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Torchlight Reviews
Adventure awaits in the award-winning Action RPG debut from Runic Games! Explore the randomized depths of this boom town, collect loot, and level up to save Torchlight - and possibly the world.
| App ID | 41500 |
| App Type | GAME |
| Developers | Runic Games |
| Publishers | Gearbox Publishing |
| Categories | Single-player, Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud, Includes level editor |
| Genres | RPG |
| Release Date | 27 Oct, 2009 |
| Platforms | Windows, Mac |
| Supported Languages | English |
6 916 Total Reviews
6 286 Positive Reviews
630 Negative Reviews
Very Positive Score
Torchlight has garnered a total of 6 916 reviews, with 6 286 positive reviews and 630 negative reviews, resulting in a ‘Very Positive’ overall score.
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Recent Steam Reviews
This section displays the 10 most recent Steam reviews for the game, showcasing a mix of player experiences and sentiments. Each review summary includes the total playtime along with the number of thumbs-up and thumbs-down reactions, clearly indicating the community's feedback
Playtime:
5553 minutes
Fun Game
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
3032 minutes
THANKS FOR RE-INTRODUCING ME BACK TO TORCHLIGHT SIS. -DK
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
2011 minutes
Bought it with sale, was nice and fun.
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
14643 minutes
I usually don't like diablo type game. But this one, i like it. That say it all :-)
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
1215 minutes
A fun game like the Fate games, I find it is full of mystery & wonder.
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
626 minutes
Torchlight Torchlight started off as a vibrant and entertaining ARPG, but it didn’t take long before I found myself needing additional distractions—watching TV, movies, or listening to podcasts—just to get through the grind. While the game’s colorful visuals and fast-paced combat are enjoyable at first, the repetitive gameplay loop quickly sets in, making it feel like a chore rather than an immersive adventure.
The initial thrill of collecting loot and defeating enemies fades as the lack of depth becomes more apparent. While it has some charm and accessibility, Torchlight struggles to maintain long-term engagement. A good game should hold your attention on its own, and unfortunately, Torchlight fell short in that regard for me.
Pros:
Bright and colorful visuals with a charming aesthetic.
Fast-paced and accessible combat that’s fun in short bursts.
Simple mechanics make it a good entry point for newcomers to ARPGs.
Loot system offers some initial excitement.
Cons:
Becomes repetitive and grind-heavy, losing its charm over time.
Gameplay lacks depth and variety, leading to boredom.
Often requires supplementary entertainment (e.g., TV or podcasts) to stay engaged.
Fails to deliver a truly immersive and captivating experience.
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 1
Negative
Playtime:
2200 minutes
Old School game but still enjoying the game in 2025 despite its age, its a 5/5 -- extremely high fun factor.
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
7871 minutes
Torchlight is a hidden gem. It's also one of the first games i ever played as a kid. Very nostalgic playing through it. It is a shame what they have done to the newer torchlight games though. They will never recapture what they had in the first game.
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
1837 minutes
If you're like me and you need a Diablo fix while you wait for Diablo III to finally come out you should pick this up.
7 / 10 ★★★★★★★☆☆☆
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 3
Positive
