Gamer Reviews — c'est les joueurs qui en parlent le mieux !

Syntheses generated by statistical aggregation of player reviews.

FREN
← Back to catalog
Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10/11 64 bits Processeur : AMD Ryzen 3 3100 / Intel Core i3-10100 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1050 / RX 560 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10/11 64 bits Processeur : AMD Ryzen 5 3600 / Intel Core i5-10400 Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1060 6GB / RX 580 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible

My Beautiful Faraway, Please Don't Be Cruel To Me

Hidden gem
⚔️ Compare View on Steam ↗
Released October 13, 2026
sample: 148 reviews posted after launch (64 AI-classified)
88/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 92 % · 148 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 92% positive vs 89% overall (142 recent reviews)
10,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Puzzles weave the core experience, with 17 frequent mentions anchoring discussions. The title enjoys a Very Positive Steam rating, 92 % of 148 reviews are positive, and players who log 2–10 hours report a 94 % positivity rate.

What it's about: Une aventure mélancolique à la première personne dans un ailleurs onirique, à demi oublié. Explorez, croisez ses étranges habitants et résolvez des énigmes pour découvrir peu à peu une histoire sur la fragilité de l’existence.

In-game

Screenshot My Beautiful Faraway, Please Don't Be Cruel To MeScreenshot My Beautiful Faraway, Please Don't Be Cruel To MeScreenshot My Beautiful Faraway, Please Don't Be Cruel To MeScreenshot My Beautiful Faraway, Please Don't Be Cruel To MeScreenshot My Beautiful Faraway, Please Don't Be Cruel To MeScreenshot My Beautiful Faraway, Please Don't Be Cruel To Me
« it was a really good experience, amazing atmosphere, puzzles can be a bit frustrating but it's rewarding »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 8 h played
« Already a great game, I've followed the IG of the game for a long time and now is finally time to lay my hands upon this game. Ambiance and atmosphere are on top, crazy good. Sound design is also really immersive. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 8 h played
« Beautiful game with a Gothic aesthetic and mellow mood. However, I must say the intro pipe organ and apartment pipe organ puzzles were way too confusing. The other puzzles were fine, what was up with those 2? »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 16 h played
« Pathologic meets Silent Hill (kinda). I don’t think the puzzles were necessary here, if you ask me. Still, this is type of games I enjoy, and I look forward to other projects from this dev »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 9 h played
« A hauntingly beautiful look into loss and grief, for others and also for the self. Embodies a very particular loneliness in an extremely heavy way. I enjoyed my time with it, and never want to play it again. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 6 h played
« i felt things playing this game. what I felt i cant put into words. but at times it felt more real than the desk and screen around me. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 3 h played
« Gut wrenchingly beautiful. one of the most stunning games I've played. Thank you. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 2 h played

In players' words

« it was a really good experience, amazing atmosphere, puzzles can be a bit frustrating but it's rewarding »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 8 h played
« A hauntingly beautiful look into loss and grief, for others and also for the self. Embodies a very particular loneliness in an extremely heavy way. I enjoyed my time with it, and never want to play it again. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 6 h played
« Already a great game, I've followed the IG of the game for a long time and now is finally time to lay my hands upon this game. Ambiance and atmosphere are on top, crazy good. Sound design is also really immersive. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 8 h played
« i felt things playing this game. what I felt i cant put into words. but at times it felt more real than the desk and screen around me. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 3 h played
« Beautiful game with a Gothic aesthetic and mellow mood. However, I must say the intro pipe organ and apartment pipe organ puzzles were way too confusing. The other puzzles were fine, what was up with those 2? »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 16 h played
« Gut wrenchingly beautiful. one of the most stunning games I've played. Thank you. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 2 h played
« Pathologic meets Silent Hill (kinda). I don’t think the puzzles were necessary here, if you ask me. Still, this is type of games I enjoy, and I look forward to other projects from this dev »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 9 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
90 % pos · n=42
Gameplay
69 % pos · n=35
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=25
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=24
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=1
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing423822
Gameplay352465
Audio / music252500
Graphics / art242400
Content / longevity1100
Stability / bugs1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 6.3 h on median; those who dislike it: 4.2 h.

<2h
67 % (n=12)
2-10h
94 % (n=110)
10-25h
96 % (n=25)
>25h
100 % (n=1)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

11,3 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 18 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 25,4 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

This game on Twitch

Strengths

  • Story resonates deeply – 38 positive mentions out of 42 total
  • Graphics receive unanimous praise – 24 positive mentions out of 24
  • Audio scores perfect – 25 positive mentions out of 25
  • Atmospheric design is a recurring theme, appearing in 13 keyword mentions
  • Mid‑range play sessions (2‑10 h) are especially well‑received, with 94 % positivity among 110 reviewers

Weaknesses

  • Gameplay draws mixed feedback – 5 negative and 6 mixed mentions out of 35
  • A solitary bug report registers a negative note (1 negative mention)
  • Overall content depth is questioned, with only 1 content mention (all positive)
  • Some players note occasional performance hitches, hinted by the lone bug comment

Who is it for?

Players who savor narrative‑driven indie adventures, love atmospheric puzzles and appreciate handcrafted art and sound will find this game compelling. Those seeking extensive content or flawless performance may be less satisfied.

Is My Beautiful Faraway, Please Don't Be Cruel To Me worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 92% of 148 Steam reviews are positive (player score 88/100). Most-praised strength: Story resonates deeply. Current price: 10,99€.

Verdict

My Beautiful Faraway, Please Don't Be Cruel To Me delivers a tightly crafted experience that shines in story, visuals and audio, backed by overwhelmingly positive feedback. While gameplay consistency and content breadth show minor cracks, the game's charm and puzzle design more than compensate, making it a strong recommendation for fans of atmospheric indie adventures.

Display this score

This game's player score, as a badge you can embed on your site or page.

Show the badge and the embed code
My Beautiful Faraway, Please Don't Be Cruel To Me: 88/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

Most frequent keywords

puzzles (17)atmosphere (13)enigmes (10)immersion (4)art (4)reflexion (3)ambiance (3)exploration (3)atmosphère (3)chef-d-oeuvre (2)emouvant (2)triste (2)

Similar games