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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 SP1+ Processeur : SSE2 instruction set support Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Graphics card with DX10 (shader model 4.0) capabilities DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible

Smile For Me

Niche cult favorite
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Released May 31, 2019
sample: 414 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 2,975 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
12,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The whimsical art style and clever puzzles keep most play sessions under 10 hours. Steam users have rated it Overwhelmingly Positive, with 96 % of 2,975 reviews favorable and 95 % of the post‑release sample still positive.

What it's about: A heartbroken clown, wayward souls, and juicy mechanical lips. As “The Big Event" draws near, help the troubled residents of the Habitat and de-mask the mysterious Doctor Habit... before it's too late.

In-game

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« THIS GAME. IS SO AMAZING. HI. BEAUTIFUL ART. BEAUTIFUL GAMEPLAY. AMAZING FUN CHARACTERS. YEAH HI. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 13 h played11
« c'est peut être tout simplement le meilleur jeu du monde »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2024 · 9 h played
« Un très bon jeu!! Les partis pris artistiques (et plus particulièrement graphiques) vraiment radicaux super originaux, vraiment c'est super agréable à jouer et à regarder! »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2019 · 11 h played
« Petit jeu sympa avec une traduction très compétente »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 5 h played
« Petit jeu sympa pour l'ambiance. Je dois avouer que les enigmes, j'ai fait avec soluce. »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 3 h played
« If you like kissing plant and gay men, this game is for you »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 6 h played
« Mon dieu que ce jeu m'angoisse. J'ai fait 2 jours mais je m'arrête là, je trouve le choix de graphismes horrible et les vidéos de transition extrêmement malaisantes... »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2024 · 0 h played
« [SPOILER] I hate how the game shames me for shoving the guy down the balcony he drugged me and yanked my teeth out. ♥♥♥♥ that guy. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2025 · 1 h played
« this game get 99% review but for me is just boring and bad 6/10 »
👎 anonymous review · Feb 2025 · 8 h played
« It's alright. Not really good, not that bad either. But would I recommend it? No... it's *very* niche. »
👎 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 12 h played
« A weird bug makes it unplayable. thanks for stealing my money :) »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 2 h played
« Un style de jeu unique, à la fois mignon et engoissant. Il s'agit d'un jeu de quêtes avec des personnages 2D. Un style graphique aussi unique que celui de Cuphead.^^ »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 7 h played

In players' words

« THIS GAME. IS SO AMAZING. HI. BEAUTIFUL ART. BEAUTIFUL GAMEPLAY. AMAZING FUN CHARACTERS. YEAH HI. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 13 h played11
« Mon dieu que ce jeu m'angoisse. J'ai fait 2 jours mais je m'arrête là, je trouve le choix de graphismes horrible et les vidéos de transition extrêmement malaisantes... »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2024 · 0 h played
« c'est peut être tout simplement le meilleur jeu du monde »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2024 · 9 h played
« [SPOILER] I hate how the game shames me for shoving the guy down the balcony he drugged me and yanked my teeth out. ♥♥♥♥ that guy. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2025 · 1 h played
« Un très bon jeu!! Les partis pris artistiques (et plus particulièrement graphiques) vraiment radicaux super originaux, vraiment c'est super agréable à jouer et à regarder! »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2019 · 11 h played
« this game get 99% review but for me is just boring and bad 6/10 »
👎 anonymous review · Feb 2025 · 8 h played
« Petit jeu sympa avec une traduction très compétente »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 5 h played
« It's alright. Not really good, not that bad either. But would I recommend it? No... it's *very* niche. »
👎 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 12 h played
« Petit jeu sympa pour l'ambiance. Je dois avouer que les enigmes, j'ai fait avec soluce. »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2026 · 3 h played
« A weird bug makes it unplayable. thanks for stealing my money :) »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 2 h played
« If you like kissing plant and gay men, this game is for you »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 6 h played
« Un style de jeu unique, à la fois mignon et engoissant. Il s'agit d'un jeu de quêtes avec des personnages 2D. Un style graphique aussi unique que celui de Cuphead.^^ »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 7 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
80 % pos · n=103
Story / writing
94 % pos · n=93
Graphics / art
98 % pos · n=89
Audio / music
96 % pos · n=26
Interface / UX
33 % pos · n=12
Content / longevity
78 % pos · n=9
Value for money
100 % pos · n=3
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay103821011
Story / writing938715
Graphics / art898702
Audio / music262510
Interface / UX12408
Content / longevity9702
Value for money3300
Stability / bugs2002
Multiplayer1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 5.9 h on median; those who dislike it: 3.8 h.

<2h
64 % (n=14)
2-10h
95 % (n=329)
10-25h
98 % (n=61)
>25h
100 % (n=10)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Nov 2024 : 100% positive100NovDec 2024 : 97% positive97DecJan 2025 : 93% positive93JanFeb 2025 : 94% positive94FebMar 2025 : 87% positive87MarApr 2025 : 100% positive100AprMay 2025 : 94% positive94MayJul 2025 : 94% positive94JulAug 2025 : 94% positive94AugSep 2025 : 88% positive88SepNov 2025 : 91% positive91NovDec 2025 : 94% positive94DecJan 2026 : 96% positive96JanMar 2026 : 100% positive100MarApr 2026 : 100% positive100AprJun 2026 : 100% positive100Jun

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

💶 Price history

€8.45€9.74€11.04€12.33€13.63€9.09

Steam price tracked automatically since Jul 26, 2026 · All-time low: €9.09 (Aug 03, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

19,9 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 24 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 40,4 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Graphics earn 87 positive mentions out of 89 total, with only 2 negative comments.
  • Story receives 87 positive mentions out of 93, and just 5 negatives.
  • Gameplay gathers 82 positive mentions out of 103, while 11 criticisms are outweighed by the praise.
  • Audio is praised with 25 positive mentions out of 26, showing almost unanimous approval.

Weaknesses

  • UI attracts 8 negative mentions out of 12 total, indicating usability friction.
  • Bugs are noted in 2 negative mentions out of 2, highlighting technical issues despite the small sample.
  • Content variety draws 2 negative mentions out of 9, suggesting limited depth for some players.

Who is it for?

Ideal for fans of indie adventure titles who enjoy artful visuals, humor, and puzzle‑centric gameplay, especially those looking for a concise experience under ten hours.

Is Smile For Me worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 96% of 2,975 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Graphics earn. Current price: 12,99€.

Verdict

Smile For Me delivers a charming, puzzle‑rich adventure that resonates strongly with its audience, as reflected by its high Steam approval. While the core experience shines, occasional UI hiccups and bugs temper the perfection. Overall, the strengths far outweigh the flaws, making it a solid pick for players seeking a short, aesthetically delightful indie game.

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Smile For Me: 94/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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