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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Processeur : Celeron 1.2Ghz Mémoire vive : 2000 MB de mémoire Graphiques : Onboard DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 1.5 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Onboard

Graze Counter

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Released July 28, 2017
sample: 316 reviews posted after launch (134 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 316 reviews (« Very Positive »)
9,75€ 2,92€ -70%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Bullet hell veterans and newcomers alike are diving deep, with 182 players logging between 2 and 10 hours in the storm. Overall post-launch reception sits firmly at 96 percent positive across 316 reviews.

What it's about: Graze the enemy’s bullets, Charge them head-on, and Wreak Havoc!!An exhilarating and dangerous shoot-em-up! This is a game for those with courage and survival instinct!

In-game

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« Super fun ....Du vrai schoot'em up. »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Cool old school shoot 'em up with waifus. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« This is probably as close as you'll ever get to experiencing true bliss in a videogame. If you even have an ounce of love for the genre, then do you part and buy this masterpiece. 10/10, will keep playing again, and again, and again. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Nice old school shoot them up. Plus this game is DRM-free. »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Hey, this game is actually really fun! I didn't expect much because this looks like a niche title, but the gameplay mechanics and music are great! I guess I should have trusted all of those positive reviews! »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« An amazing shmup. It's a bit short, but it's very well-polished and has a lot of replay value. Plus the characters are very cute. Well worth the price. »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played
« I don't like these kind of games. »
👎 anonymous review · 6 h played
« https://youtu.be/WoWK_l1s8nU Covering all the basics of a typical shoot'em'up with the additional 'graze' mechanic to reward risky place is a fine foundation but without evolving the experience between levels it runs out quickly. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Not a bad game, I just dislike this genre too much to be able to recommend it. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« can't open the game. can't get the help form the community either. need help!! »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« I had no idea what the hell I was doing »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« it is very short an sweet, BUT DAMN, if it isn't one of the hypest shmups I have ever seen I'm super excited for the remake now, definitely gonna buy it on day 1 »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played

In players' words

« Super fun ....Du vrai schoot'em up. »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« I don't like these kind of games. »
👎 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Cool old school shoot 'em up with waifus. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« https://youtu.be/WoWK_l1s8nU Covering all the basics of a typical shoot'em'up with the additional 'graze' mechanic to reward risky place is a fine foundation but without evolving the experience between levels it runs out quickly. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« This is probably as close as you'll ever get to experiencing true bliss in a videogame. If you even have an ounce of love for the genre, then do you part and buy this masterpiece. 10/10, will keep playing again, and again, and again. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Not a bad game, I just dislike this genre too much to be able to recommend it. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Nice old school shoot them up. Plus this game is DRM-free. »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« can't open the game. can't get the help form the community either. need help!! »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Hey, this game is actually really fun! I didn't expect much because this looks like a niche title, but the gameplay mechanics and music are great! I guess I should have trusted all of those positive reviews! »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« I had no idea what the hell I was doing »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« An amazing shmup. It's a bit short, but it's very well-polished and has a lot of replay value. Plus the characters are very cute. Well worth the price. »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played
« it is very short an sweet, BUT DAMN, if it isn't one of the hypest shmups I have ever seen I'm super excited for the remake now, definitely gonna buy it on day 1 »
👍 anonymous review · 6 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
93 % pos · n=132
Graphics / art
76 % pos · n=37
Audio / music
89 % pos · n=37
Content / longevity
77 % pos · n=30
Value for money
69 % pos · n=13
Story / writing
36 % pos · n=11
Interface / UX
14 % pos · n=7
Performance
33 % pos · n=6
Stability / bugs
20 % pos · n=5
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay13212336
Graphics / art372845
Audio / music373313
Content / longevity302316
Value for money13904
Story / writing11407
Interface / UX7106
Performance6204
Stability / bugs5104

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 4 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.9 h.

🪤 50 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
91 % (n=74)
2-10h
96 % (n=182)
10-25h
100 % (n=46)
>25h
100 % (n=14)

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The core gameplay mechanics drive the enthusiasm, with 123 positive mentions out of 132.
  • The soundtrack delivers a punchy auditory experience, earning 33 positive mentions out of 37.
  • Visuals hit the right nostalgic notes, highlighted by 28 positive mentions out of 37.
  • Content depth satisfies the arcade appetite, with 23 positive mentions out of 30.

Weaknesses

  • The narrative falls flat for several players, logging 7 negative mentions out of 11.
  • User interface design creates friction, gathering 6 negative mentions out of 7.
  • Technical performance stumbles occasionally, drawing 4 negative mentions out of 6.

Who is it for?

Shmup enthusiasts looking for an accessible arcade bullet hell with high-risk grazing mechanics and a killer soundtrack.

Is Graze Counter worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 96% of 316 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: The core gameplay mechanics drive the enthusiasm. Current price: 2,92€ (70% off).

Verdict

Graze Counter proves that tight mechanics and a pulsing score can carry an arcade shooter far. Despite minor hurdles with the interface and narrative, 316 reviews establish it as a stellar addition to the genre.

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Graze Counter: 94/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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