Sync your Steam wishlist to find the lowest game prices instantly. No login required, just paste your Steam profile URL! ⚡ Try Wishlist Radar!
Sync your Steam wishlist to find the lowest game prices instantly. No login required! ⚡ Try Wishlist Radar! Close

The Caligula Effect: Overdose on Steam

Quick menu

Mobius. An idyllic world that lets people forget about the pain and problems of reality. Created by a sentient vocaloid program, μ (Mu), reality and fantasy have become blurred, allowing people to relive their high school years in bliss -- but just how real is a virtual happiness?

The Caligula Effect: Overdose is a rpg, jrpg and anime game developed by FURYU Corporation and Engine Software BV and published by NIS America and Inc..
Released on March 12th 2019 is available only on Windows in 5 languages: English and Japanese.

It has received 498 reviews of which 354 were positive and 144 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. 😐

The game is currently priced at 49.99€ on Steam.


The Steam community has classified The Caligula Effect: Overdose into these genres:


Here is the detailed breakdown of supported languages for The Caligula Effect: Overdose:

UI Subtitle Audio
English
Korean
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Japanese

Media & Screenshots

Get an in-depth look at The Caligula Effect: Overdose through various videos and screenshots.

System requirements

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

Windows
  • OS *: Windows 7 64-bit or later
  • Processor: Dual-core Intel or AMD processor, 2.5 GHz or faster
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 450 GTS or AMD Radeon 6770 HD
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 6 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: 3D Resolution Scale at 50%

Steam Price & Best Deals

User reviews & Ratings

Explore reviews from Steam users sharing their experiences and what they love about the game.

80 hours played
Sept. 2026
great character build series
124 hours played
Aug. 2026
This is a hidden gem, at least for me. It's a FuRyu game, so as expected the budget was a T-Rex & a Go-Fish card. Because of this, the graphics are middling & a lot of character animations are kinda choppy. If you can look past these things, the game opens up to you. The story of the game is genuinely interesting, with each chapter of the main story involving a primary focus of 2 characters at a time (1 Go-Home Club member & 1 Ostinato Musician), giving each character time to shine. You learn about their traumas & help them overcome them in each character's story episodes. The emotions are there. The only problem with the story is that it can feel kind of choppy at times. As this is a remake with a new route & new characters, they needed to integrate it into the main story, but I wish they put a little more effort into it over "OK we're gonna do this now", because that's how it feels during some parts of the game. It won't ruin it, but I do wish it flowed better. The gameplay is great. I really like the battle system in this game as it makes you think about your team composition & who to use. Your strategy will vary depending on the team. Combat with bosses always feels challenging but never unfair with the tools you have. I beat the game blind on hard mode. Maybe a sweat. The side quest system in this game is fine. It can get quite annoying since basically all of them require you to add the NPC into your party, but taking some time between chapters to clear them out can get you some nice rewards. Stat boosts for the protagonist or special equipment (the equipment you get is a different type then what you get during the main story, so it won't fight for slots & will purely benefit you). Also, some of the side quests are pretty interesting. But you might want to go onto Easy Mode before doing some of them. Fighting the level 70 nightmare with essentially a useless party member is frustrating. But it's not the hardest thing in the world, & it typically grants good rewards. Also, completing the side quests will help you learn about each classroom. Easter Eggs for nerds. Like me. Overall, I would give it a 7/10. Good, fun, enjoyable experience with more positives than negatives overall. Story had me hooked, gameplay was fun. Graphics were FINE, barely. QoL was good. Deducted points for pacing & the unreal amount of side quests in the game. There's a reason I have 120 hours when the story takes about 40 (I beat the game twice).
29 hours played
May 2026
Honesty, after finishing this game, I don't know if deserves a thumbs up or a thumbs down. If you were to ask me about 70% into the game, I would have said I hated it--it was excruciating to get through. The game itself is ugly (the anime they advertise consists of like no more than 30 seconds) and while I enjoyed the music, the same song loops through each dungeon and it quickly becomes nauseating. There is tons of potential with the game mechanics and I hope the sequel refines them. But the game is so easy it almost plays itself. I forgot all about equipping items and about the last stretch of the game I updated my characters and they were like godlike powerful lol. The bosses were especially easy-- if you save your special moves, your team will obliterate them before they have a chance to make a move. Now, the last 10% was different for me. I'm surprised how much I warmed up to this game. The stories started to come together, the stakes of the story felt more real and the game itself became more challenging which forced me to strategize with the game mechanics. It's not enough for me to ever play this game again but it is enough to feel good about finishing it and it encourages me enough to play the sequel (which I've heard is miles better). If you like j-pop, listen to the soundtrack though. It's surprisingly good and probably where most of the budget went lol.
49 hours played
April 2026
The music is great, and the characters are quite unique.
1 hours played
Feb. 2026
Lame budget JRPG but still a whole lot better of a game than I could make so who am I to leave a negative review

