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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7, 8, 10, 11 x64 Processeur : Intel Core i3 Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : OpenGL 2.1 compatible graphics card, integrated graphics Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10

Q-UP

Niche cult favorite
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Released November 5, 2025
sample: 405 reviews posted after launch (50 AI-classified)
87/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 94 % · 1,182 reviews (« Very Positive »)
9,75€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The game’s idle loops keep players turning the wheel, turning the routine into a compelling rhythm. The post‑release sample ниже shows a 89 % approval rate among 405 users, and 98 % of the 133 who’ve logged over 25 hours give it aಡುವ high score, while global Steam data reports 94 % positive sentiment and a Very Positive rating.

What it's about: Sick of long queues, unfair matchups, and arbitrary reflex tests? Try Q-UP, the coin flipping eSport. It's one part clicker, one part multiplayer strategy game, one part demented capitalism simulator, and 100% completely random.

In-game

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« I lost one game 0-3 and went from Diamond 5 down to Bronze 1. I lost the next game 1-3 and was back in plat. Game of the year. »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played11
« You can't affect the outcome, but you can affect the outcome of the outcome. It's mad how they managed to create such a compelling game out of such a dumb premise. Unique, and certainly interesting. Very much worth a look. »
👍 anonymous review · 61 h played11
« I think I finally understand how senior citizens feel at the casino when they swipe at the screen trying to get a big win. This game has changed my perspective on aging to a more optimistic one. Thank you, Q-UP. »
👍 anonymous review · 18 h played1
« This game fills the gambling void in my heart. Bringing number go up to a whole new level when I know that number can also go really far down. Love this game, love the developers. »
👍 anonymous review · 43 h played11
« GAME OF THE YEAR the art in this game is awesome. the game is so fun to play i put in almost 50 hours in the first couple of weeks. couldnt recommend it enough. addicting for sure. perfect amount of strategy and RNG »
👍 anonymous review · 52 h played111
« negative reviewers are too simple minded to understand the future of gaming. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played1
« I appreciate the humor, but it's not actually fun to play. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played11
« It's funny, but there's not much gameplay beyond trying to stack item/skill effects to get game progression. It's great at what it wants to be I think, but I don't find it very entertaining. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« While slickly produced and on point for what it satirizes, it did not result in any enjoyment for me. Maybe that is the whole point, but I'm not invested enough in e-Sports to derive pleasure from the empty grind. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« its an idle game. not a deck builder or an auto battler. its funny and cute, but after playing for a bit it feels a like a mile wide inch deep sort of thing going on. hard to really recommend for $10, if it goes on sale grab it. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« It's like Gambling without money. It might not steal your bank but it WILL steal your time and slowly your soul! »
👎 anonymous review · 56 h played
« An engine building tabletop game disguised as an eSports Simulator. Reminds me a lot of Millenium Blade in it just taking the concept of it and extrapolating it into its parts. Fun, addictive, and humorous. »
👍 anonymous review · 46 h played1

