pas complete »👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
In players' words
« Yes bringing back the best PvP game! this game was very good and it was a sad day when the game closed but now all PvP minded players will have a new home...... Hell ya »👍 anonymous review · 153 h played1« Yet another game I backed in alpha, the devs catered to the toxic players, then they ran off the playerbase by adding horrible ideas, then made free to play to keep alive. 0/10, and hope the developers have a bad day. »👎 anonymous review · 28 h played511« Best MMO ever with skill based combat mechanics, guild system, crafting etc. I'm so happy it's coming back 😄 »👍 anonymous review · 37 h played2« This is Gamigo: Invest little. Extract. Sunset. A pattern well established with Gamigo. »👎 anonymous review · 1 h played51« im so ♥♥♥♥♥♥ pumped for the return for this game. THis is one of the best mmos i have played sense mmos »👍 anonymous review · 23 h played1« It spend 6,5 years in early access and died after 1.0 in half a year. Another example of why we need the server files be downloadable when they kill a game. (There is some news that the game will be back, I post a better review then.) »👎 anonymous review · 7 h played1« I have played for 2 hours and it was a great initial experience. A few minor bugs here and there but it is expected. Crafting system seems in-depth from what I can gather , exactly what I was looking for. It rewards hard work :) »👍 anonymous review · 3 h played1« downloaded the game, spent my entire experience waiting to join a server that wasn't full. Gave up after 20 minutes and uninstalled. lol »👎 anonymous review · 0 h played1« Leaving a positive review just because it's back. I got into this game a week before it shut down. Was loving it, then plug pulled. This time a little longer, eh? xD »👍 anonymous review · 12 h played1« Pay To Win garbages. ♥♥♥♥ you Gamigo, stop being a filthy scavenger that end games with their P2W greed and do something good for once in your miserable life. »👎 anonymous review · 23 h played1« ce jeu est une pépite dommage que ce soit un jeu assez niche mais avec le passage en free to play j'espère que de nouveaux arrivants tenteront l'aventure! »👍 anonymous review · 38 h played« Super jeu pour l'instant, petit bémol cependant à la trad fr qui n'est pas complete »👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
PositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay
74 % pos · n=65
Content / longevity
53 % pos · n=53
Multiplayer
33 % pos · n=21
Stability / bugs
14 % pos · n=14
Value for money
50 % pos · n=12
Graphics / art
12 % pos · n=8
Performance
14 % pos · n=7
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=5
Story / writing
0 % pos · n=2
Audio / music
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
Aspect
Mentions
Positive
Mixed
Negative
Gameplay
65
48
1
16
Content / longevity
53
28
4
21
Multiplayer
21
7
0
14
Stability / bugs
14
2
0
12
Value for money
12
6
0
6
Graphics / art
8
1
1
6
Performance
7
1
2
4
Interface / UX
5
0
0
5
Story / writing
2
0
0
2
Audio / music
1
0
0
1
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 50 h on median; those who dislike it: 55 h.
<2h
23 % (n=22)
2-10h
45 % (n=47)
10-25h
64 % (n=55)
>25h
43 % (n=276)
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Jun 09, 2016 · All-time low: €7.99 (Jun 21, 2018)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
0,4 %Hardcore
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 79 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 2,2 % of players.
Créateurs et joueurs s'accordent sur les performances techniques et les bugs, souvent pointés du doigt comme des points faibles majeurs du jeu. En revanche, ils divergent sur le contenu et le gameplay : les joueurs soulignent un contenu riche mais inégal, tandis que les créateurs, limités par leur échantillon, peinent à en tirer une conclusion claire, oscillant entre enthousiasme et scepticisme.
Combat and gameplay depth anchor the experience with 48 positive mentions out of 65.
The sheer volume of content keeps players engaged, garnering 28 positive mentions out of 53.
Veteran players show notable commitment, with 276 users logging over 25 hours of playtime.
Weaknesses
Technical instability and software defects are a recurring pain point, accounting for 12 negative mentions out of 14 regarding bugs.
The multiplayer ecosystem faces criticism, with 14 negative mentions out of 21 regarding the experience.
Graphical fidelity and visual presentation struggle to impress, resulting in 6 negative mentions out of 8.
The user interface is universally disliked, with 5 negative mentions out of 5.
Who is it for?
This title targets dedicated fans of medieval low-fantasy settings who prioritize gritty, skill-based combat over polished production values. It is best suited for those who can endure technical hurdles for the sake of large-scale open-world conflict.
Is Gloria Victis: Medieval MMORPG worth it in 2026?
Mostly no, given current feedback: 68% of 11,583 Steam reviews are positive (player score 44/100). Most-praised strength: Combat and gameplay depth anchor the experience. The game is free to play.
Verdict
Gloria Victis remains a polarizing journey that rewards persistence with a unique combat feel, though it is currently hampered by significant technical debt. While its core systems offer genuine fun, the overall polish will need substantial attention to win over the broader audience.
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