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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 SP1 64 bit or newer Processeur : Intel i5-4590 equivalent or greater Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 970 / AMD Radeon R9 290 or greater Espace disque : 916.29 MB d'espace disque disponible Prise en charge VR: SteamVR or Oculus PC Notes supplémentaires : Requires VR Headset

I Expect You To Die

Niche cult favorite
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Released April 25, 2017
sample: 470 reviews posted after launch (157 AI-classified)
92/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 95 % · 2,778 reviews (« Very Positive »)
Critics' score : 77/100 (Metacritic) · players are more enthusiastic than critics (+15)
22,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Stepping into the shoes of a secret agent brings intense puzzle-solving that keeps players hooked, with 349 positive mentions out of the 2-to-10-hour playtime bracket. Overall, the game maintains a stellar 95 percent positive rating across 2,778 total reviews, showing enduring appeal since launch.

What it's about: Mettez à l'épreuve votre ingéniosité dans cet escape game en réalité virtuelle. Incarnez un agent secret doté de pouvoirs télékinétiques dans une mission visant à mettre fin aux agissements de Zoraxis, une organisation maléfique cherchant à dominer le monde.

In-game

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« Sadly still one of the best VR games »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2024 · 5 h played2
« The Terminator 1 of VR games. It's good in its own right, but really you're playing it just to get to the sequels »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2024 · 4 h played1
« I played this game on a different platform but its really great, ofc the best parts are the cigars. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 0 h played1
« Très bon jeu VR, vivement le 2. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2021 · 5 h played
« Un très bon jeu de réflexion dans l'univers de l'espionnage. Les missions sont fun et variées :) »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2020 · 2 h played
« James bond-to-die-the-first-time »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 9 h played
« its good but only when on sail for like 10 bucks or less but if you like puzzel games you might injoy it »
👎 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 4 h played2
« Can't overstate how mortified I was when I closed this and found that I had gone just over two hours. Perfunctory puzzles, absolutely no laughs. What I imagine going to an escape room by yourself is like. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2024 · 4 h played2
« Le jeu ne fonctionne pas sur HTC Cosmos. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2023 · 0 h played
« Peut-être que c'est bien mais les contrôles sont inutilisables avec Oculus Quest »
👎 anonymous review · Feb 2021 · 0 h played
« This game is really cool and funny but it's really short so I *personally* do not think it's worth the money. In itself it's fun tho. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 2 h played
« jeu fini, très bien, même s'il faut aimé recommencer plusieurs fois les même scènes jusqu'a trouver la solution. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2024 · 4 h played

In players' words

« Sadly still one of the best VR games »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2024 · 5 h played2
« its good but only when on sail for like 10 bucks or less but if you like puzzel games you might injoy it »
👎 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 4 h played2
« The Terminator 1 of VR games. It's good in its own right, but really you're playing it just to get to the sequels »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2024 · 4 h played1
« Can't overstate how mortified I was when I closed this and found that I had gone just over two hours. Perfunctory puzzles, absolutely no laughs. What I imagine going to an escape room by yourself is like. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2024 · 4 h played2
« I played this game on a different platform but its really great, ofc the best parts are the cigars. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 0 h played1
« Le jeu ne fonctionne pas sur HTC Cosmos. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2023 · 0 h played
« Très bon jeu VR, vivement le 2. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2021 · 5 h played
« Peut-être que c'est bien mais les contrôles sont inutilisables avec Oculus Quest »
👎 anonymous review · Feb 2021 · 0 h played
« Un très bon jeu de réflexion dans l'univers de l'espionnage. Les missions sont fun et variées :) »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2020 · 2 h played
« This game is really cool and funny but it's really short so I *personally* do not think it's worth the money. In itself it's fun tho. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 2 h played
« James bond-to-die-the-first-time »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 9 h played
« jeu fini, très bien, même s'il faut aimé recommencer plusieurs fois les même scènes jusqu'a trouver la solution. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2024 · 4 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
81 % pos · n=122
Story / writing
97 % pos · n=37
Content / longevity
68 % pos · n=37
Audio / music
95 % pos · n=20
Graphics / art
94 % pos · n=17
Value for money
46 % pos · n=13
Performance
83 % pos · n=6
Stability / bugs
25 % pos · n=4
Interface / UX
67 % pos · n=3
Multiplayer
67 % pos · n=3
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay12299716
Story / writing373610
Content / longevity3725012
Audio / music201901
Graphics / art171601
Value for money13607
Performance6501
Stability / bugs4103
Interface / UX3201
Multiplayer3201

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 5.9 h on median; those who dislike it: 2.2 h.

🪤 42 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
61 % (n=33)
2-10h
95 % (n=349)
10-25h
99 % (n=81)
>25h
100 % (n=7)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Dec 2023 : 100% positive100DecJan 2024 : 91% positive91JanMar 2024 : 87% positive87MarJun 2024 : 93% positive93JunJul 2024 : 81% positive81JulOct 2024 : 87% positive87OctDec 2024 : 89% positive89DecAug 2025 : 94% positive94AugSep 2025 : 100% positive100Sep

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

💶 Price history

€9.77€13.50€17.24€20.97€24.71€11.49

Steam price tracked automatically since Sep 14, 2026 · All-time low: €11.49 (Sep 14, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

2,3 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 11 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 40,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Core mechanics shine brightly, gathering 99 positive mentions out of 122 total gameplay notes.
  • The espionage atmosphere delivers, supported by 36 positive mentions out of 37 regarding the story.
  • Audio design hits the right notes with 19 positive mentions out of 20.
  • Visuals impress players, registering 16 positive mentions out of 17 for graphics.

Weaknesses

  • Volume and longevity draw criticism, with 12 negative mentions out of 37 regarding content.
  • Pricing concerns appear in 7 negative mentions out of 13.
  • Certain gameplay loops cause frustration, contributing to 16 negative mentions out of 122 in that category.

Who is it for?

Virtual reality enthusiasts looking for clever, seated puzzle rooms with a spy theme will find a thoroughly entertaining experience here.

Is I Expect You To Die worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 95% of 2,778 Steam reviews are positive (player score 92/100). Most-praised strength: Core mechanics shine brightly, gathering. Current price: 22,99€.

Verdict

With a strong 93 percent approval rating across 470 post-release reviews, this VR adventure proves its staying power. While some agents wish for a longer mission, the brilliant execution of espionage puzzles easily justifies stepping into the field.

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