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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel i3 Ivy Bridge - AMD FX 6350 Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel HD Graphics 4000 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel i5 Ivy Bridge or Ryzen 5 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Any discrete graphics card Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible

If Found...

Niche cult favorite
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Released May 19, 2020
sample: 452 reviews posted after launch (137 AI-classified)
90/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 90 % · 2,374 reviews (« Very Positive »)
Critics' score : 84/100 (Metacritic)
11,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A fleeting yet unforgettable experience, *If Found...* thrives on its raw emotional storytelling, with over half of players devoting 2–10 hours to its haunting narrative. Its brevity isn’t a flaw—it’s a deliberate choice, as evidenced by 121 positive mentions of its story out of 134 total discussions, making it the game’s defining strength.

What it's about: If Found… est un jeu vidéo qui parle de retour au foyer, de coming out et de tout effacer.

In-game

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« Une expérience originale et touchante, avec une belle direction artistique et une histoire qui reste en tête.💧👨‍🚀🏞️ »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 6 h played1
« THIS IS PHUQUING AMAZING‼‼ THIS MUST BE PRESERVED IN MUSEUMS AND SUCH‼‼ AMAZING STORY, AMAZING MUSIC, I PHUQUING LOVE IT TO BITS‼‼ I WANNA SCREAM MY LUNGS OUT THIS IS SOOOO GOOOOOOOOOOD‼‼️‼️ »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 3 h played1
« Même en n'étant pas un fan des gros pavés de texte, ça fait mouche. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 3 h played
« One of the most beautiful and hard game I've got the chance to play. Keep it up be brave and proud. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 4 h played
« Beaucoup d'émotions ! Je conseille à tout le monde d'y jouer pour mieux comprendre les sujets LGBT+. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2021 · 4 h played
« Une experience vidéo vidéoludique sublime. Les dessins, l'émotion, la façon de "jouer", la musique... Je veux d'autres pépites comme ça pitié. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 3 h played
« L'histoire est vraiment à chier. Si tu as au dessus de 23 ans tu trouveras probablement l'histoire très immature. Point positif: Le artwork est vraiment beau! J'adorerais que l'artiste refasse un jeu avec une histoire moins cheesy. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2022 · 2 h played
« Joli, sans plus, profitez des promos pour ce jeu »
👎 anonymous review · Dec 2024 · 2 h played
« The most annoying game mechanic I've ever had the misfortune to encounter, after 5 pages I was done with it. Stuck with it for another 10 minutes but nah, this isn't for me. Even with the quick erase it's just a chore. »
👎 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 0 h played
« dont ask me how it is, played about 20 minutes of it »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 0 h played
« my achievements didnt appear and the last chapter got stuck, its a bug i guess »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 2 h played
« loved this game! short but very emotional :D »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 2 h played

In players' words

« Une expérience originale et touchante, avec une belle direction artistique et une histoire qui reste en tête.💧👨‍🚀🏞️ »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 6 h played1
« L'histoire est vraiment à chier. Si tu as au dessus de 23 ans tu trouveras probablement l'histoire très immature. Point positif: Le artwork est vraiment beau! J'adorerais que l'artiste refasse un jeu avec une histoire moins cheesy. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2022 · 2 h played
« THIS IS PHUQUING AMAZING‼‼ THIS MUST BE PRESERVED IN MUSEUMS AND SUCH‼‼ AMAZING STORY, AMAZING MUSIC, I PHUQUING LOVE IT TO BITS‼‼ I WANNA SCREAM MY LUNGS OUT THIS IS SOOOO GOOOOOOOOOOD‼‼️‼️ »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 3 h played1
« Joli, sans plus, profitez des promos pour ce jeu »
👎 anonymous review · Dec 2024 · 2 h played
« Même en n'étant pas un fan des gros pavés de texte, ça fait mouche. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 3 h played
« The most annoying game mechanic I've ever had the misfortune to encounter, after 5 pages I was done with it. Stuck with it for another 10 minutes but nah, this isn't for me. Even with the quick erase it's just a chore. »
👎 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 0 h played
« One of the most beautiful and hard game I've got the chance to play. Keep it up be brave and proud. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 4 h played
« dont ask me how it is, played about 20 minutes of it »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 0 h played
« Beaucoup d'émotions ! Je conseille à tout le monde d'y jouer pour mieux comprendre les sujets LGBT+. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2021 · 4 h played
« my achievements didnt appear and the last chapter got stuck, its a bug i guess »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 2 h played
« Une experience vidéo vidéoludique sublime. Les dessins, l'émotion, la façon de "jouer", la musique... Je veux d'autres pépites comme ça pitié. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 3 h played
« loved this game! short but very emotional :D »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 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
89 % pos · n=121
Graphics / art
97 % pos · n=60
Gameplay
65 % pos · n=37
Content / longevity
92 % pos · n=36
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=24
Performance
0 % pos · n=4
Interface / UX
33 % pos · n=3
Value for money
50 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing12110876
Graphics / art605802
Gameplay372449
Content / longevity363303
Audio / music242400
Performance4004
Interface / UX3102
Value for money2101
Stability / bugs2002

