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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 x64 Processeur : 2.2 GHz Dual Core CPU Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1050 or equivalent Espace disque : 1600 MB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Not entirely accurate, we are too broke to test. Sorry.

Employee of The Month

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Released September 21, 2022
sample: 185 reviews posted after launch (102 AI-classified)
93/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 185 reviews (« Very Positive »)
9,99€ 4,99€ -50%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A short horror-comedy adventure that keeps players engaged past the two-hour mark. With 96% positive reviews across 185 total, the game's blend of humor and horror resonates strongly, and playtime correlates with appreciation: 98% positive among those with 2–10 hours and 100% among the 18 players who exceeded 25 hours.

What it's about: An atmospheric retro inspired survival horror game. Enjoy the late shift at 'The Month' in an abstract and unsettling night of terror, spooks and convenience.

In-game

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« The best game since sliced breb. This review was sponsored by Speedman Weedman. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2022 · 8 h played111
« I love the part where he says “What are we, some sort of Employee of The Month?” »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2022 · 1 h played11
« I can still hear the phone ringing in my sleep »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2022 · 11 h played1
« Very nice. Can't wait to play this on my Steam Deck! »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2022 · 2 h played1
« One of the best games I've ever played in my entire life. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 10 h played2
« Puppet Combo has irreversibly damaged the low-poly survival horror genre. Employee of the Month convinced me it can still be saved. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2023 · 6 h played
« Restarting over and over isn't interesting »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 2 h played
« This game pacing is very slow and feels like your working on a real convenience store. Fun but boring at the same time »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2024 · 12 h played
« There is a good game underneath, but it's incredibly repetitive, should of been a fraction of it's length. »
👎 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 0 h played
« https://youtu.be/D8VjUrV4Uy8 Standard make work horror game that is more invested in it's own vignettes than a cohesive story. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 0 h played
« Slipped on an Ice cube and died Died of Lung deletion Died of trying to go home 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2022 · 10 h played1

In players' words

« The best game since sliced breb. This review was sponsored by Speedman Weedman. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2022 · 8 h played111
« Restarting over and over isn't interesting »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 2 h played
« I love the part where he says “What are we, some sort of Employee of The Month?” »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2022 · 1 h played11
« This game pacing is very slow and feels like your working on a real convenience store. Fun but boring at the same time »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2024 · 12 h played
« I can still hear the phone ringing in my sleep »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2022 · 11 h played1
« There is a good game underneath, but it's incredibly repetitive, should of been a fraction of it's length. »
👎 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 0 h played
« Very nice. Can't wait to play this on my Steam Deck! »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2022 · 2 h played1
« https://youtu.be/D8VjUrV4Uy8 Standard make work horror game that is more invested in it's own vignettes than a cohesive story. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 0 h played
« One of the best games I've ever played in my entire life. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 10 h played2
« Slipped on an Ice cube and died Died of Lung deletion Died of trying to go home 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2022 · 10 h played1
« Puppet Combo has irreversibly damaged the low-poly survival horror genre. Employee of the Month convinced me it can still be saved. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2023 · 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
91 % pos · n=66
Story / writing
97 % pos · n=34
Content / longevity
95 % pos · n=20
Graphics / art
92 % pos · n=13
Value for money
100 % pos · n=7
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=4
Stability / bugs
33 % pos · n=3
Performance
50 % pos · n=2
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay666015
Story / writing343301
Content / longevity201901
Graphics / art131201
Value for money7700
Audio / music4400
Stability / bugs3111
Performance2101
Interface / UX1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 7.5 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.5 h.

🪤 62 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
75 % (n=20)
2-10h
98 % (n=101)
10-25h
98 % (n=46)
>25h
100 % (n=18)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

2 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 33 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 11,8 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

No indexed video for this game yet.

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Strengths

  • Gameplay shines: 60 of 66 mentions are positive, highlighting fun mechanics and clever design.
  • Storytelling excels: 33 of 34 story mentions are positive, with a narrative that mixes horror and comedy effectively.
  • Atmosphere and humor are frequent praise points, appearing in 17 keyword mentions each, reinforcing the game's distinctive tone.
  • Content depth satisfies: 19 of 20 content mentions are positive, and replayability is noted in 4 mentions.
  • Value for money is strong: all 7 price mentions are positive, making it a worthwhile purchase.

Weaknesses

  • Performance is a minor concern: only 1 of 2 mentions is positive, with the other negative.
  • Bugs are occasionally reported: 1 positive, 1 negative, and 1 mixed out of 3 mentions, so polish could be improved.
  • UI receives mixed feedback, with the sole mention being mixed, suggesting some interface friction.

Who is it for?

This game is ideal for players who enjoy short, story-driven horror-comedy adventures with strong atmosphere and replay value. It suits those who prefer a focused experience that rewards longer play sessions, as satisfaction rises with time invested.

Is Employee of The Month worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 96% of 185 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay shines. Current price: 4,99€ (50% off).

Verdict

Employee of the Month delivers a memorable blend of scares and laughs, backed by overwhelmingly positive player feedback. While minor technical hiccups exist, the core experience is so engaging that most players overlook them. It's a hidden gem for genre fans, especially given its high praise across all playtime brackets.

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