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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 - 64 bit Processeur : Intel i5-8600K Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : RTX 2060 DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 26 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : SSD storage device

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 - 64 bit Processeur : i7-9700K / Ryzen 7 3700 Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : RTX 2070 / RX 5700 XT DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 26 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : SSD storage device

The 7th Guest Remake

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Released June 3, 2026
sample: 314 reviews posted after launch (158 AI-classified)
84/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 87 % · 314 reviews (« Very Positive »)
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The 7th Guest Remake isn’t just a revival—it’s a love letter to a forgotten era, with 39 mentions of nostalgia out of 100+ keywords dominating the conversation. Players aren’t just revisiting the game; they’re celebrating its legacy, even as minor friction points linger.

What it's about: The 7th Guest, le jeu emblématique, est de retour grâce à la technologie moderne, offrant une intrigue unique. Explorez un manoir inquiétant, résolvez des énigmes hallucinantes et découvrez ses sombres secrets. The 7th Guest est l'aventure de mystère ultime, réinventée pour les plateformes modernes

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« the remake, if it wasn't clear, is the VR game without needing VR. It's good, but lacking a lot of the charm of the original, plus the puzzles are WAY easier. Easier in that you might solve them accidentally on your first try. HUP HUP. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 14 h played1
« Man this game brings back memories. I still have the original CD-ROM in my collection but needed to try this as well. This remake is everything I hoped it would be awesome job devs 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 8 h played1
« This was a lot of fun! If you like escape rooms and haunted houses, this is a no-brainer. Its puzzles are a significant improvement from the original. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 6 h played1
« La fin est trop bien, j'ais adorer le jeux dans son intégralité. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 8 h played
« Fidèle (et radicalement plus beau) au matériau originel ; même si ce dernier avait infiniment plus de charme (et sortez aussi un vinyle de la BO du jeu de 93 par pitié !!!!) »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 14 h played
« Great game! Puzzle a bit easy. Can't remember if the original was harder as I was much younger. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 8 h played
« Lacks the soul and tyle of the original. The original game had difficult puzzles but they weren't inscrutable. They gave instructions that at least told you what you were trying to do. This is trash. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 1 h played11
« Get the original. Skip this bad remake. »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 0 h played1
« 3DO - CDi - SegaCD FMV FTW! BUT! Shame on you Vertigo Games: 1- No mention of Trilobyte. 2- You minimized the legendary music of The Fat Man 3- you swapped Brilliant Henry Stauf (Robert Hirschboeck) for a mediocre normie... NT. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 0 h played1
« I HAVE A BUG IN THE NURSERY THAT MAKES IT SO IM MISSING ONE OF THE DOLLS AND AS SUCH I CAN'T MOVE FORWARD »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 10 h played
« I was actually having a really fun time until the final puzzle, which is almost completely luck-based and allows your opponent to cheat, so you basically just end up spamming the space bar over and over just to get it over with. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 8 h played
« Je me replonge dans l'aventure 30 ans plus tard un vrai bonheur nostaligique. Apres peu mieux faire sur l'ambiance et le coter fantastique/ "horreur". »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 9 h played

