Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : 1.7 GHz Dual Core Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel HD Graphics 3000 DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires
The Case of the Golden Idol
The puzzle‑driven mystery at the heart of The Case of the Golden Idol keeps players engaged for hours. Steam users rate it Overwhelmingly Positive, with 98% overall approval and 96% positive feedback since launch.
What it's about: A new kind of detective game that allows you to think and investigate freely. Discover clues surrounding 12 strange and gruesome deaths and build your own theory. Pick your suspect, deduce the motive, unmask the awful truth.
In-game
In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 164 | 144 | 9 | 11 |
| Story / writing | 86 | 80 | 2 | 4 |
| Graphics / art | 28 | 25 | 2 | 1 |
| Audio / music | 15 | 11 | 1 | 3 |
| Value for money | 13 | 7 | 1 | 5 |
| Content / longevity | 10 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| Stability / bugs | 7 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Interface / UX | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Performance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Multiplayer | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 10 h on median; those who dislike it: 7.2 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Oct 13, 2022 · All-time low: €8.09 (Mar 11, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 17 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 67,6 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Gameplay shines: 144 positive mentions out of 164 total
- Story receives strong praise: 80 positive mentions out of 86
- Graphics are well‑received: 25 positive mentions out of 28
- Frequent keywords such as "déduction" (25 mentions) and "énigmes" (17 mentions) highlight the game's strong puzzle focus
- Most players (239) spend 2‑10 hours with a 94% positive rate, indicating solid mid‑length engagement
Weaknesses
- Performance issues appear in 1 negative mention out of 1 total
- Bugs attract 6 negative mentions out of 7
- User interface is criticized in all 4 mentions, all negative
- Price draws mixed sentiment, with 5 negative mentions out of 13
Who is it for?
Ideal for fans of narrative‑driven adventure games who enjoy solving logical puzzles and unraveling mysteries. Players who value polished performance may need to temper expectations.
Is The Case of the Golden Idol worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 98% of 10,767 Steam reviews are positive (player score 96/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay shines. Current price: 17,99€.
Verdict
The Case of the Golden Idol delivers a compelling puzzle adventure that resonates strongly with its audience, as reflected by its near‑perfect Steam rating. While its story, gameplay, and visual style are widely praised, occasional performance hiccups and UI quirks prevent a flawless experience. Overall, it stands out as a top‑tier indie adventure for puzzle enthusiasts.
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