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Premium Bowling is as close to real bowling as you'll get without picking up a physical bowling ball. Start the game and play like you're in a real bowling alley. Experience the realism in every throw, every hit, and every strike!

Premium Bowling is a sports, simulation and indie game developed and published by Sadetta.
Released on October 18th 2019 is available only on Windows in 12 languages: English, Finnish, Spanish - Spain, German, French, Portuguese - Brazil, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Italian, Polish and Swedish.

It has received 454 reviews of which 426 were positive and 28 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. 😎

The game is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam.

The Steam community has classified Premium Bowling into these genres:

Sports Simulation Indie Bowling VR

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System requirements

These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.

Windows
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10 or newer
  • Processor: Intel i5 2013 or later
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia GeForce 840M
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 4 GB available space
  • VR Support: SteamVR or Oculus PC. Standing or Room Scale

User reviews & Ratings

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Dec. 2025
Premium Bowling, developed and published by Sadetta, is a focused and surprisingly deep attempt to translate the feel of real-world ten-pin bowling into a digital space. Rather than approaching bowling as a light party activity or arcade novelty, the game treats the sport with genuine respect, emphasizing precision, physics, and consistency over spectacle. From the very first frames, it becomes clear that Premium Bowling is designed for players who want to understand why a throw works, not just whether it knocks down pins. Its tone is calm and deliberate, mirroring the real rhythm of bowling itself. The core strength of the experience lies in its physics simulation. Every throw is governed by factors such as ball weight, speed, angle, spin, and—most importantly—lane oil patterns. These oil patterns are not static or decorative; they actively influence ball behavior and degrade over time, forcing players to adapt their technique as conditions change. This attention to detail elevates the gameplay well beyond casual bowling titles. Strikes feel earned rather than automatic, and adjustments between frames become part of the strategic loop. For players familiar with real bowling terminology and mechanics, the game feels intuitive in a deeply satisfying way, while newcomers are gradually taught to read lanes and refine their approach through repetition. Control options are flexible and thoughtfully implemented. Whether played traditionally on a monitor or in virtual reality, the act of rolling the ball feels deliberate and tactile. In VR especially, Premium Bowling shines, translating real-world arm motion into a convincing delivery that reinforces immersion. Subtle physical movements matter, and small mistakes in timing or alignment are immediately reflected in the outcome of a shot. On a standard setup, analog controls still manage to convey nuance, ensuring that players are never locked into overly simplified mechanics regardless of how they play. Visually, the game favors clarity and atmosphere over cutting-edge realism. Bowling alleys range from classic, subdued environments to more stylized locations with unique lighting and music, offering variety without distracting from the lanes themselves. These environments help break up long play sessions while maintaining a consistent focus on the sport. The sound design complements this approach well: the crack of pins, the roll of the ball, and ambient alley noise all reinforce the sense of presence without overwhelming the player. Beyond solo play, Premium Bowling places strong emphasis on community and competition. Online multiplayer, leagues, tournaments, and global leaderboards provide ongoing structure and motivation. The league system in particular adds longevity, giving players reasons to return regularly and measure improvement over time. Social features, including teams and chat, turn the game into more than a solitary simulation, allowing it to function as a virtual bowling alley where skill progression and friendly rivalry coexist naturally. Customization adds another layer of depth. Players can unlock, select, and even design bowling balls with distinct physical properties, allowing experimentation with different play styles. This personalization isn’t merely cosmetic; it directly affects performance, reinforcing the game’s simulation-driven philosophy. Achievements and progression systems provide additional goals without feeling intrusive, encouraging mastery rather than grind. What ultimately sets Premium Bowling apart