In players' words

« I lost one game 0-3 and went from Diamond 5 down to Bronze 1. I lost the next game 1-3 and was back in plat. Game of the year. »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played11
« I appreciate the humor, but it's not actually fun to play. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played11
« You can't affect the outcome, but you can affect the outcome of the outcome. It's mad how they managed to create such a compelling game out of such a dumb premise. Unique, and certainly interesting. Very much worth a look. »
👍 anonymous review · 61 h played11
« It's funny, but there's not much gameplay beyond trying to stack item/skill effects to get game progression. It's great at what it wants to be I think, but I don't find it very entertaining. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« I think I finally understand how senior citizens feel at the casino when they swipe at the screen trying to get a big win. This game has changed my perspective on aging to a more optimistic one. Thank you, Q-UP. »
👍 anonymous review · 18 h played1
« While slickly produced and on point for what it satirizes, it did not result in any enjoyment for me. Maybe that is the whole point, but I'm not invested enough in e-Sports to derive pleasure from the empty grind. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« This game fills the gambling void in my heart. Bringing number go up to a whole new level when I know that number can also go really far down. Love this game, love the developers. »
👍 anonymous review · 43 h played11
« its an idle game. not a deck builder or an auto battler. its funny and cute, but after playing for a bit it feels a like a mile wide inch deep sort of thing going on. hard to really recommend for $10, if it goes on sale grab it. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« GAME OF THE YEAR the art in this game is awesome. the game is so fun to play i put in almost 50 hours in the first couple of weeks. couldnt recommend it enough. addicting for sure. perfect amount of strategy and RNG »
👍 anonymous review · 52 h played111
« It's like Gambling without money. It might not steal your bank but it WILL steal your time and slowly your soul! »
👎 anonymous review · 56 h played
« negative reviewers are too simple minded to understand the future of gaming. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played1
« An engine building tabletop game disguised as an eSports Simulator. Reminds me a lot of Millenium Blade in it just taking the concept of it and extrapolating it into its parts. Fun, addictive, and humorous. »
👍 anonymous review · 46 h played1

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
73 % pos · n=44
Story / writing
91 % pos · n=11
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=4
Value for money
25 % pos · n=4
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=2
Content / longevity
0 % pos · n=2
Interface / UX
50 % pos · n=2
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay4432111
Story / writing111001
Graphics / art4400
Value for money4103
Audio / music2200
Content / longevity2002
Interface / UX2101
Multiplayer2200

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 18 h on median; those who dislike it: 3.9 h.

🪤 42 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
31 % (n=29)
2-10h
85 % (n=101)
10-25h
94 % (n=142)
>25h
98 % (n=133)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📉 Down since launch (-26 pts) — reception has worsened
Nov 2025 : 94% positive94NovDec 2025 : 97% positive97DecJan 2026 : 90% positive90JanFeb 2026 : 84% positive84FebMar 2026 : 84% positive84MarApr 2026 : 81% positive81AprJun 2026 : 58% positive58Jun

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

💶 Price history

€5.27€6.53€7.80€9.06€10.332026€5.85

Steam price tracked automatically since Nov 05, 2025 · All-time low: €5.85 (Jun 03, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

2 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 24 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 8,4 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

No indexed video for this game yet.

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Strengths

  • Idle mechanics dominate the praise: 32 positive mentions out of 44 sentence‑long reviews, and 10 players outright label it addictive.
  • Narrative wit steals hearts: 10 out of 11 story comments are positive, cementing satire as the game’s strongest hook.
  • Endurance pays off: 98 % of players who logged over 25 hours rate the game highly, a ceiling no other playtime bracket touches.
  • Visuals and sounds hit the brief: zero negatives in 4 mentions each for graphics and audio.
  • Multiplayer surprise: 2 favorable mentions suggest a welcome co‑op twist you didn’t see coming.

Weaknesses

  • Freshmen stall in the slow lane: only 31 % of players who quit under 2 hours leave positive feedback, flagging the first‑session grind.
  • Post‑campaign void: the two mentions of ‘content’ are both negative, citing thin endgame reward loops.
  • Price tag stings: 3 out of 4 vocal complaints about cost argue the entry fee feels front‑loaded.
  • UI sparks split opinions: one praise and one complaint reveal unresolved navigation quirks.

Who is it for?

Strategy dabblers who crave brainy pauses and biting satire will find a soulmate here. Long‑haul planners who can sink 25‑plus hours without friction get the biggest payoff.

Is Q-UP worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 94% of 1,182 Steam reviews are positive (player score 87/100). Most-praised strength: Idle mechanics dominate the praise. Current price: 9,75€.

Verdict

A footwear‑sharp idle‑strategy that hooks fast and rewards devotion, yet stumbles on initial friction and scant late‑game depth. If idle pacing doesn’t frustrate you and satire makes you snort‑laugh, it’s a shrewd purchase; otherwise, temper expectations. The ‘Very Positive’ badge aligns with the post‑release and long‑play data.

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Q-UP: 87/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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