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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (64-bit) Processeur : Dual-core 2.0 GHz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 750 / Radeon HD 7770 DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 (64-bit) Processeur : Quad-core 3.0 GHz Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1060 DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible

Shards of Order

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Released July 28, 2026
sample: 314 reviews posted after launch (171 AI-classified)
87/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 90 % · 314 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 88% positive vs 89% overall (294 recent reviews)
10,25€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Players are deeply invested in Shards of Order, with 139 of them having played for 10-25 hours, indicating a high level of engagement and enjoyment. The game's post-release reception has been overwhelmingly positive, with 90% of 314 reviews being positive. This enthusiasm is further reflected in the game's very positive overall score.

What it's about: Un RPG sombre avec des combats à base de cartes, où rien ne reste mort. Menez un groupe de survivants à travers un monde défait par des Lois brisées. Restaurez-les et redéfinissez les règles du jeu, mais préparez-vous à en affronter les conséquences.

In-game

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« Belle surprise, il est vraiment sympa »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played1
« the game is great, more fun than Tainted Grail: Conquest,the team values community feedback highly, and bug fixes are very timely. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played1
« Superbe, le deckbuilding est profond, l'histoire aux petits oignons, les musiques excellentes. Il me fait penser à Tyranny, un autre jeu exceptionnel. Merci pour ce moment savoureux »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played
« Amazing game and quite cheap. The balance can be off here and there but overall great game »
👍 anonymous review · 22 h played
« + Ambiance dark + Gameplay + Graphisme »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« Love the theme, terrible balance. Pretty much an unplayable waste of time imo. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Demo and first zone loocked realy promissing. But as soon as you in second zone gameplay becomes total slog and not fun. Totaly feels like false advertising of actual gameplay. Refunded. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Act 1 is ok but past that point balance breaks completely. I can't even tell you what any of the bosses past act1 are supposed to do because they died too fast. »
👎 anonymous review · 8 h played
« super jeu avec une super finition »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« Pour l'instant, que du bon, très bon deck builder avec une belle profondeur. Belle ambiance, système original. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played

In players' words

« Belle surprise, il est vraiment sympa »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played1
« Love the theme, terrible balance. Pretty much an unplayable waste of time imo. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« the game is great, more fun than Tainted Grail: Conquest,the team values community feedback highly, and bug fixes are very timely. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played1
« Demo and first zone loocked realy promissing. But as soon as you in second zone gameplay becomes total slog and not fun. Totaly feels like false advertising of actual gameplay. Refunded. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Superbe, le deckbuilding est profond, l'histoire aux petits oignons, les musiques excellentes. Il me fait penser à Tyranny, un autre jeu exceptionnel. Merci pour ce moment savoureux »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played
« Act 1 is ok but past that point balance breaks completely. I can't even tell you what any of the bosses past act1 are supposed to do because they died too fast. »
👎 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Amazing game and quite cheap. The balance can be off here and there but overall great game »
👍 anonymous review · 22 h played
« super jeu avec une super finition »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« + Ambiance dark + Gameplay + Graphisme »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« Pour l'instant, que du bon, très bon deck builder avec une belle profondeur. Belle ambiance, système original. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 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
87 % pos · n=150
Story / writing
88 % pos · n=67
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=42
Value for money
98 % pos · n=42
Audio / music
91 % pos · n=33
Stability / bugs
12 % pos · n=17
Content / longevity
33 % pos · n=15
Interface / UX
17 % pos · n=6
Performance
0 % pos · n=4
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay150130119
Story / writing675971
Graphics / art424200
Value for money424110
Audio / music333012
Stability / bugs172015
Content / longevity15528
Interface / UX6105
Performance4004
Multiplayer1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 10 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.9 h.

<2h
78 % (n=36)
2-10h
89 % (n=123)
10-25h
95 % (n=139)
>25h
94 % (n=16)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

3,6 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 17 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 19,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay dominates the praise with 130 positive mentions out of 150, highlighting the game's engaging and addictive nature.
  • The story is widely acclaimed, with 59 positive mentions out of 67, demonstrating its ability to captivate and immerse players.
  • The graphics and audio design have also been universally praised, with 42 out of 42 mentions for graphics and 30 out of 33 for audio being positive.
  • Players appreciate the game's price, with 41 positive mentions out of 42, indicating a sense of value for the cost.

Weaknesses

  • Performance issues have been noted, albeit rarely, with 4 negative mentions out of 4, suggesting some players have experienced technical difficulties.
  • Bugs have been a problem for some players, with 15 negative mentions out of 17, indicating a need for further patches or updates.
  • The user interface has received some criticism, with 5 negative mentions out of 6, suggesting room for improvement in this area.

Who is it for?

Shards of Order is ideal for fans of strategic RPGs and deckbuilding games, as indicated by the frequent mentions of 'deckbuilder' and 'stratégie', who will appreciate its deep gameplay and immersive story. Players looking for a challenging yet rewarding experience will also find this game appealing.

Is Shards of Order worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 90% of 314 Steam reviews are positive (player score 87/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates the praise. Current price: 10,25€.

Verdict

In conclusion, Shards of Order has made a strong impression on players with its engaging gameplay, captivating story, and well-designed graphics and audio. While some minor issues with performance, bugs, and the user interface exist, the overall sentiment is very positive, making it a must-play for fans of the genre. With its high positive review rate and engaging gameplay, Shards of Order is set to provide many hours of enjoyable gaming experience.

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Shards of Order: 87/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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