The Yellow King is a Action, Adventure, Casual game from Spellbook with a 47% positive Steam review signal. Indie Lantern indexes it for players browsing by co-op.
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System requirements
PC
- Minimum
- OS *: Windows 8+
Processor: Intel Core i5-6600 or AMD fx-8350
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R9 290X
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 2 GB available space
Additional Notes: Try Gamepad For Better Experience - Recommended
- OS: Windows 10
Processor: Intel Core i7-7700K or AMD Ryzen 7 2700k
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 or AMD RX 580
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 2 GB available space
Additional Notes: Try Gamepad For Better Experience
macOS
- Minimum
- OS: Sierra 10.12+
Processor: x64 architecture with SSE2
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Metal capable Intel and AMD GPUs
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 2 GB available space
Additional Notes: Try Gamepad For Better Experience
Linux
- Minimum
- OS: Ubuntu 16.04, Ubuntu 18.04, and CentOS 7
Processor: X64 architecture with SSE2
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: OpenGL 3.2+ or Vulkan-capable, Nvidia and AMD GPUs
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 2 GB available space
Additional Notes: Try Gamepad For Better Experience
From Steam reviews
Review notes
The Yellow King is worth a closer look if you want solo-friendly, controller friendly, boss rush, and cosmic horror.
Best for players who want cosmic horror, emotional story, solo-friendly, and controller friendly.
Check more carefully if you dislike repetition or grind.
solo-friendly
FitIt still makes sense as a solo play choice.
controller-friendly
FitController, gamepad, or Steam Deck play comes up as a plus.
boss-rush
Play styleA major part of the game is learning and beating standout fights.
grindy
FrictionThe loop may feel repetitive if you dislike grind.
cosmic-horror
SettingThe darker pull is eldritch, strange, or cosmic rather than ordinary horror.
exploration
Play styleThe draw is moving through spaces, discovering details, and learning the world.
great-with-friends
FitIt tends to be better when shared with friends.
emotional-story
ToneThe story is framed as affecting rather than just plot-heavy.
Steam review snapshots
The game is excellent with friends.There's native controller support which is a godsend and with proper binding feels similar to a Souls game.Pros: – Addictive quality with the endless dungeon – Environment oozes a nice atmosphere – The different weapon types truly play differently…It is fun to play solo or with a group.Why it fits
Check it if you want action, adventure filtered by co-op.
Who might skip it
Research further on Steam if you need verified accessibility details, exact playtime, or current system requirements.