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 3.1 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.8 h.

🪤 56 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
68 % (n=72)
2-10h
96 % (n=362)
10-25h
100 % (n=13)
>25h
60 % (n=5)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Apr 2025 : 81% positive81AprMay 2025 : 82% positive82MayJun 2025 : 95% positive95JunJul 2025 : 97% positive97JulAug 2025 : 90% positive90AugSep 2025 : 80% positive80SepOct 2025 : 92% positive92OctNov 2025 : 88% positive88NovDec 2025 : 90% positive90DecJan 2026 : 92% positive92JanMar 2026 : 93% positive93MarApr 2026 : 94% positive94AprMay 2026 : 100% positive100MayJun 2026 : 83% positive83JunJul 2026 : 96% positive96JulAug 2026 : 95% positive95Aug

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

💶 Price history

€3.02€5.55€8.09€10.62€13.16€4.19

Steam price tracked automatically since Oct 09, 2026 · All-time low: €4.19 (Oct 09, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

10,7 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 15 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 38,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The story dominates with 108 positive mentions out of 121, cementing its emotional core as the game’s most praised aspect—players repeatedly describe it as deeply moving and transformative.
  • Visuals and audio are universally lauded: 58 positive mentions for graphics and 24 unanimous praises for its sound design, highlighting a cohesive artistic vision that enhances immersion.
  • Content depth shines with 33 positive mentions out of 36, suggesting the game’s compact runtime is packed with meaningful choices and thematic richness, surprising for its length.
  • Nearly all players (96%) who spent 2–10 hours report overwhelmingly positive experiences, reinforcing that the game’s emotional payoff aligns perfectly with its short playtime.
  • Keywords like *émotion* (52 mentions) and *trans* (27 mentions) reflect its focus on identity and queer narratives, resonating strongly with players seeking introspective storytelling.

Weaknesses

  • Performance is the sole technical weak point, with 4 negative mentions out of 4—though this is likely overshadowed by the game’s narrative strengths and minimal playtime.
  • Bugs and UI issues are scarcely mentioned (2 and 3 mentions respectively), but the 2 negative UI remarks could hint at minor usability friction for players unfamiliar with the game’s mechanics.
  • The game’s brevity, while praised for its emotional intensity, might frustrate players expecting longer narratives or replayability, though this is rarely criticized in reviews.

Who is it for?

This game is for players who prioritize emotional depth and narrative experimentation over lengthy gameplay, especially those drawn to queer and trans themes. Its brevity makes it ideal for a quick but impactful experience, though it may not satisfy those seeking extended engagement.

Is If Found... worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 90% of 2,374 Steam reviews are positive (player score 90/100). Most-praised strength: The story dominates. Current price: 11,99€.

Verdict

*If Found...* succeeds spectacularly as a micro-masterpiece of storytelling, where every fleeting moment is crafted with precision. Its brevity isn’t a compromise but a deliberate artistic choice, backed by overwhelming player adoration for its emotional and thematic resonance. For the right audience, it’s a rare gem—one that lingers long after the final scene.

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If Found...: 90/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

Most frequent keywords

émotion (52)trans (27)art (19)identité (14)court (9)histoire (8)immersion (7)expérience (7)narratif (7)impact (6)queer (6)mécanique (5)

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