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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel Core i5-4460 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 960 / R9 290 - 3 GB Video Memory Notes supplémentaires : OpenGL 4.3

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel Core i7-6700K Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : RTX 2060

Foundation

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Released January 31, 2025
sample: 447 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
87/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 87 % · 23,948 reviews (« Very Positive »)
33,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Foundation's medieval city-building is a slow burn, a game of patience and long-term vision. The numbers tell a story of dedication: 89% of players who invested over 25 hours still rate it highly. It's a game that grows on you, and the positive reception reflects this unique, immersive experience.

What it's about: Foundation est un city-builder relaxant basé sur un système sans grille qui se focalise sur le développement authentique, la construction de monuments et la gestion des ressources.

In-game

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« Acheté alors qu'il était encore en early acces. J'ai vu la transformation de fondation. L'équipe est à l'écoute des joueurs. Je recommande vivement »
👍 anonymous review · 133 h played1
« So, uh, they removed the weather system and there is no natural day/night cycle. Fun game, but whyyyyyyy remove such little things that create immersion? »
👍 anonymous review · 21 h played3321
« Honestly quite chill, hope they keep adding stuff like snow or different biomes. It has a nice charm to it and could probably use more QOL stuff but overall a nice 7,5 game. »
👍 anonymous review · 40 h played1
« Gaming on Linux: ✅ (Proton 9.0.4) Very lovely, chilling building game with a very unique mechanic: You can build bigger buildings like a manors house or the monastry piece by pice by yourself - with is absolutely awesome! »
👍 anonymous review · 64 h played1
« Un peu compliqué à prendre en main en difficulté normale au début si on est pas habitué aux jeux de gestion mais absolument addictif une fois les mécaniques bien intégrées ! La DA cartoon/medieval du jeu le rend super agréable à jouer »
👍 anonymous review · 22 h played
« Possibilités de construction qui ne sont pas assujetties aux cases d'un terrain. »
👍 anonymous review · 46 h played
« the game seems great but keeps crashing when i try to build a sheep farm »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« And of course this turns into a DLC farmer, instead of just adding content for future popularity. Ignore this !! »
👎 anonymous review · 9 h played
« Fun when it runs, but crashes too often, hope it gets patched up soon »
👎 anonymous review · 50 h played
« 50% + Decent city builder + Free-building and easy villager assignment - New borders are weirdly shaped, often without resources - Resources bottleneck speed of gameplay - No story or clear direction »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« It's an endless tutorial, slow and annoying »
👎 anonymous review · 6 h played
« One of the best city builders there is »
👍 anonymous review · 71 h played

In players' words

« Acheté alors qu'il était encore en early acces. J'ai vu la transformation de fondation. L'équipe est à l'écoute des joueurs. Je recommande vivement »
👍 anonymous review · 133 h played1
« the game seems great but keeps crashing when i try to build a sheep farm »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« So, uh, they removed the weather system and there is no natural day/night cycle. Fun game, but whyyyyyyy remove such little things that create immersion? »
👍 anonymous review · 21 h played3321
« And of course this turns into a DLC farmer, instead of just adding content for future popularity. Ignore this !! »
👎 anonymous review · 9 h played
« Honestly quite chill, hope they keep adding stuff like snow or different biomes. It has a nice charm to it and could probably use more QOL stuff but overall a nice 7,5 game. »
👍 anonymous review · 40 h played1
« Fun when it runs, but crashes too often, hope it gets patched up soon »
👎 anonymous review · 50 h played
« Gaming on Linux: ✅ (Proton 9.0.4) Very lovely, chilling building game with a very unique mechanic: You can build bigger buildings like a manors house or the monastry piece by pice by yourself - with is absolutely awesome! »
👍 anonymous review · 64 h played1
« 50% + Decent city builder + Free-building and easy villager assignment - New borders are weirdly shaped, often without resources - Resources bottleneck speed of gameplay - No story or clear direction »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Un peu compliqué à prendre en main en difficulté normale au début si on est pas habitué aux jeux de gestion mais absolument addictif une fois les mécaniques bien intégrées ! La DA cartoon/medieval du jeu le rend super agréable à jouer »
👍 anonymous review · 22 h played
« It's an endless tutorial, slow and annoying »
👎 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Possibilités de construction qui ne sont pas assujetties aux cases d'un terrain. »
👍 anonymous review · 46 h played
« One of the best city builders there is »
👍 anonymous review · 71 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
80 % pos · n=158
Graphics / art
85 % pos · n=41
Content / longevity
50 % pos · n=18
Interface / UX
22 % pos · n=18
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=17
Audio / music
92 % pos · n=13
Performance
27 % pos · n=11
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=4
Value for money
0 % pos · n=3
Story / writing
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay1581261418
Graphics / art413524
Content / longevity18927
Interface / UX184014
Stability / bugs170017
Audio / music131201
Performance11317
Multiplayer4400
Value for money3003
Story / writing1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 55 h on median; those who dislike it: 40 h.

<2h
33 % (n=6)
2-10h
67 % (n=30)
10-25h
88 % (n=80)
>25h
89 % (n=331)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📈 Up since launch (+13 pts) — updates have won players over
Nov 2025 : 94% positive94NovJan 2026 : 53% positive53JanFeb 2026 : 88% positive88FebMar 2026 : 82% positive82MarApr 2026 : 86% positive86AprMay 2026 : 85% positive85MayJun 2026 : 84% positive84JunJul 2026 : 89% positive89Jul

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

💶 Price history

€21.08€24.73€28.38€32.03€35.68€22.77

Steam price tracked automatically since Jul 19, 2026 · All-time low: €22.77 (Jul 22, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,2 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 45 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 2,7 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The immersive, organic city-building experience shines: keywords like 'ville', 'organique', and 'construction' dominate the positive mentions, highlighting the game's core strength.
  • A relaxing, strategic pace: 'détente' and 'stratégie' are frequently mentioned, indicating a game that rewards thoughtful, deliberate play.
  • Visually stunning: graphics receive high praise, with 35 positive mentions out of 41 total.
  • Audio enhances the experience: 12 out of 13 mentions are positive, suggesting a well-crafted soundscape.
  • Long-term engagement: the majority of players who dedicate significant time to the game give it high marks, with 89% positive reception for those playing over 25 hours.

Weaknesses

  • UI inconsistencies: the user interface receives more negative than positive feedback, with 14 negative mentions out of 18 total.
  • Technical issues: 'crash' and 'bugs' are frequently mentioned negatively, impacting the overall experience.
  • Narrative concerns: the story element receives little attention, with only 1 negative mention.
  • Price sensitivity: all 3 mentions of price are negative, suggesting some players feel the cost is not justified.

Who is it for?

Foundation appeals to strategy enthusiasts who enjoy the process of building and nurturing a city over time. Those seeking instant gratification or a fast-paced narrative may find it lacking.

Is Foundation worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 87% of 23,948 Steam reviews are positive (player score 87/100). Most-praised strength: The immersive, organic city-building experience shines. Current price: 33,99€.

Verdict

This game offers a unique, immersive city-building experience, but technical issues and a lack of narrative depth may deter some players. For those who embrace its slow burn, Foundation delivers a rewarding and captivating journey.

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Most frequent keywords

ville (18)détente (16)addictif (11)gestion (11)médiéval (9)stratégie (9)organique (8)construction (8)interface (6)logistique (6)crash (6)bugs (6)

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