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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8/8.1, 10 Processeur : 2.0 Ghz Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 1Gb Video Memory, capable of OpenGL 3.0+ support (2.1 with ARB extensions acceptable) Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible

Slay the Spire

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Released January 23, 2019
sample: 495 reviews posted after launch (136 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 97 % · 216,276 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
22,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Its card‑based combat constantly reshapes strategy, pulling players back for hours of tactical decision‑making. After launch, the game earned 97 % overall Steam positivity, a 94 % post‑release score, and amassed 216,276 reviews.

In-game

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« J'ai eu du mal la première fois mais en revenant dessus quelques années après bah c'est un banger. Trop satisfaisant de dégommer des monstres avec des combo de cartes pétés »
👍 anonymous review · 27 h played
« Jeu addictif qui a tout pour plaire. Succès pas étonnant. Le second volet vient de sortir, j'ai hâte de l'essayer. »
👍 anonymous review · 101 h played
« Prime est le mot pour décrire ce jeu. »
👍 anonymous review · 56 h played
« J'aime bien jouer aux cartes mais je comprends rien au jeu. »
👍 anonymous review · 42 h played
« Très divertissant, beaucoup d'options et de stratégie différentes. »
👍 anonymous review · 18 h played
« Beaucoup trop RNG à mon goût. Avoir un bon deck mais mourir car notre main piochée est mauvaise ou que l'ennemi a décidé d'être Thanos prime, ne m'amuse pas le moins du monde. »
👎 anonymous review · 9 h played
« Ordinary turn based deck builder, is good but nothing sprvial like the ratings say so. »
👎 anonymous review · 21 h played
« Not drinking the coolaid on this the game is designed like ass. Just a never ending grind fest without much else to do but play the same three floors over and over again. The sequel is even ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ »
👎 anonymous review · 36 h played
« Très bon Millésime, je recommande sans hésiter! Un bon Deck-Builder convaincant dans son gameplay et dans sa rejouabilité »
👍 anonymous review · 36 h played
« Je galère encore a terminé les 3 phases avec le dernier personnage a 50hrs et plus et je continue d'avoir du plaisir a trouvé une tactique pour tous les éliminer !!! La musique nous aide a pensé plus loin encore que nos cartes !!! »
👍 anonymous review · 58 h played

In players' words

« J'ai eu du mal la première fois mais en revenant dessus quelques années après bah c'est un banger. Trop satisfaisant de dégommer des monstres avec des combo de cartes pétés »
👍 anonymous review · 27 h played
« Beaucoup trop RNG à mon goût. Avoir un bon deck mais mourir car notre main piochée est mauvaise ou que l'ennemi a décidé d'être Thanos prime, ne m'amuse pas le moins du monde. »
👎 anonymous review · 9 h played
« Jeu addictif qui a tout pour plaire. Succès pas étonnant. Le second volet vient de sortir, j'ai hâte de l'essayer. »
👍 anonymous review · 101 h played
« Ordinary turn based deck builder, is good but nothing sprvial like the ratings say so. »
👎 anonymous review · 21 h played
« Prime est le mot pour décrire ce jeu. »
👍 anonymous review · 56 h played
« Not drinking the coolaid on this the game is designed like ass. Just a never ending grind fest without much else to do but play the same three floors over and over again. The sequel is even ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ »
👎 anonymous review · 36 h played
« J'aime bien jouer aux cartes mais je comprends rien au jeu. »
👍 anonymous review · 42 h played
« Très bon Millésime, je recommande sans hésiter! Un bon Deck-Builder convaincant dans son gameplay et dans sa rejouabilité »
👍 anonymous review · 36 h played
« Très divertissant, beaucoup d'options et de stratégie différentes. »
👍 anonymous review · 18 h played
« Je galère encore a terminé les 3 phases avec le dernier personnage a 50hrs et plus et je continue d'avoir du plaisir a trouvé une tactique pour tous les éliminer !!! La musique nous aide a pensé plus loin encore que nos cartes !!! »
👍 anonymous review · 58 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
84 % pos · n=122
Content / longevity
89 % pos · n=27
Story / writing
50 % pos · n=6
Audio / music
83 % pos · n=6
Graphics / art
80 % pos · n=5
Value for money
100 % pos · n=4
Performance
100 % pos · n=2
Interface / UX
50 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay122103316
Content / longevity272403
Story / writing6303
Audio / music6510
Graphics / art5401
Value for money4400
Performance2200
Interface / UX2110
Stability / bugs1001
Multiplayer1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 33 h on median; those who dislike it: 39 h.

<2h
100 % (n=4)
2-10h
91 % (n=53)
10-25h
96 % (n=144)
>25h
94 % (n=294)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📈 Up since launch (+8 pts) — updates have won players over
Mar 2026 : 87% positive87MarApr 2026 : 93% positive93AprJul 2026 : 95% positive95Jul

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

💶 Price history

€0.00€6.52€13.04€19.56€26.09201820192020202120222023202420252026€2.29

Steam price tracked automatically since Nov 15, 2017 · All-time low: €2.29 (Dec 18, 2025)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

2,7 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 46 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 27,9 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The deck‑building core dominates praise: 103 positive mentions out of 122, with players lauding its depth and freshness.
  • Replayability is a standout: 9 out of 9 mentions underscore the game’s endless card combinations and RNG challenges.
  • Content richness shines through: 24 positive mentions out of 27, thanks to a variety of relics, character traits, and synergies.
  • The soundtrack gets consistently praised: 5 out of 6 mentions highlight its catchy, fitting music that enhances gameplay.

Weaknesses

  • A handful of players flag timing and randomness as frustrating, with 4 out of 12 mentions noting RNG-related annoyance.
  • One review cites a performance hiccup, indicating a rare but isolated issue.

Who is it for?

Gamers who thrive on strategic card battles, endless variations, and a challenging roguelike rhythm will find this title irresistible. Those who enjoy quick, decision‑heavy sessions and a high replay count will be drawn in quickly.

Is Slay the Spire worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 97% of 216,276 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: The deck‑building core dominates praise. Current price: 22,99€.

Verdict

With a 97 % positive rating across Steam and a robust post‑launch score, Slay the Spire has become a staple for deck‑building enthusiasts. Its compelling mechanics and constant novelty keep players returning, making it a must‑play for anyoneongoing strategic fun.

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Slay the Spire: 94/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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