Similar games

View all
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 3rd Half a year after Trails in the Sky SC, Father Kevin Graham takes on a routine mission on behalf of the Septian Church. He and his partner are then plunged into a realm that follows an unnaturally strict set of rules and is as intent to open old wounds as it is to keep them behind closed doors.
Similarity 89%
Price -68% 9.78€
Rating 9.0
Release 03 May 2017
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV The long awaited finale to the epic engulfing a continent comes to a head in the final chapter of the Trails of Cold Steel saga!
Similarity 88%
Price -12% 52.99€
Rating 8.8
Release 09 Apr 2021
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II Civil war has broken out across Erebonia. After his narrow escape from Trista, Rean will take up his sword again on a journey with his Divine Knight, Valimar, in search of his friends from Class VII and a way to end the conflict before its price becomes far too dear...
Similarity 87%
Price -79% 8.46€
Rating 9.0
Release 14 Feb 2018
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC Picking up shortly after The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, Estelle travels across Liberl in search of Joshua. The journey involves more than seeking loved ones, however, as the Bracer Guild also tasks her with unraveling the mysteries behind the newly unveiled Society of Ouroboros.
Similarity 85%
Price -64% 10.08€
Rating 9.4
Release 29 Oct 2015
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky Hailed as one of the largest, longest and most meticulously detailed turn-based JRPG series of all time, this first chapter in the ongoing Trails saga sets the stage for what's quickly become Ys developer Nihon Falcom's most popular and best-selling franchise in their entire 30+ year history.
Similarity 84%
Price 15.99€
Rating 9.1
Release 29 Jul 2014
Atelier Lydie & Suelle: The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings DX The definitive edition of the Atelier "Mysterious" series at a new price, with brand new content and various DLCs! "Atelier Lydie & Suelle" is the 3rd instalment: after discovering a mysterious painting, Lydie & Suelle get closer to their dream of running the best atelier.
Similarity 83%
Price -56% 17.99€
Rating 8.4
Release 21 Apr 2021
Atelier Lulua ~The Scion of Arland~ The long awaited 4th installment of the popular "Arland" series that had begun with the "Atelier Rorona"! In this new story, players will revisit the nostalgic world of Arland and embark on exciting journey of alchemy together with Rorona's daughter, Lulua.
Similarity 83%
Price 59.99€
Rating 8.2
Release 20 May 2019
Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation Gamindustri has been taken over by a new threat, and the CPUs are nowhere to be found! It’s now up to their younger sisters to step into the spotlight and save the day in this hilarious, deeply customizable JRPG!
Similarity 83%
Price -88% 1.53€
Rating 8.9
Release 29 May 2015
Celestian Tales: Old North Celestian Tales: Old North is a refreshing take on the classic turn-based Japanese style RPG. Scrapping away the cliché of a destined person or a boy/girl-saving-the-world, the story is tailored for a mature audience and questions the bare morals of a human being.
Similarity 82%
Price -84% 2.09€
Rating 6.7
Release 10 Aug 2015
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III Experience an epic story developed across three titles, and crafted for new and old fans alike. Also includes an interactive introduction to catch up new players to the ongoing story so anyone can dive right in to the world of Trails of Cold Steel.
Similarity 80%
Price 59.99€
Rating 8.8
Release 23 Mar 2020
Atelier Rorona ~The Alchemist of Arland~ DX First release in the Arland series. The main character Rorona must save her Atelier from being closed by the Kingdom. Using Synthesis, Exploration, and Battle, gain recognition for the Atelier and save it from being closed.
Similarity 79%
Price -48% 21.09€
Rating 8.7
Release 03 Dec 2018
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel At Thors Military Academy, Erebonia’s best learn everything from the art of war to liberal arts. First year Rean Schwarzer learns he’s been selected to join the controversial Class VII, and they’ll need to deal with more than just class warfare--they’ll need to safeguard their country from chaos.
Similarity 79%
Price 39.99€
Rating 9.1
Release 02 Aug 2017

Frequently Asked Questions

The Caligula Effect: Overdose is currently priced at 49.99€ on Steam.

No, The Caligula Effect: Overdose is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 49.99€ on Steam.

Yes, The Caligula Effect: Overdose received 354 positive votes out of a total of 498 achieving a rating of 6.78.
😐

The Caligula Effect: Overdose was developed by FURYU Corporation and Engine Software BV and published by NIS America and Inc..

Yes, The Caligula Effect: Overdose is playable and fully supported on Windows.

No, The Caligula Effect: Overdose is not playable on MacOS.

No, The Caligula Effect: Overdose is not playable on Linux.

No, The Caligula Effect: Overdose is not playable on Steam Deck.

No, The Caligula Effect: Overdose is not playable on Steam Machine.

No, The Caligula Effect: Overdose does not support VR.

The Caligula Effect: Overdose is a single-player game.

Yes, there are 16 DLCs available for The Caligula Effect: Overdose. Explore additional content available for The Caligula Effect: Overdose on Steam.

No, The Caligula Effect: Overdose does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

No, The Caligula Effect: Overdose does not support Steam Remote Play.

Yes, The Caligula Effect: Overdose 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 The Caligula Effect: Overdose.

Data sources

The information presented on this page is sourced from reliable APIs to ensure accuracy and relevance. We utilize the Steam API to gather data on game details, including titles, descriptions, prices, and user reviews. This allows us to provide you with the most up-to-date information directly from the Steam platform.

Additionally, we incorporate data from the SteamSpy API, which offers insights into game sales and player statistics. This helps us present a comprehensive view of each game's popularity and performance within the gaming community.

Last Updates
Steam data 20 October 2026 07:18 UTC
SteamSpy data 13 October 2026 23:32 UTC
Steam price 26 October 2026 19:22 UTC
Steam reviews 18 October 2026 18:02 UTC

If you'd like to dive deeper into the details about The Caligula Effect: Overdose, we invite you to check out a few dedicated websites that offer extensive information and insights. These platforms provide valuable data, analysis, and user-generated reports to enhance your understanding of the game and its performance.

  • SteamDB - A comprehensive database of everything on Steam about The Caligula Effect: Overdose
  • SteamCharts - Analysis of The Caligula Effect: Overdose concurrent players on Steam
  • ProtonDB - Crowdsourced reports on Linux and Steam Deck The Caligula Effect: Overdose compatibility
The Caligula Effect: Overdose
Rating
6.8
354
144
Game modes
Features
Online players
2
Developer
FURYU Corporation, Engine Software BV
Publisher
NIS America, Inc.
Release 12 Mar 2019
Platforms