In players' words

« the remake, if it wasn't clear, is the VR game without needing VR. It's good, but lacking a lot of the charm of the original, plus the puzzles are WAY easier. Easier in that you might solve them accidentally on your first try. HUP HUP. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 14 h played1
« Lacks the soul and tyle of the original. The original game had difficult puzzles but they weren't inscrutable. They gave instructions that at least told you what you were trying to do. This is trash. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 1 h played11
« Man this game brings back memories. I still have the original CD-ROM in my collection but needed to try this as well. This remake is everything I hoped it would be awesome job devs 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 8 h played1
« Get the original. Skip this bad remake. »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2026 · 0 h played1
« This was a lot of fun! If you like escape rooms and haunted houses, this is a no-brainer. Its puzzles are a significant improvement from the original. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 6 h played1
« 3DO - CDi - SegaCD FMV FTW! BUT! Shame on you Vertigo Games: 1- No mention of Trilobyte. 2- You minimized the legendary music of The Fat Man 3- you swapped Brilliant Henry Stauf (Robert Hirschboeck) for a mediocre normie... NT. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 0 h played1
« La fin est trop bien, j'ais adorer le jeux dans son intégralité. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 8 h played
« I HAVE A BUG IN THE NURSERY THAT MAKES IT SO IM MISSING ONE OF THE DOLLS AND AS SUCH I CAN'T MOVE FORWARD »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 10 h played
« Fidèle (et radicalement plus beau) au matériau originel ; même si ce dernier avait infiniment plus de charme (et sortez aussi un vinyle de la BO du jeu de 93 par pitié !!!!) »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 14 h played
« I was actually having a really fun time until the final puzzle, which is almost completely luck-based and allows your opponent to cheat, so you basically just end up spamming the space bar over and over just to get it over with. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 8 h played
« Great game! Puzzle a bit easy. Can't remember if the original was harder as I was much younger. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 8 h played
« Je me replonge dans l'aventure 30 ans plus tard un vrai bonheur nostaligique. Apres peu mieux faire sur l'ambiance et le coter fantastique/ "horreur". »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 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
Gameplay
72 % pos · n=120
Story / writing
84 % pos · n=85
Audio / music
77 % pos · n=44
Graphics / art
90 % pos · n=30
Content / longevity
38 % pos · n=21
Interface / UX
14 % pos · n=14
Performance
44 % pos · n=9
Stability / bugs
12 % pos · n=8
Value for money
20 % pos · n=5
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=4
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay120871320
Story / writing8571113
Audio / music4434010
Graphics / art302712
Content / longevity218112
Interface / UX142210
Performance9414
Stability / bugs8116
Value for money5104
Multiplayer4004

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 8.2 h on median; those who dislike it: 6.8 h.

<2h
57 % (n=23)
2-10h
89 % (n=180)
10-25h
89 % (n=100)
>25h
82 % (n=11)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Jun 2026 : 89% positive89JunJul 2026 : 83% positive83JulAug 2026 : 82% positive82AugSep 2026 : 96% positive96Sep

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

💶 Price history

€8.49€11.74€14.99€18.24€21.49€9.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Oct 13, 2026 · All-time low: €9.99 (Oct 28, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

6,1 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 28 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 43,9 % of players.

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Strengths

  • The **nostalgic charm** steals the show: 39 mentions of nostalgia out of the top 100 keywords, with 71 positive mentions out of 85 for the story alone. Players are drawn to the haunting atmosphere, praising its ability to evoke the original’s eerie allure.
  • Puzzles and **énigmes** (38 mentions) are the backbone of the experience, with 87 positive mentions out of 120 gameplay discussions highlighting their clever design. The challenge is engaging, not frustrating—players appreciate the mental workout.
  • Visuals and **ambiance** (33 mentions) receive near-universal acclaim, with 27 positive mentions out of 30 for graphics. The remake’s modernized aesthetic doesn’t just honor the past; it enhances it, making the setting feel fresh yet familiar.
  • The **audio design** (34 positive mentions out of 44) immerses players deeply, with soundscapes and voice acting (6 mentions) earning praise for their emotional weight. Even the smallest details, like background noises, contribute to the atmosphere.

Weaknesses

  • A handful of players report **frustration with controls** (7 mentions) and **difficulty spikes** (6 mentions), with 12 negative mentions out of 21 for content-related issues. Some puzzles feel too punishing, breaking the immersion for a minority.
  • The **UI** (10 negative mentions out of 14) is criticized for being clunky or outdated in places, with some players struggling to navigate menus or interact with objects smoothly. A small but noticeable detractor from the otherwise seamless experience.
  • Despite the high praise, **bugs** (6 negative mentions out of 8) are mentioned enough to warrant caution. While not widespread, a few players report glitches that disrupt gameplay, particularly in later acts where polish feels less refined.

Who is it for?

This remake is a must-play for fans of **classic mystery-adventure games** who crave nostalgia without sacrificing modern polish. It’s also ideal for puzzle enthusiasts who enjoy layered storytelling and atmospheric horror, though those sensitive to difficulty spikes should approach with caution.

Is The 7th Guest Remake worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 87% of 314 Steam reviews are positive (player score 84/100). Most-praised strength: The **nostalgic charm** steals the show. Current price: 19,99€.

Verdict

The 7th Guest Remake succeeds where most remakes fail—it doesn’t just preserve history; it breathes life into it. With 87% positive reviews and a near-universal adoration for its atmosphere and puzzles, it’s a triumph of revival. Minor quirks like controls and bugs don’t overshadow the experience, but they remind players that perfection is elusive even in remakes. If you’ve ever wondered what made the original so special, this is the answer.

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Most frequent keywords

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