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Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64-bit Processeur : Intel Core i3 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 Espace disque : 7 GB d'espace disque disponible

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Don't Drop The Cake

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Released August 30, 2026
sample: 115 reviews posted after launch (37 AI-classified)
84/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 90 % · 115 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 90% positive vs 89% overall (109 recent reviews)
7,19€ 6,39€ -11%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Horror and emotional beats drive this indie adventure, drawing players into an intense narrative. Out of 115 reviews recorded since launch, 90 percent land in the positive column.

What it's about: Use your mouse to balance a cake that slides with every step in this horror game. Escape twisted beings and overcome dangerous traps, uncover the mystery behind the cake, and see the story through to its conclusion.

In-game

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« i thought the game was just a silly horror game but i was wrong and the end the game was amazing thank you for make this game »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« Great little indie game, funky controls at first but fun nun the less. You will love credits cutscene trust. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 0 h played
« go into this as blind as possible. it's not what u think it is. scares aren't horrifying but has some really good moments. i had a lot of fun! worth the money for the playtime for sure. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 3 h played
« Alright.... I did NOT expect to be crying my little dad eyes out for the last half of the game play. This was.... something else. Absolutely massive W to the dev. This hit in all of the feels. Must play. Great game. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 3 h played
« Really good, loved it. Good work. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 3 h played
« absolute cinema. didnt expect to cry at the end. dont know how the dev came up with such a random yet amazing storyline. i dropedd that du dun du so many times but it was worth it. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 3 h played
« not gonna lie, the concept is funny but the devs are reusing same one jumpscares and ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ same one "press 6 buttons to proceed" and its annnoying, im refunding im sorry try your best next ime »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played1111
« One of the worst games I've ever played. It's boring, its repetitive and depressing. NOT WORTH BUYING. »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 3 h played
« this game was made in MSPaint, i just know it. bad game. »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played
« im sorry the concept sounded cool but its really boring especially since half of it is the same go around and press a bunch of buttons this really had way more potential »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played
« I really liked the horror elements of this game but the endless dialogue wasn’t needed. As soon one who streams the dialogue really made viewers switch off. »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 4 h played
« Fun game! Was very confused with the story tho! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 6 h played

In players' words

« i thought the game was just a silly horror game but i was wrong and the end the game was amazing thank you for make this game »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« not gonna lie, the concept is funny but the devs are reusing same one jumpscares and ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ same one "press 6 buttons to proceed" and its annnoying, im refunding im sorry try your best next ime »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played1111
« Great little indie game, funky controls at first but fun nun the less. You will love credits cutscene trust. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 0 h played
« One of the worst games I've ever played. It's boring, its repetitive and depressing. NOT WORTH BUYING. »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 3 h played
« go into this as blind as possible. it's not what u think it is. scares aren't horrifying but has some really good moments. i had a lot of fun! worth the money for the playtime for sure. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 3 h played
« this game was made in MSPaint, i just know it. bad game. »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played
« Alright.... I did NOT expect to be crying my little dad eyes out for the last half of the game play. This was.... something else. Absolutely massive W to the dev. This hit in all of the feels. Must play. Great game. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 3 h played
« im sorry the concept sounded cool but its really boring especially since half of it is the same go around and press a bunch of buttons this really had way more potential »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played
« Really good, loved it. Good work. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 3 h played
« I really liked the horror elements of this game but the endless dialogue wasn’t needed. As soon one who streams the dialogue really made viewers switch off. »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 4 h played
« absolute cinema. didnt expect to cry at the end. dont know how the dev came up with such a random yet amazing storyline. i dropedd that du dun du so many times but it was worth it. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 3 h played
« Fun game! Was very confused with the story tho! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 6 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
64 % pos · n=25
Story / writing
72 % pos · n=25
Graphics / art
67 % pos · n=3
Content / longevity
0 % pos · n=2
Value for money
50 % pos · n=2
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=1
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay251627
Story / writing251852
Graphics / art3201
Content / longevity2002
Value for money2101
Performance1100
Audio / music1100
Stability / bugs1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 2.5 h on median; those who dislike it: 2 h.

🪤 45 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
81 % (n=27)
2-10h
93 % (n=87)
10-25h
100 % (n=1)

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Strengths

  • The narrative pulls players in effectively, earning 18 positive mentions out of 25 total.
  • Core mechanics deliver tension and engagement, registering 16 positive mentions out of 25.
  • Post-release reception remains strong with a solid 90 percent positive score across 115 reviews.
  • Players spending between 2 and 10 hours report high satisfaction, yielding 81 positive mentions out of 87 in that bracket.

Weaknesses

  • Gameplay frustrations surface in 7 out of 25 mentions regarding mechanics.
  • Content volume feels lacking to some, with 2 negative mentions out of 2 total.
  • Repetitive elements catch up to certain players, as shown by 5 mentions of repetition.

Who is it for?

Fans of story-driven indie horror who enjoy compact campaigns lasting under ten hours will find plenty to appreciate here.

Is Don't Drop The Cake worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 90% of 115 Steam reviews are positive (player score 84/100). Most-praised strength: The narrative pulls players in effectively, earning. Current price: 6,39€ (11% off).

Verdict

Don't Drop The Cake successfully blends unsettling horror with a compelling emotional core. Minor repetition issues hardly detract from an adventure that currently holds a Very Positive rating.

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Don't Drop The Cake: 84/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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