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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 64 bits Processeur : AMD Ryzen 5 1400 ou Intel Core i5-6600 Mémoire vive : 12 GB de mémoire Graphiques : AMD Radeon RX 470, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050, Intel Arc A580 DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 15 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 64bit Processeur : AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or Intel Core i7-6700K Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : AMD Radeon RX 6600XT, NVIDIA Geforce RTX 3060, Intel Arc B580 DirectX : Version 12 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 20 GB d'espace disque disponible

Survive the Nights

Mixed reception
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Released December 5, 2025
sample: 400 reviews posted after launch (86 AI-classified)
64/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 66 % · 6,628 reviews (« Mixed »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 73% positive vs 68% overall (89 recent reviews)
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Persistence pays off for those willing to brave the initial learning curve, with player satisfaction jumping significantly once playtime exceeds ten hours. While the title maintains a mixed reputation with 260 positive mentions out of 400 in recent reviews, the core survival loop clearly resonates with veterans of the genre.

What it's about: Jeu de survie hardcore en monde ouvert où la préparation fait toute la différence. Fouillez, fabriquez, fortifiez-vous pendant la journée. Quand la nuit tombe, les infectés chassent en meute. Jouez en solo ou avec des amis dans un sandbox post-apocalyptique brutal où la survie se mérite grâce à des choix intelligents.

In-game

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« Very fun to play either by yourself, or with a group of friends. While it does have it's bugs that I'm sure will get fixed with time, this game has serious potential and definitely deserves a chance »
👍 anonymous review · 242 h played3221
« great game do not pay mind to the clowns who talk smack... dayz or 7 days to die was never good at early access things take time dev keep working on stn. »
👍 anonymous review · 414 h played3311
« Rough around the edges but fills a need. Gets good updates frequently enough. Classic first-person open-world zombiepocolypse. Gather supplies and barricade somewhere special. »
👍 anonymous review · 30 h played11
« Been playing for a few days on solo and i am hooked. Its quite a challenge and i just died on a build up for a 7th night hardcore horde.. i have learned a lot and next time ill be more prepared. »
👍 anonymous review · 51 h played11
« Got some bugs but definitely a great survival game ! Cant wait to play it with some friends. And I watched the entire movie at the drive in ! Got a horde in the middle of the movie... luckily it was an easy one. I think its really cool. »
👍 anonymous review · 104 h played11
« Really a cool zombie survival game. More fun than VEIN and the explosions are super satisfying. Combat is more satisfying than VEIN and most survival games. Meaning shooting things. »
👍 anonymous review · 17 h played1
« Pre ordered this game back in 2016, from the frankieonPC1080p video, waited years, and game is still hot ass just dont even bother. Devs money grabbed hard on this one. Yet another one to add to the list »
👎 anonymous review · 58 h played5432
« Its like the Dev saw Vein release and gave it all up. I backed this game on Kickstarter ages ago. What a dissapointment. :gearthumbsdown: :gearthumbsdown: »
👎 anonymous review · 13 h played42
« bought early access when I was like 11 or 12. I'm in college now. it's still early access, but I'm sure they'll get it all done by the time my kids get their degrees »
👎 anonymous review · 12 h played11
« Game is so buggy despite being level 15 my skills just set to 0's with no points to spend. »
👎 anonymous review · 33 h played1
« Graphisme pas du tout élégant, le gameplay est ennuyeux, ça ne vaut pas son prix ! »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Un bon petit jeux de survie avec des mécaniques très différentes des autres, encore quelques soucis d optimisation mais ils de sont pas nombreux à développer, donc soyez indulgent. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played

