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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10 Processeur : Intel Pentium III 800 MHz Mémoire vive : 512 MB de mémoire Graphiques : 1024x768 High Color + DirectX : Version 9.0 Espace disque : 250 MB d'espace disque disponible

Rakuen

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Released May 10, 2017
sample: 471 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 96 % · 5,924 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
14,79€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Rakuen’s narrative is its heart‑beat, resonating with 160 positive mentions out of 168 story reviews—its music and emotional depth echo through the game’s 57 positive audio comments. Critics and players alike applaud its artistry, with 48 of 52 graphics mentions glowing, and the inqui­ring journey maintains a 94 % post‑release approval. A few find the interface clunky and the gameplay uneven, but the overwhelming sentiment is one of a moving, beautifully crafted experience.

In-game

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« + : Histoire prenante + : Bande son en parfaite harmonie avec l'histoire - : 9h de jeu - : Plus spectateur que acteur - : Manque une traduction française pour apprécier pleinement le jeu »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played
« Superbe jeux, mais gardez des mouchoirs à portée de main.... »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« Un jeu avec une histoire principale et secondaires très poignantes. Merci pour ce jeu. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« A moving story with beautiful musics Give it a Go »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« + Personnages attachants + Accessible aux néophites + Heartwarming - Histoire prévisible 8/10 Excellent »
👍 anonymous review · 18 h played
« I am glad I played this beautiful game »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« A game that, at first sight, seems very simple but the story really drove me all along. The beautiful soundtrack really emphasizes all the emotions. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played

In players' words

« + : Histoire prenante + : Bande son en parfaite harmonie avec l'histoire - : 9h de jeu - : Plus spectateur que acteur - : Manque une traduction française pour apprécier pleinement le jeu »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played
« + Personnages attachants + Accessible aux néophites + Heartwarming - Histoire prévisible 8/10 Excellent »
👍 anonymous review · 18 h played
« Superbe jeux, mais gardez des mouchoirs à portée de main.... »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« I am glad I played this beautiful game »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« Un jeu avec une histoire principale et secondaires très poignantes. Merci pour ce jeu. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« A game that, at first sight, seems very simple but the story really drove me all along. The beautiful soundtrack really emphasizes all the emotions. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« A moving story with beautiful musics Give it a Go »
👍 anonymous review · 10 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
95 % pos · n=168
Audio / music
98 % pos · n=58
Gameplay
58 % pos · n=53
Graphics / art
92 % pos · n=52
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=8
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=3
Value for money
100 % pos · n=3
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing16816035
Audio / music585701
Gameplay5331715
Graphics / art524804
Interface / UX8017
Content / longevity3300
Value for money3300

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 11 h on median; those who dislike it: 8.5 h.

<2h
50 % (n=8)
2-10h
92 % (n=206)
10-25h
96 % (n=237)
>25h
100 % (n=20)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Mar 2024 : 100% positive100MarApr 2024 : 90% positive90AprMay 2024 : 96% positive96MayJun 2024 : 97% positive97JunJul 2024 : 92% positive92JulAug 2024 : 94% positive94AugNov 2024 : 87% positive87NovDec 2024 : 86% positive86DecFeb 2025 : 94% positive94FebApr 2025 : 88% positive88AprMay 2025 : 95% positive95MayDec 2025 : 87% positive87DecMay 2026 : 87% positive87May

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

5,2 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 15 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 26,8 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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This game on Twitch

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Strengths

  • Story: 160 positive mentions out of 168
  • Audio: 57 positive mentions out of 58
  • Graphics: 48 positive mentions out of 52
  • Gameplay: 31 positive mentions out of 53

Weaknesses

  • UI: 0 positive mentions and 7 negative mentions out of 8
  • Gameplay: 15 negative mentions out of 53

Who is it for?

Rakuen will captivate players who cherish emotionally rich storytelling, immersive soundtracks, and artistic visuals—those who enjoy contemplative, narrative‑driven adventures with a poetic tone.

Is Rakuen worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 96% of 5,924 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Story. Current price: 14,79€.

Verdict

The game’s strengths in story, audio, and graphics far outweigh its minor UI and gameplay hiccups, delivering a highly praised, evocative journey. Its 96 % overall Steam approval underscores its success, making it a must‑play for fans of heartfelt, narrative‑centric titles.

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Rakuen: 94/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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