Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : 64-bit Windows 10 (version 2004 or newer) Processeur : 4 core CPU @ 2.5 GHz (AMD Ryzen 5, Intel core i3/i5) Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 4 GB VRAM; Radeon RX 470, GeForce GTX 970, Intel Arc A580 DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 75 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Intel integrated GPUs are not supported. SSD recommended.
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : 64-bit Windows 10 (version 2004 or newer) Processeur : 6 or 8 core CPU @ 3.0 GHz (AMD Ryzen 7, Intel core i5/i7) Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 8+ GB VRAM; Radeon RX 6800, GeForce RTX 3070, Intel Arc B580 DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 75 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Intel integrated GPUs are not supported. SSD required.
The Talos Principle 2
The game’s intricate puzzles keep players deeply engaged in its world. Gameplay receives 94 positive mentions out of 122 comments. It boasts a 95 % very positive rating on Steam, with 90 % satisfaction since launch.
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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 | 122 | 94 | 12 | 16 |
| Story / writing | 86 | 61 | 7 | 18 |
| Graphics / art | 42 | 37 | 0 | 5 |
| Audio / music | 17 | 13 | 1 | 3 |
| Content / longevity | 15 | 11 | 0 | 4 |
| Performance | 11 | 3 | 1 | 7 |
| Value for money | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Stability / bugs | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Interface / UX | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 46 h on median; those who dislike it: 14 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 Sep 26, 2023 · All-time low: €7.24 (Jun 08, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 87 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 34,7 % of players.
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Strengths
- Gameplay: 94 positive mentions out of 122
- Story: 61 positive mentions out of 86
- Graphics: 37 positive mentions out of 42
- Audio: 13 positive mentions out of 17
- Long‑term playtime: 381 reviews with >25 h show a 96 % positive rate
Weaknesses
- Performance: 7 negative mentions out of 11
- Bugs: 2 negative mentions out of 2
- UI: 2 negative mentions out of 2
Who is it for?
If you love cerebral adventures that weave puzzles, philosophy, and a rich narrative into a single experience, you’ll find this title rewarding. It’s also ideal for players who enjoy long, contemplative play sessions.
Is The Talos Principle 2 worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 95% of 13,231 Steam reviews are positive (player score 90/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay. Current price: 8,69€ (70% off).
Verdict
Overall, the game is celebrated for its engaging puzzles and immersive story, achieving a very high positive rating. Minor performance hiccups and UI quirks temper the experience, but they rarely detract from the core enjoyment.
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