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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows7/8.1/10 Processeur : Core i3 of Sandy Bridge generation or better Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel HD Graphics Series (It needs 1GB memory allocation) DirectX : Version 9.0c Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 13 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Sound Devices compartible Direct Sound Notes supplémentaires : 1280x720 or better required (Recommended 1920x1080)

Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows7/8.1/10 (64bit ver) Processeur : Core i5 of Ivy Bridge generation or better Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Geforce (VRAM 1GB or better) DirectX : Version 9.0c Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 13 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Sound Devices compartible Direct Sound Notes supplémentaires : 1280x720 or better required (Recommended 1920x1080)

STEINS;GATE

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Released September 8, 2016
sample: 499 reviews posted after launch (110 AI-classified)
96/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 97 % · 26,333 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
26,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A time-bending narrative that refuses to let go: 95 out of 103 players call the story unforgettable. Nearly all reviewers—97%—still rate it Overwhelmingly Positive years after launch.

In-game

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« I am mad scientist. It's so cooooool! Sonuvabitch. »
👍 anonymous review · 43 h played
« KURISU THE BEST GIRL IN THE WORLD »
👍 anonymous review · 22 h played
« lost my save... but i love the game #1 in my heart »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Un pur chef d'oeuvre, rien d'autre à dire. El Psy Kongroo. »
👍 anonymous review · 37 h played
« Thought it would be an interesting story, but the writing and characters are just kind of insufferable from the get go. I don't think I want to sit through 30 hours of this before it "gets good" »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« The best part is when he goes "I was the Steins all along, Gate!" and they hack into God. »
👍 anonymous review · 50 h played
« SI peak était un jeu ce serait évidemment ce cinéma MAIS JE VAIS JAMAIS PASSER A AUTRE CHOSE »
👍 anonymous review · 55 h played
« Je n'avais jamais joué à un visual novel et j'avais juste vu l'anime. Si vous l'avez adoré alors foncez jouer au jeu ! Il est bien plus complet et toutes les fins sont intéressantes. Je vous conseille un guide pour ne rien louper ! »
👍 anonymous review · 68 h played

In players' words

« I am mad scientist. It's so cooooool! Sonuvabitch. »
👍 anonymous review · 43 h played
« Thought it would be an interesting story, but the writing and characters are just kind of insufferable from the get go. I don't think I want to sit through 30 hours of this before it "gets good" »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« KURISU THE BEST GIRL IN THE WORLD »
👍 anonymous review · 22 h played
« The best part is when he goes "I was the Steins all along, Gate!" and they hack into God. »
👍 anonymous review · 50 h played
« lost my save... but i love the game #1 in my heart »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« SI peak était un jeu ce serait évidemment ce cinéma MAIS JE VAIS JAMAIS PASSER A AUTRE CHOSE »
👍 anonymous review · 55 h played
« Un pur chef d'oeuvre, rien d'autre à dire. El Psy Kongroo. »
👍 anonymous review · 37 h played
« Je n'avais jamais joué à un visual novel et j'avais juste vu l'anime. Si vous l'avez adoré alors foncez jouer au jeu ! Il est bien plus complet et toutes les fins sont intéressantes. Je vous conseille un guide pour ne rien louper ! »
👍 anonymous review · 68 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
Story / writing
92 % pos · n=103
Gameplay
21 % pos · n=14
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=12
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=10
Content / longevity
75 % pos · n=4
Interface / UX
50 % pos · n=4
Value for money
33 % pos · n=3
Stability / bugs
50 % pos · n=2
Performance
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing1039535
Gameplay143110
Audio / music121200
Graphics / art101000
Content / longevity4301
Interface / UX4202
Value for money3102
Stability / bugs2101
Performance1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 34 h on median; those who dislike it: 14 h.

<2h
54 % (n=13)
2-10h
93 % (n=44)
10-25h
96 % (n=99)
>25h
98 % (n=343)

💶 Price history

€0.00€9.09€18.19€27.28€36.382017201820192020202120222023202420252026€2.69

Steam price tracked automatically since Sep 09, 2016 · All-time low: €2.69 (Jun 27, 2025)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

5 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 42 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 17,2 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The story is the beating heart, praised in 95 out of 103 mentions
  • Graphics earn unanimous admiration: 10 positive mentions for 10 total
  • Audio design delivers emotional weight, highlighted in 12 out of 12 remarks
  • Long-session replayability shines: 98% positive for players logging over 25 hours

Weaknesses

  • Gameplay frustrates 10 out of 14 reviewers, though specifics are rarely detailed
  • The price draws mixed reactions: 2 negative out of 3 mentions
  • UI design splits opinion with 2 negative and 2 positive comments among 4

Who is it for?

Fans of deep sci-fi narratives and branching timelines will find their match. Anyone craving a gripping adventure with emotional payoff should buckle up.

Is STEINS;GATE worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 97% of 26,333 Steam reviews are positive (player score 96/100). Most-praised strength: The story is the beating heart, praised in 95 out of. Current price: 26,99€.

Verdict

A masterpiece of interactive storytelling where plot eclipses minor pacing quirks. Its legacy stands untouched—96% of post-release reviews still glow with praise. A timeless experience that demands a controller and an open mind.

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