is its restraint. It doesn’t chase exaggerated animations, arcade boosts, or novelty mechanics. Instead, it trusts the inherent satisfaction of bowling done right. That confidence results in a game that feels authentic, measured, and enduring. It may not appeal to players looking for instant spectacle or party-style chaos, but for those interested in a genuine bowling simulation—whether competitive, social, or meditative—it delivers an experience that feels both polished and deeply respectful of the sport. In the end, Premium Bowling succeeds by understanding its audience and committing fully to its vision. It offers a thoughtful, skill-driven simulation that rewards patience, learning, and precision. Whether you’re practicing alone, competing online, or immersing yourself in VR, it stands as one of the most complete and sincere digital representations of bowling available on Steam. Rating: 8/10
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July 2025
---{ Graphics }--- ☐ You forget what reality is ☑ Beautiful ☐ Good ☐ Decent ☐ Bad ☐ Don‘t look too long at it ☐ MS-DOS ---{ Gameplay }--- ☑ Very good ☐ Good ☐ It's just gameplay ☐ Mehh ☐ Watch paint dry instead ☐ Just don't ---{ Audio }--- ☐ Eargasm ☑ Very good ☐ Good ☐ Not too bad ☐ Bad ☐ I'm now deaf ---{ Audience }--- ☑ Kids ☑ Teens ☑ Adults ☑ Grandma ---{ PC Requirements }--- ☐ Check if you can run paint ☐ Potato ☑ Decent ☐ Fast ☐ Rich boi ☐ Ask NASA if they have a spare computer ---{ Game Size }--- ☐ Floppy Disk ☐ Old Fashioned ☑ Workable ☐ Big ☐ Will eat 15% of your 1TB hard drive ☐ You will want an entire hard drive to hold it ☐ You will need to invest in a black hole to hold all the data ---{ Difficulty }--- ☐ Just press 'W' ☐ Easy ☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master ☑ Significant brain usage ☐ Difficult ☐ Dark Souls ---{ Grind }--- ☐ Nothing to grind ☐ Only if u care about leaderboards/ranks ☑ Isn't necessary to progress ☐ Average grind level ☐ Too much grind ☐ You'll need a second life for grinding ---{ Story }--- ☑ No Story ☐ Some lore ☐ Average ☐ Good ☐ Lovely ☐ It'll replace your life ---{ Game Time }--- ☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee ☐ Short ☐ Average ☐ Long ☑ To infinity and beyond ---{ Price }--- ☐ It's free! ☑ Worth the price ☐ If it's on sale ☐ If u have some spare money left ☐ Not recommended ☐ You could also just burn your money ---{ Bugs }--- ☐ Never heard of ☑ Minor bugs ☐ Can get annoying ☐ ARK: Survival Evolved ☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs ---{ ? / 10 }--- ☐ 1 ☐ 2 ☐ 3 ☐ 4 ☐ 5 ☐ 6 ☐ 7 ☐ 8 ☑ 9 ☐ 10 ---{ Author }--- ☑ https://vojtastruhar.github.io/steam-review-template
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May 2025
Fun for casuals only. irl I bowl at a speed of 13ish mph, in this game there is no way to get my character to throw less than 20 mph. There is no way for me to bowl realistically when my character has the strength of an olympic athlete.
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Feb. 2025
Best bowling game in VR! Support for the game is amazing as well. Daily tournaments are fun. Its also a hoot to have custom balls!!!
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Feb. 2025
I was a bit hesitant on buying this game because it was mostly advertised in the "VR" direction, but, I can say that I play this game with a keyboard and mouse just fine. No issues whatsoever as far as I am concerned. Great game. It's literally just bowling. If you find bowling fun like I do, you'll enjoy this. There is multiplayer, singleplayer and tournament bowling. Great game! High Recommend.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Premium Bowling is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam.

Premium Bowling is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 19.99€ on Steam.

Premium Bowling received 426 positive votes out of a total of 454 achieving a rating of 8.69.
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Premium Bowling was developed and published by Sadetta.

Premium Bowling is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Premium Bowling is not playable on MacOS.

Premium Bowling is not playable on Linux.

Premium Bowling offers both single-player and multi-player modes.

Premium Bowling offers both Co-op and PvP modes.

There are 2 DLCs available for Premium Bowling. Explore additional content available for Premium Bowling on Steam.

Premium Bowling does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Premium Bowling supports Remote Play Together. Discover more about Steam Remote Play.

Premium Bowling is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Premium Bowling.

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Premium Bowling
19.99€ Buy Now
Rating
8.7
426
28
Game modes
Multiplayer
Features
Online players
4
Developer
Sadetta
Publisher
Sadetta
Release 18 Oct 2019
VR VR Supported
Platforms
Remote Play
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