Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and 11 Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 128 MB Espace disque : 200 MB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and 11 Processeur : 2GHZ+ Mémoire vive : 3 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 512 MB Espace disque : 200 MB d'espace disque disponible
The Dark Queen of Mortholme
Its intricate story structure keeps players engaged, unfolding over a series of richly detailed chapters. 87 % farther‑than‑release reviews are positive, and the majority of players (<2 h) rate it highly (86 %). Yet the game struggles to satisfy those seeking abundant content or bug‑free polish.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Content / longevity | 68 | 21 | 7 | 40 |
| Story / writing | 62 | 51 | 3 | 8 |
| Gameplay | 53 | 29 | 6 | 18 |
| Value for money | 28 | 17 | 3 | 8 |
| Graphics / art | 25 | 24 | 1 | 0 |
| Audio / music | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Stability / bugs | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Interface / UX | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Performance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 1.1 h on median; those who dislike it: 42 min.
🪤 89 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 8 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 88,7 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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This game on Twitch
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Strengths
- Story: 51 positive mentions out of 62
- Graphics: 24 positive mentions out of 25
- Audio: 6 positive mentions out of 6
- Performance: 1 positive mention out of 1
- Price: 17 positive mentions out of 28
Weaknesses
- Content: 21 positive mentions but 40 negative out of 68
- Bugs: 3 negative mentions out of 3
- UI: 0 positive out of 2 negative
- Price: 8 negative mentions out of 28
Who is it for?
Fans of narrative‑driven indie titles that revel in pixel‑art aesthetics and atmospheric soundtracks will find plenty to enjoy, whereas players who prioritize expansive content or flawless technical execution may be disappointed.
Verdict
The Dark Queen of Mortholme shines in its storytelling, visuals, and audio, earning a very positive standing overall. However, its limited content depth and the presence of bugs and UI shortcomings temper the experience. For those willing to overlook a few rough patches in favor of a compelling narrative, it remains a worthwhile adventure.
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