Valheim on Steam - User reviews, Price & Information
A brutal exploration and survival game for 1-10 players, set in a procedurally-generated purgatory inspired by viking culture. Battle, build, and conquer your way to a saga worthy of Odin’s patronage!
Valheim is a open world survival craft, survival and online co-op game
developed by Iron Gate AB
and published by Coffee Stain Publishing.
Released on February 02nd 2021 is available on Windows, MacOS and Linux
in 14 languages: English, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Turkish, Japanese, Portuguese - Brazil, Polish, Ukrainian, Italian, Korean and Traditional Chinese.
It has received 494,961 reviews of which 467,117 were positive and 27,844 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. 😍
The game is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for 18.06€ on Instant Gaming.
The Steam community has classified Valheim into these genres:
System requirements
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Windows
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7 or later
- Processor: 2.6 GHz Quad Core or similar
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 950 or Radeon HD 7970
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 1 GB available space
- Additional Notes: The following languages have been partially translated by the community: Svenska, Italiano, Romanian, български, македонски, Suomi, Dansk, íslenska, Lietuvių kalba, čeština, Magyar nyelv, Português europeu, 한국어 (불완전한), Norsk, ภาษาไทย, ქართული ენა, Abenaki, Slovenčina
MacOS
- OS: MacOS 10.13 or later
- Processor: 2.6 GHz Quad Core or similar
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Radeon Pro 450 or R9 M290X
- Storage: 3 GB available space
Linux
- OS: Any up to date version
- Processor: 2.6 GHz Dual Core or similar
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 950 or Radeon HD 7970
- Storage: 1 GB available space
User reviews & Ratings
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It was perfect. Perfect... down to the last, minute detail. Honestly grindy game, makes up for it in asthetics, replayability, world sizes, varieties, and flexbility. There is no time limit. Just you, your friends if you please, ignorance from reality, and bliss.
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Valheim has become a cherished part of our family time since its release, and we often find ourselves diving into new adventures during the holidays. Each of my three boys brings a unique flair to our gameplay: one loves to explore the seas with our trusty boats, another dives headfirst into danger, pushing us to gather resources in the most perilous biomes, while the youngest shines as our master base builder. We all contribute to the game in our own ways, but it’s clear to see each of our preferences. For me, Valheim truly checks all the boxes for an engaging and immersive experience.
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One of the best games I've played in a long time. Are the graphics great? meh. Are the combat mechanics great? meh. Are the building mechanics great? Absolutely Unique. Does the game piss you off? Absolutely. Is the game grindy? Absolutely. Does it have epic moments? like fighting a serpent on the high seas during a massive squall on the ocean making you think you're the MC in some folklore story told by the descendants of vikings? Absolutely. I rate Valheim a 9/10. if they fix the multiplayer netcode issues it would easily be a 10/10
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Valheim: A Hidden Gem with a Fading Spark Valheim is one of those rare hidden gems you stumble upon on Steam. With its engaging gameplay, charming graphics, and a perfect blend of survival mechanics, base building, immersive audio, and a well-crafted combat system, it truly stands out. But the real magic? The ability to team up with your friends on a dedicated server for cooperative adventures! The first playthrough is where the game truly shines. There's a constant sense of wonder and an insatiable urge to explore. What's beyond the next hill? Of course, you might get your rear handed to you by a troll, reminding you that better gear is essential. And so, the loop begins: improve, gear up, and venture further. That progression, where each new piece of equipment feels like a monumental achievement (your first copper weapon feels legendary!), is what makes Valheim so captivating. The game’s food system adds another layer of strategy, allowing you to tweak your character's stats to favor health or stamina—whatever suits your playstyle. Later, Eitr (mana) joins the mix, broadening your options. The world feels alive, teeming with creatures and dynamic environments. In short, Valheim offers something for everyone, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to any gamer seeking a thrilling adventure. But… The Glory Days and the Grind My friends and I joined Valheim's world early, back in February 2021, when the game was still in its unfinished glory. It didn’t matter. The Black Forest, Mountains, and Plains were ready for exploration, and bosses awaited our challenge. We embarked on multiple playthroughs, relishing the cooperative gameplay, the specialization of characters, and the adrenaline of victories hard-won. Fast forward a few years, and updates like Mistlands and Ashlands have expanded the game. Last summer, we decided to dive back in, generating a fresh map for another adventure. Initially, the nostalgia hit hard. We breezed through the familiar Meadows, Black Forest, Mountains, and Plains, gearing up for the new biomes. Equipped with the best Plains gear, we ventured into the Mistlands. The Mistlands: A Hazy Grind True to its name, the Mistlands challenges you with limited visibility, constant climbing, and stamina management. Yet, despite the frustrations (and frequent deaths), the allure of new weapons, armor, and food kept us going. The grind was real: dying, reclaiming gear, mining resources, and repeating the cycle. But defeating the Queen was a triumphant moment—a hard-earned victory that left us feeling accomplished. The Ashlands: The Spark Fades Then came the Ashlands. Armed with what we thought was top-tier gear, we set foot on the burning terrain, only to find ourselves woefully unprepared. Every enemy seemed to laugh at our efforts, reducing us to a frustrating rhythm of dying, grinding, and crafting. Again and again. This repetitive loop—grinding for resources, upgrading gear, and facing inevitable deaths—was tolerable through the earlier biomes. But by the sixth cycle, the novelty had worn off. The Ashlands felt more punishing than rewarding, and the challenge began to feel like a chore. An End to the Saga One by one, my friends lost interest, including myself. Since then, the portals to the Ashlands are now overgrown with weeds, our characters slumped in their thrones, mead in hand, reminiscing about past victories. Even I—after logging over 800 hours in this world—found myself burned out. The thought of tending the forge, managing gardens, chopping wood, and enduring endless raids by pesky bats just to face the final boss, Fader, felt exhausting rather than exciting. Final Thoughts Valheim is undeniably a masterpiece of design, especially in its early stages. The sense of discovery, the camaraderie of co-op play, and the thrill of progression make it unforgettable. But the grind-heavy nature of the later stages ultimately takes its toll. While the developers continue to add new content like potions, decorative clothing, and crafting materials, these additions often feel more like extra chores than meaningful enhancements. Instead of enriching the gameplay, they pile on more tasks, making the experience feel increasingly like work rather than fun. If you’ve never played Valheim, I still recommend giving it a try—you’ll undoubtedly create some incredible memories. But for veterans like me, the journey seems to have reached its natural conclusion. Here's hoping the next update brings innovations that rekindle the spark without adding to the grind. Or maybe even a Valheim 2?
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I really enjoy playing this game. I'm not the best gamer in the world, and I definitely do better at this particular game when my husband plays co-op with me, but I can still do it on my own and it's super fun. I had hit a low point in my gaming, where I was playing the same few games over and over and getting depressed with them. I couldn't apply myself to anything new. I would play for maybe 10 minutes and get bored, longing for the days when I was younger and I could lose myself in a game for hours without realizing time had past. Valheim brought that spark back! It's a fantastic stress reliever after working all day and I look forward to continued play. 10/10 would recommend. It's like Minecraft but with a linear plot and more complex...and Norse!
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Online players
28,571
Developer
Iron Gate AB
Publisher
Coffee Stain Publishing
Release
02 Feb 2021
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