Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10+ Processeur : Ryzen 3 1200 / Intel Core i3 5100 Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 1 GB VRAM+ DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10+ Processeur : Ryzen 3 1200 / Intel Core i3 5100 Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 1 GB VRAM+ DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible
Box of Broken Nails
A horror‑driven adventure that feels surprisingly brief, with tension lingering throughout. It has earned a Very Positive rating on Steam, with 97% of the 225 reviews praising the game.
What it's about: Horreur psychologique à la première personne sur l'ignorance et les tentatives. Protégez-vous en tant que charpentier solitaire, cherchez à la hâte des matériaux dans votre maison pour barricader une porte qui ne devrait pas exister. À tout prix.
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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 | 36 | 32 | 3 | 1 |
| Gameplay | 25 | 22 | 1 | 2 |
| Value for money | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| Graphics / art | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Audio / music | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Content / longevity | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Performance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 48 min on median; those who dislike it: 36 min.
🪤 100 % 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 Oct 29, 2026 · All-time low: €2.49 (Oct 29, 2026)
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Story stands out: 32 positive mentions out of 36 total
- Graphics receive unanimous praise: 6 positive mentions out of 6
- Audio is likewise flawless: 6 positive mentions out of 6
- Gameplay is largely praised: 22 positive mentions out of 25
- Price is seen as good value: 6 positive mentions out of 8
Weaknesses
- Performance draws criticism: 1 negative mention out of 1
- User interface is disliked: 1 negative mention out of 1
- Price has some dissent: 1 negative and 1 mixed mention out of 8
- Story includes a few mixed feelings: 3 mixed mentions out of 36
Who is it for?
Players who enjoy concise, atmospheric horror experiences with strong storytelling and tight gameplay loops will find this indie title compelling. Those who can overlook occasional technical roughness will get the most out of it.
Is Box of Broken Nails worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 97% of 225 Steam reviews are positive (player score 95/100). Most-praised strength: Story stands out. Current price: 4,99€.
Verdict
Box of Broken Nails delivers a tightly crafted horror adventure that resonates with its audience, as reflected by its 97% positive Steam score. While the core experience—story, visuals, and audio—wins unanimous praise, a handful of performance and UI hiccups keep it from being flawless. Overall, it’s a solid pick for fans of short, tension‑filled indie horror games.
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