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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8/8.1, 10,11 Processeur : 2.0 Ghz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 512mb Video Memory Espace disque : 800 MB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

How Much for the Body in the Freezer

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Released May 28, 2026
sample: 257 reviews posted after launch (26 AI-classified)
87/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 90 % · 257 reviews (« Very Positive »)
2,09€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Most players barely spend an hour, with 223 of the 257 reviewers logging under two hours of gameplay. The title enjoys a Very Positive rating, with 90% of post‑release reviews favorable, and the narrative draws the most praise, tallying 15 positive mentions out of 22.

What it's about: Short visual novel. An all-too-familiar story, born from an all-too-familiar motive, on an all-too-familiar street.

In-game

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« a good ~1 hours read, for the price you cant complain really about the ai use. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 3 h played
« A nice little story that is definitely worth its price. I've been immersed the whole time, the pacing is great and you never feel any "downtime" in its momentum. Give it a go! »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 2 h played
« short VN but I liked its dark tone and mood. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 1 h played
« Its aight, great buildup but the ending was a bit questionable. Music and art was great albeit AI. Would recommend if you want a quick psychological mindfuck in a bad and good way. 4.5/10 »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 3 h played
« I really liked the story and the character designs! Koi is my favorite character. Would recommend to someone who enjoys morbid visual novels! <3 »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 1 h played
« short but comfy vm, really nice read »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 1 h played
« I was curious about the style until I learned about the ai use, disappointed now. (would have preferred "worse" music and art that was still real) »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 0 h played
« I played two games by this company, only to realise they are both AI. The dialoge is written strange and there is like an em dash every three sentences. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 1 h played
« using AI for a VN is the saddest thing I have seen. god I thought it would be a short 2 hour story made by an human with his own designs,music and story. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 0 h played
« who am I kidding this game isn't worth the time and it's boring »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 2 h played
« Completely unrelated to the actual criticism of this, but managing to have this VN consisting of like 30-ish graphics, 6 music tracks, and 1 hour of text weigh half a gigabyte is impressive (derogatory). »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 2 h played
« short and the story is oddly comforting, i really liked it »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 2 h played

In players' words

« a good ~1 hours read, for the price you cant complain really about the ai use. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 3 h played
« I was curious about the style until I learned about the ai use, disappointed now. (would have preferred "worse" music and art that was still real) »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 0 h played
« A nice little story that is definitely worth its price. I've been immersed the whole time, the pacing is great and you never feel any "downtime" in its momentum. Give it a go! »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 2 h played
« I played two games by this company, only to realise they are both AI. The dialoge is written strange and there is like an em dash every three sentences. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 1 h played
« short VN but I liked its dark tone and mood. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 1 h played
« using AI for a VN is the saddest thing I have seen. god I thought it would be a short 2 hour story made by an human with his own designs,music and story. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 0 h played
« Its aight, great buildup but the ending was a bit questionable. Music and art was great albeit AI. Would recommend if you want a quick psychological mindfuck in a bad and good way. 4.5/10 »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 3 h played
« who am I kidding this game isn't worth the time and it's boring »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 2 h played
« I really liked the story and the character designs! Koi is my favorite character. Would recommend to someone who enjoys morbid visual novels! <3 »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 1 h played
« Completely unrelated to the actual criticism of this, but managing to have this VN consisting of like 30-ish graphics, 6 music tracks, and 1 hour of text weigh half a gigabyte is impressive (derogatory). »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 2 h played
« short but comfy vm, really nice read »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 1 h played
« short and the story is oddly comforting, i really liked it »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 2 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
Story / writing
68 % pos · n=22
Graphics / art
62 % pos · n=8
Audio / music
50 % pos · n=8
Content / longevity
0 % pos · n=7
Interface / UX
33 % pos · n=3
Gameplay
50 % pos · n=2
Performance
0 % pos · n=1
Value for money
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing221516
Graphics / art8503
Audio / music8404
Content / longevity7007
Interface / UX3102
Gameplay2101
Performance1001
Value for money1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 54 min on median; those who dislike it: 42 min.

🪤 96 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
89 % (n=223)
2-10h
97 % (n=29)
10-25h
100 % (n=3)
>25h
100 % (n=2)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📉 Down since launch (-18 pts) — reception has worsened
May 2026 : 100% positive100MayJun 2026 : 92% positive92JunJul 2026 : 87% positive87JulAug 2026 : 84% positive84AugSep 2026 : 88% positive88SepOct 2026 : 69% positive69Oct

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Narrative stands out: 15 positive mentions out of 22 total
  • Overall community sentiment is strong: 90% positive across 257 reviews
  • Visuals receive more praise than criticism: 5 positive vs 3 negative mentions
  • Pricing is appreciated: 1 positive mention out of 1
  • Mid‑range playtimes (2–10 h) maintain high satisfaction, 97% positive among 29 reviewers

Weaknesses

  • Content is universally criticized: 7 negative mentions, no positives
  • Performance issues are noted: 1 negative mention, no positives
  • User interface frustrates players: 2 negative vs 1 positive mention
  • Gameplay splits opinion: 1 negative and 1 positive mention, indicating mixed reception

Who is it for?

Players who prioritize story and atmosphere in indie experiences, and who don’t mind a brief playtime, will likely enjoy this game despite its technical rough edges.

Is How Much for the Body in the Freezer worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 90% of 257 Steam reviews are positive (player score 87/100). Most-praised strength: Narrative stands out. Current price: 2,09€.

Verdict

While the game’s narrative and art direction earn strong accolades, its limited content depth and performance hiccups hold it back. The very positive overall rating suggests most gamers overlook these flaws, but those seeking extensive gameplay may be disappointed.

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