Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7/8/8.1/10 Processeur : Core 2 Duo (Core i3 or higher recommended) Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 1280 x 720 DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible
9-nine-:Episode 1
Most players settle into a comfortable 2 to 10 hour rhythm before realizing the supernatural mystery has firmly hooked them. Backed by 386 positive reviews out of 402 sampled and a 96 percent post-launch approval rating, this opening chapter establishes a compelling foundation.
What it's about: Help Miyako and Kakeru track down a superpowered serial killer before they strike again.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story / writing | 23 | 16 | 6 | 1 |
| Graphics / art | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Audio / music | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Value for money | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Content / longevity | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Gameplay | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Performance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 9.1 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.8 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 4 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 59,7 % of players.
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Strengths
- The overarching narrative and narrative pacing drive engagement, supported by 16 positive mentions out of 23.
- Visual presentation delights players, gathering 5 positive mentions out of 5 for graphics.
- Sound design and voice acting elevate the atmosphere, earning 5 positive mentions out of 5 for audio.
- Strong playtime retention is evident, with 135 players logging between 10 and 25 hours at a 99 percent approval rate.
Weaknesses
- Some narrative elements receive mixed feedback, with 6 mixed mentions recorded out of 23 story discussions.
- Pricing concerns appear in a few evaluations, registering 2 mixed mentions and 1 negative mention out of 4 price discussions.
Who is it for?
Visual novel enthusiasts and fans of supernatural mysteries looking for an engaging, character-driven introductory episode.
Is 9-nine-:Episode 1 worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 95% of 2,013 Steam reviews are positive (player score 95/100). Most-praised strength: The overarching narrative and narrative pacing drive engagement, supported by. Current price: 9,75€ (50% off).
Verdict
An overwhelmingly positive reception across 2,013 global Steam reviews confirms this opening chapter delivers on its premise. Players seeking a polished supernatural narrative will find it a worthwhile starting point.
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