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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 (SP1+) Processeur : Dual Core CPU +2Ghz Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Integrated Graphics DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Any computer with at least 10-15 years old hardware can run this game

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Terminal 81

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Released July 28, 2023
sample: 286 reviews posted after launch (17 AI-classified)
95/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 97 % · 286 reviews (« Very Positive »)
4,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Most players settle into a 2‑10 hour play window, exploring the game's world at length. The title holds a Very Positive rating on Steam, with 97 % of the 286 reviews expressing approval.

What it's about: Grâce à la crise financière de 2008, Lorena a migré vers le Terminal 81 pour travailler, mais ce qui semblait être un simple quartier latino-américain, c'était une région dangereuse dominée par une organisation criminelle qui commet des meurtres, des enlèvements et du trafic d'êtres humains.

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« This game was amazing i usually hate playing horror games but this one made me less iffy about them. 10/10 recommend <3 »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2023 · 6 h played
« me and my lil sis loved this game had so much fun with the tasks but they need to fix some of the bugs .. but overall its a great game with a great story and very funny dialogues »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2023 · 16 h played
« A decent and fairly simple game that can be completed pretty quickly. Not very scary, but atmospheric enough. 6 out of 10. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 7 h played
« This Game Is Absolutely Fantastic! Nothing More Needs To Be Said, I Highly Recommend It! My Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmW9P8dclCE »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2025 · 3 h played
« why did i just bag groceries for three hours? »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2023 · 3 h played1
« You don't realise how paranoid you can be until you're in Terminal 81 »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2023 · 11 h played
« This is definitely the best game made by this developer so far. It might not be perfect, but it's quite interesting and made me want to finish the story to see what was going on. I also love that sense of exploring a creepy town at night :) »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2023 · 10 h played
« Great game for the price can get loads of game time out of it. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2024 · 4 h played

In players' words

« This game was amazing i usually hate playing horror games but this one made me less iffy about them. 10/10 recommend <3 »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2023 · 6 h played
« why did i just bag groceries for three hours? »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2023 · 3 h played1
« me and my lil sis loved this game had so much fun with the tasks but they need to fix some of the bugs .. but overall its a great game with a great story and very funny dialogues »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2023 · 16 h played
« You don't realise how paranoid you can be until you're in Terminal 81 »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2023 · 11 h played
« A decent and fairly simple game that can be completed pretty quickly. Not very scary, but atmospheric enough. 6 out of 10. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 7 h played
« This is definitely the best game made by this developer so far. It might not be perfect, but it's quite interesting and made me want to finish the story to see what was going on. I also love that sense of exploring a creepy town at night :) »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2023 · 10 h played
« This Game Is Absolutely Fantastic! Nothing More Needs To Be Said, I Highly Recommend It! My Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmW9P8dclCE »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2025 · 3 h played
« Great game for the price can get loads of game time out of it. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 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
71 % pos · n=7
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=6
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=5
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=3
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Value for money
100 % pos · n=1
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay7502
Story / writing6600
Content / longevity5500
Stability / bugs3003
Performance1100
Value for money1100
Interface / UX1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 5.5 h on median; those who dislike it: 2.6 h.

<2h
80 % (n=10)
2-10h
97 % (n=218)
10-25h
98 % (n=53)
>25h
100 % (n=5)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Jul 2023 : 95% positive95JulAug 2023 : 100% positive100AugSep 2023 : 94% positive94SepOct 2023 : 87% positive87OctNov 2023 : 100% positive100Nov

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

💶 Price history

€2.99€3.61€4.24€4.86€5.49€3.49

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 08, 2026 · All-time low: €3.49 (Aug 08, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

7,7 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 30 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 25,4 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

No indexed video for this game yet.

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Strengths

  • Story receives unanimous praise: 6 positive mentions out of 6.
  • Exploration and atmosphere surface repeatedly in the top keywords, each cited twice.
  • Content depth is highlighted positively by all 5 mentions.
  • Performance is noted positively in its sole mention, with no reported issues.
  • Price‑to‑value is praised in its single mention.

Weaknesses

  • Bugs are a clear pain point: 3 negative mentions out of 3.
  • User interface receives a negative note in its only mention.
  • Gameplay draws some criticism: 2 negative mentions out of 7.

Who is it for?

Fans of indie action‑adventure experiences who value atmospheric exploration and a tight narrative will enjoy Terminal 81; players tolerant of occasional UI quirks and bugs will still find it rewarding.

Is Terminal 81 worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 97% of 286 Steam reviews are positive (player score 95/100). Most-praised strength: Story receives unanimous praise. Current price: 4,99€.

Verdict

Terminal 81 delivers a compelling story and immersive world that resonate with most players, as reflected by its high Steam approval. While its core strengths shine, the presence of bugs and UI issues suggests that a polish patch could elevate the experience further.

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Most frequent keywords

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