Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7+ Processeur : AMD Athlon X4 5350, Intel Core i3-2100T or equivalent Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 480M, Radeon HD 6790 or equivalent DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 200 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Yes
Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7+ Processeur : AMD Athlon X4 605e, Intel Celeron G1610 or equivalent Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Radeon HD 7850, GeForce GTX 470 or equivalent DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 200 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Yes
Bad North: Jotunn Edition
Every second counts in a fight for survival where every island demands a new battle plan. Nearly nine out of ten players keep coming back, hungry for one more run.
What it's about: Bad North est un roguelite tactique en temps réel sublime, mais brutal. Défendez votre royaume insulaire idyllique contre des hordes d’envahisseurs vikings et menez l’exode désespéré de votre peuple. Chaque île possède une forme unique ; ordonnez à vos loyaux sujets d’en tirer le meilleur avantage stratégique.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 163 | 141 | 10 | 12 |
| Graphics / art | 51 | 51 | 0 | 0 |
| Content / longevity | 33 | 6 | 4 | 23 |
| Value for money | 20 | 15 | 2 | 3 |
| Audio / music | 16 | 16 | 0 | 0 |
| Interface / UX | 8 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Story / writing | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Performance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Stability / bugs | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Multiplayer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 12 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.5 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Nov 17, 2018 · All-time low: €2.99 (Sep 03, 2023)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 11 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 36,9 % of players.
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Strengths
- Strategy reigns supreme: 141 positive mentions out of 163
- A visual feast garners unanimous praise with 51 glowing reviews and no negatives
- Sound and humor hit the right notes, securing 16 perfect scores with zero complaints
- Long-term dedication pays off—98% of players logging over 25 hours leave thrilled
Weaknesses
- Thin content triggers frustration: 23 negative out of 33 mentions
- Price splits the crowd, with 3 out of 20 calling it too steep
- The user interface sparks mixed feelings, earning equal split: 4 positive vs 4 negative
Who is it for?
Tactical gamers who thrive on bite-sized, high-stakes challenges and striking pixel art. Lovers of rogue-likes with a dash of Viking flair will feel right at home.
Is Bad North: Jotunn Edition worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 93% of 14,011 Steam reviews are positive (player score 95/100). Most-praised strength: Strategy reigns supreme. Current price: 14,99€.
Verdict
Bad North’s relentless strategy loop and crisp presentation keep players hooked, while its minimalist scope and pricing draw occasional skepticism. Yet with a 93% positive rating, the verdict is clear.
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