In players' words

« Very fun to play either by yourself, or with a group of friends. While it does have it's bugs that I'm sure will get fixed with time, this game has serious potential and definitely deserves a chance »
👍 anonymous review · 242 h played3221
« Pre ordered this game back in 2016, from the frankieonPC1080p video, waited years, and game is still hot ass just dont even bother. Devs money grabbed hard on this one. Yet another one to add to the list »
👎 anonymous review · 58 h played5432
« great game do not pay mind to the clowns who talk smack... dayz or 7 days to die was never good at early access things take time dev keep working on stn. »
👍 anonymous review · 414 h played3311
« Its like the Dev saw Vein release and gave it all up. I backed this game on Kickstarter ages ago. What a dissapointment. :gearthumbsdown: :gearthumbsdown: »
👎 anonymous review · 13 h played42
« Rough around the edges but fills a need. Gets good updates frequently enough. Classic first-person open-world zombiepocolypse. Gather supplies and barricade somewhere special. »
👍 anonymous review · 30 h played11
« bought early access when I was like 11 or 12. I'm in college now. it's still early access, but I'm sure they'll get it all done by the time my kids get their degrees »
👎 anonymous review · 12 h played11
« Been playing for a few days on solo and i am hooked. Its quite a challenge and i just died on a build up for a 7th night hardcore horde.. i have learned a lot and next time ill be more prepared. »
👍 anonymous review · 51 h played11
« Game is so buggy despite being level 15 my skills just set to 0's with no points to spend. »
👎 anonymous review · 33 h played1
« Got some bugs but definitely a great survival game ! Cant wait to play it with some friends. And I watched the entire movie at the drive in ! Got a horde in the middle of the movie... luckily it was an easy one. I think its really cool. »
👍 anonymous review · 104 h played11
« Graphisme pas du tout élégant, le gameplay est ennuyeux, ça ne vaut pas son prix ! »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Really a cool zombie survival game. More fun than VEIN and the explosions are super satisfying. Combat is more satisfying than VEIN and most survival games. Meaning shooting things. »
👍 anonymous review · 17 h played1
« Un bon petit jeux de survie avec des mécaniques très différentes des autres, encore quelques soucis d optimisation mais ils de sont pas nombreux à développer, donc soyez indulgent. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 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
65 % pos · n=48
Stability / bugs
2 % pos · n=42
Content / longevity
21 % pos · n=19
Multiplayer
17 % pos · n=12
Graphics / art
67 % pos · n=9
Value for money
14 % pos · n=7
Performance
0 % pos · n=6
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=5
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay4831116
Stability / bugs421239
Content / longevity194015
Multiplayer12219
Graphics / art9603
Value for money7106
Performance6006
Interface / UX5014
Audio / music2200

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 18 h on median; those who dislike it: 8.8 h.

<2h
31 % (n=55)
2-10h
53 % (n=99)
10-25h
80 % (n=128)
>25h
74 % (n=118)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📈 Up since launch (+14 pts) — updates have won players over
Dec 2025 : 53% positive53DecFeb 2026 : 60% positive60FebMar 2026 : 70% positive70MarApr 2026 : 63% positive63AprMay 2026 : 58% positive58MayJun 2026 : 70% positive70JunJul 2026 : 70% positive70Jul

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

💶 Price history

€0.55€7.31€14.08€20.85€27.62201820192020202120222023202420252026€3.67

Steam price tracked automatically since Dec 23, 2017 · All-time low: €3.67 (Jun 15, 2023)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,5 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 89 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 32,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Dedicated players find the experience rewarding, with 80 percent of those logging 10 to 25 hours offering positive feedback.
  • The core gameplay loop earns praise, accounting for 31 positive mentions out of 48.
  • Visual design is generally well-received, contributing 6 positive mentions out of 9.
  • Atmospheric audio design is a highlight, garnering 2 positive mentions out of 2.

Weaknesses

  • Technical instability remains a major barrier, with 39 negative mentions out of 42 specifically regarding bugs.
  • Content depth is a frequent point of frustration, reflected in 15 negative mentions out of 19.
  • Multiplayer stability struggles to satisfy, resulting in 9 negative mentions out of 12.
  • Performance optimization is consistently criticized, with 6 negative mentions out of 6.

Who is it for?

This title is suited for patient survival enthusiasts who enjoy long-form base building and aren't deterred by early-stage technical hurdles. It is less ideal for players seeking a polished, bug-free experience out of the box.

Is Survive the Nights worth it in 2026?

Mostly yes, if its flaws don't put you off: 66% of 6,628 Steam reviews are positive (player score 64/100). Most-praised strength: Dedicated players find the experience rewarding, with 80 percent of those logging. Current price: 19,50€.

Verdict

Survive the Nights is a diamond in the rough that rewards those who invest significant time into its systems. Despite the pervasive technical issues, the core survival experience holds enough potential to keep a dedicated community engaged.

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