Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (64 bit) Processeur : Intel Core I5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 3 3300X Mémoire vive : 12 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 970 / AMD Radeon RX 580 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 6 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (64 bit) Processeur : Intel Core I7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1070 / RX 5600-XT DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 6 GB d'espace disque disponible
Befriended Curse
A short, punchy horror adventure that lingers long after the credits roll: 89 explicit mentions of horror and 84 glowing reviews out of 88 for the story. Yet under two hours is all most players need to experience its chills.
What it's about: Witches, curses, and fairy tales meet horror in this classic walking sim with an eerie atmosphere and well-paced jumpscares.
In-game
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 144 | 126 | 9 | 9 |
| Story / writing | 88 | 84 | 2 | 2 |
| Graphics / art | 67 | 64 | 1 | 2 |
| Audio / music | 64 | 62 | 0 | 2 |
| Value for money | 31 | 31 | 0 | 0 |
| Content / longevity | 13 | 8 | 0 | 5 |
| Performance | 12 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 11 | 2 | 0 | 9 |
| Stability / bugs | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Multiplayer | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 1.7 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.2 h.
🪤 89 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 19, 2026 · All-time low: €2.49 (Aug 19, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 7 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 86,1 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- The story is the standout pillar: 84 positive mentions out of 88 confirm it as the game’s emotional core.
- Gameplay earns high marks too, with 126 positive out of 144 mentions, praised for its tight control and eerie pacing.
- Graphics and audio are consistently lauded, combining for 126 positive mentions out of 131.
- Price draws no complaints, with all 31 price-related reviews calling it fair or inexpensive.
Weaknesses
- A handful of players report design flaws: 9 negative UI comments out of 11 total, citing cluttered menus and unclear objectives.
- Bugs are the biggest sore spot, with 5 negative mentions out of 6 addressing crashes or minor glitches.
- The game’s brevity divides some: 17 reviews call it "short," though 91% of under-2-hour players still rate it highly.
Who is it for?
Fans of atmospheric horror and narrative-driven indie games will find their match here. Those seeking long campaigns or multiplayer should look elsewhere.
Is Befriended Curse worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 94% of 297 Steam reviews are positive (player score 91/100). Most-praised strength: The story is the standout pillar. Current price: 4,99€.
Verdict
Befriended Curse delivers a concentrated dose of dread with polished presentation and compelling storytelling. Its rough edges and brief runtime are minor trade-offs for a chilling 94% positive reception.
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