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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : quad-core 3.0ghz minimum Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1060 / 970 for Rift CV1+Touch, Original Vive at 90hz, and RiftS at 80hz DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 20 GB d'espace disque disponible Prise en charge VR: SteamVR Notes supplémentaires : CPU performance required for physics calculations! These min specs are based on Rift CV1+Touch, Original Vive 90hz, and RiftS 80hz, ONLY.

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel i7 7700k or greater, 3.3ghz+ Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1080 / 2060super or greater for Rift CV1+Touch, Original Vive 90hz, and RiftS 80hz DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 20 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : CPU performance required for physics calculations!

BONEWORKS

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Released December 10, 2019
sample: 497 reviews posted after launch (155 AI-classified)
93/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 92 % · 36,385 reviews (« Very Positive »)
28,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Players sink dozens of hours into its physics sandbox before even looking at the clock, driving a 93 percent approval rating across 497 post-release reviews and a 92 percent overall score from 36,385 total reviews. The deep virtual reality mechanics hook veterans and newcomers alike, proving that tactile simulation triumphs over occasional interface hurdles.

What it's about: BONEWORKS is an Experimental Physics VR Adventure. Use found physics weapons, tools, and objects to fight across dangerous playscapes and mysterious architecture.

In-game

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« bonelab but everything is better please don't ♥♥♥♥ it up with the next update slz »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played11
« Story: Fantastic Soundtrack: Amazing Level design: Superior The fact that people say gtag is the best VR game is insane. 11/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 44 h played111
« if you're wondering if vr games are for you this is really the best place to find that out, for all the good and all the bad reasons. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played1
« the greatest vr experience of all time beats bonelab »
👍 anonymous review · 25 h played111
« 100/10 I wish i could forget about this game and then play it again just to feel how good it was to play it for the first time again. »
👍 anonymous review · 19 h played1
« I used this game to do intensive nausea training I surpassed my VR motion sickness like the astronauts do Never gonna puke again! »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played11
« Le jeu a l'air excellent mais il me rend malade en raison du mode de déplacement, comme d'autres jeux. Dans le style, seul Half-Life Halyx m'a procuré un véritable confort de jeu. »
👎 anonymous review · 7 h played
« La tension sexuelle entre mon déjeuner et le parquet est assez démentielle »
👎 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Donne envie de degueuler, des puzzles à plus savoir quoi en foutre, dépassé techniquement »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« mon quest 3s ne marche pas dessus très decu »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« me fait spam par des monstres pendant que je fait ma quête et ensuite après être mort je doit tout recommencer bref nul »
👎 anonymous review · 12 h played
« if you like a good story game with an awesome sandbox side with a big mod community than this is the game for you now note the story aspect is really good but short like 6 to 13 hours max depending how you play »
👍 anonymous review · 68 h played1

In players' words

« bonelab but everything is better please don't ♥♥♥♥ it up with the next update slz »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played11
« Le jeu a l'air excellent mais il me rend malade en raison du mode de déplacement, comme d'autres jeux. Dans le style, seul Half-Life Halyx m'a procuré un véritable confort de jeu. »
👎 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Story: Fantastic Soundtrack: Amazing Level design: Superior The fact that people say gtag is the best VR game is insane. 11/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 44 h played111
« La tension sexuelle entre mon déjeuner et le parquet est assez démentielle »
👎 anonymous review · 8 h played
« if you're wondering if vr games are for you this is really the best place to find that out, for all the good and all the bad reasons. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played1
« Donne envie de degueuler, des puzzles à plus savoir quoi en foutre, dépassé techniquement »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« the greatest vr experience of all time beats bonelab »
👍 anonymous review · 25 h played111
« mon quest 3s ne marche pas dessus très decu »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« 100/10 I wish i could forget about this game and then play it again just to feel how good it was to play it for the first time again. »
👍 anonymous review · 19 h played1
« me fait spam par des monstres pendant que je fait ma quête et ensuite après être mort je doit tout recommencer bref nul »
👎 anonymous review · 12 h played
« I used this game to do intensive nausea training I surpassed my VR motion sickness like the astronauts do Never gonna puke again! »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played11
« if you like a good story game with an awesome sandbox side with a big mod community than this is the game for you now note the story aspect is really good but short like 6 to 13 hours max depending how you play »
👍 anonymous review · 68 h played1

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
93 % pos · n=113
Story / writing
89 % pos · n=47
Performance
70 % pos · n=20
Content / longevity
76 % pos · n=17
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=11
Value for money
90 % pos · n=10
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=6
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=5
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay11310535
Story / writing474223
Performance201415
Content / longevity171304
Graphics / art111100
Value for money10910
Audio / music6600
Interface / UX5005
Stability / bugs2002
Multiplayer2002

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 15 h on median; those who dislike it: 3.2 h.

<2h
59 % (n=22)
2-10h
90 % (n=156)
10-25h
97 % (n=186)
>25h
98 % (n=133)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Oct 2025 : 93% positive93OctJan 2026 : 100% positive100JanMar 2026 : 94% positive94MarApr 2026 : 93% positive93AprMay 2026 : 92% positive92MayJun 2026 : 98% positive98JunJul 2026 : 98% positive98Jul

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

💶 Price history

€18.55€21.52€24.49€27.46€30.432020202120222023202420252026€19.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Dec 10, 2019 · All-time low: €19.99 (Jun 25, 2020)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

1,5 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 16 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 11,9 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay mechanics drive the core experience with 105 positive mentions out of 113 total.
  • The narrative captivates players, securing 42 positive mentions out of 47.
  • Visuals deliver a striking atmosphere, backed by 11 positive mentions out of 11.
  • Time investment pays off massively, as playtime over 25 hours achieves a 98 percent positive rate across 133 players.

Weaknesses

  • Interface design frustrates users, accumulating 5 negative mentions out of 5.
  • Multiplayer elements miss the mark completely, resulting in 2 negative mentions out of 2.
  • Technical glitches and bugs surface in 2 negative mentions out of 2.

Who is it for?

Virtual reality enthusiasts who crave an advanced, physics-driven sandbox with deep mechanical interactions and campaign progression will find hours of satisfaction here.

Is BONEWORKS worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 92% of 36,385 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay mechanics drive the core experience. Current price: 28,99€.

Verdict

Boneworks sets a high standard for virtual reality action and simulation, rewarding patient players with unmatched physical immersion. Despite minor interface and multiplayer shortcomings, the sheer depth of its gameplay cements its status as a landmark VR title.

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