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.
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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: 2,99€ (80% off).
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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