Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : AMD FX-4350 / Intel Core i5-4460 Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : AMD Radeon R9 280X / GeForce GTX 760 Espace disque : 10 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (64-bit) Processeur : AMD FX-6300 / Intel Core i5-4590 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : AMD Radeon R9 290 / GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Espace disque : 10 GB d'espace disque disponible
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night has captivated players with its engaging gameplay, as evidenced by 97 positive mentions out of 140, with many drawing comparisons to the Castlevania series. The game's post-release reception has been overwhelmingly positive, with 81% of players leaving positive reviews. As players progress, the game's appeal only grows, with 92% of players who have played for over 25 hours leaving positive reviews.
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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 | 140 | 97 | 11 | 32 |
| Graphics / art | 43 | 22 | 7 | 14 |
| Story / writing | 34 | 22 | 1 | 11 |
| Content / longevity | 27 | 22 | 2 | 3 |
| Audio / music | 17 | 12 | 1 | 4 |
| Interface / UX | 16 | 1 | 0 | 15 |
| Performance | 8 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| Multiplayer | 7 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Stability / bugs | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Value for money | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 29 h on median; those who dislike it: 8.1 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 May 24, 2019 · All-time low: €3.99 (Jun 25, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 57 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 31,9 % of players.
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Strengths
- Gameplay is a major strength, with 97 positive mentions out of 140
- The game's content has been well-received, with 22 positive mentions out of 27
- The story has been praised by 22 players out of 34, with many enjoying the narrative
Weaknesses
- Performance issues have been a concern, with 7 negative mentions out of 8
- The user interface has been criticized by 15 players out of 16
- Bugs have been a problem, with all 5 mentions being negative
Who is it for?
Fans of the Metroidvania genre and those who enjoy exploration and epic gameplay will find Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night to be an excellent choice, with its engaging gameplay and well-designed content. Players who have played the Castlevania series will also appreciate the similarities and nods to the classic games.
Is Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night worth it in 2026?
Yes, without reservation for most players: 93% of 41,365 Steam reviews are positive (player score 81/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay is a major strength. Current price: 39,99€.
Verdict
Overall, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night has received widespread acclaim for its engaging gameplay, well-designed content, and faithfulness to the Metroidvania genre. While some players have experienced performance issues and criticized the user interface, the game's strengths far outweigh its weaknesses, making it a must-play for fans of action-adventure games and exploration. With a very positive overall reception and a high percentage of positive reviews, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is a game that is sure to delight players for hours on end.
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