Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (64-bit) Processeur : Intel Core i3-2100 / AMD FX-4300 or equivalent Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 750 / AMD Radeon R7 260 or equivalent DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (64-bit) Processeur : Intel Core i5-3470 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 or equivalent Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 1050 / AMD Radeon RX 560 or equivalent DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible
THE WELL IS NOT EMPTY
The game's crushing horror atmosphere steals the spotlight, surfacing in 35 keyword mentions. Since launch, 127 Steam users have rated it Very Positive, with 91 % of them giving a thumbs‑up.
What it's about: The well has gone dry. It's up to you to find out why. Traverse through abandoned tunnels. Discover remnants of a ritual never meant to be seen. Power dying machinery to bring light into darkness. Dig into broken earth and crawl your way out. Down here you’re not exploring... you're trespassing.
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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 | 39 | 30 | 6 | 3 |
| Story / writing | 23 | 12 | 3 | 8 |
| Graphics / art | 20 | 19 | 1 | 0 |
| Audio / music | 19 | 16 | 1 | 2 |
| Content / longevity | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Value for money | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Performance | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Stability / bugs | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interface / UX | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 2.2 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.9 h.
🪤 50 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 8 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 53,8 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Stunning visuals earn 19 positive mentions out of 20 (95 % positive)
- Smooth performance recorded 3 positive mentions out of 3 (100 % positive)
- Core gameplay praised with 30 positive mentions out of 39 (77 % positive)
- Atmospheric audio receives 16 positive mentions out of 19 (84 % positive)
- Extra content is well‑received: 8 positive mentions out of 10 (80 % positive)
Weaknesses
- Story draws criticism, with 8 negative mentions out of 23 (35 % negative)
- Price perceived as high by 1 out of 4 reviewers (25 % negative)
- User interface frustrates the sole reviewer who mentioned it (100 % negative)
Who is it for?
Fans of horror‑driven action‑adventure games who enjoy striking graphics and a tight, atmospheric experience will feel right at home, especially those who prefer shorter play sessions of under two hours. Players seeking deep narrative depth or a polished UI may be less satisfied.
Is THE WELL IS NOT EMPTY worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 91% of 127 Steam reviews are positive (player score 86/100). Most-praised strength: Stunning visuals earn. Current price: 9,22€ (10% off).
Verdict
THE WELL IS NOT EMPTY delivers a visually impressive, horror‑laden adventure that resonates strongly with its audience, as reflected by a 91 % positive Steam rating. While gameplay and performance shine, the story and interface leave room for improvement. Overall, it stands as a compelling, if imperfect, title for horror enthusiasts.
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