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Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 or newer, 64-bit Processeur : Intel Core i3-6100 / AMD FX-8350 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1050/ AMD RX 560 DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 8 GB d'espace disque disponible

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Uncover the Smoking Gun

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Released June 23, 2024
sample: 400 reviews posted after launch (35 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 450 reviews (« Very Positive »)
Critics' score : 80/100 (Metacritic) · players are more enthusiastic than critics (+14)
19,99€ 11,99€ -40%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Sleuths are spending up to 25 hours interrogating robotic suspects and digging through digital archives. This investigative loop drives a 96 percent positive rating across 400 sampled reviews, backed by 389 satisfied players in the core playtime brackets.

What it's about: Plongez dans "Uncover the Smoking Gun", une aventure de détective immersive. Trouvez des indices et examinez les preuves. Parlez aux suspects, où même les détails insignifiants révèlent la vérité. Les informations deviennent des révélations surprenantes. Prêt à résoudre le mystère ?

In-game

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« Great game! If you liked Obra Dinn or Golden Idol, you will like this game. More gameplay here: https://youtu.be/YEKBAmfG61g »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2024 · 7 h played1
« This game is the best example of utilizing AI chat mechanic in gaming. And it works perfectly with Immersive story. I became a fan of ReLU Games after playing this game. Looking forward to the next game produced by this studio. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2024 · 12 h played
« Way more intriguing than I thought. Also the cases sometimes made me sad a bit. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2024 · 2 h played
« The Game is a bit short however it is probably one of my favorite games in the entirety of steam. I don't want to give any spoilers but every single level has something unexpected happen in it. 9.5 out of 10 »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2025 · 9 h played
« Good attempt, but still not it »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2025 · 10 h played
« 존나 재밌음. 가면 갈수록 스토리가 충격적임. 이런 충격 오랜만이라 너무 신선하고 재밌었음ㅋㅋ 추리물이라 생각했는데 정통적인 추리물은 아님. 그냥 적당히 추리해서 정답입력하면 됨. 재밌는건 정답은 밝혀도 사건의 진상은 한번도 제대로 못맞춤ㅋㅋㅋ 정답맞히면 알아서 진상을 이야기 해주는데 ㄹㅇ 갈수록 충격적임. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2024 · 10 h played
« 5시간 정도 게임을 플레이 해본결과 2만원 이상의 가격이 아깝지 않았으며, 몰입도고 좋은 게임이였다고 생각한다. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2024 · 5 h played
« It's great.................................................................................................................................. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2025 · 22 h played

In players' words

« Great game! If you liked Obra Dinn or Golden Idol, you will like this game. More gameplay here: https://youtu.be/YEKBAmfG61g »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2024 · 7 h played1
« Good attempt, but still not it »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2025 · 10 h played
« This game is the best example of utilizing AI chat mechanic in gaming. And it works perfectly with Immersive story. I became a fan of ReLU Games after playing this game. Looking forward to the next game produced by this studio. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2024 · 12 h played
« 존나 재밌음. 가면 갈수록 스토리가 충격적임. 이런 충격 오랜만이라 너무 신선하고 재밌었음ㅋㅋ 추리물이라 생각했는데 정통적인 추리물은 아님. 그냥 적당히 추리해서 정답입력하면 됨. 재밌는건 정답은 밝혀도 사건의 진상은 한번도 제대로 못맞춤ㅋㅋㅋ 정답맞히면 알아서 진상을 이야기 해주는데 ㄹㅇ 갈수록 충격적임. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2024 · 10 h played
« Way more intriguing than I thought. Also the cases sometimes made me sad a bit. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2024 · 2 h played
« 5시간 정도 게임을 플레이 해본결과 2만원 이상의 가격이 아깝지 않았으며, 몰입도고 좋은 게임이였다고 생각한다. »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2024 · 5 h played
« The Game is a bit short however it is probably one of my favorite games in the entirety of steam. I don't want to give any spoilers but every single level has something unexpected happen in it. 9.5 out of 10 »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2025 · 9 h played
« It's great.................................................................................................................................. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2025 · 22 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
76 % pos · n=29
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=14
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=4
Content / longevity
75 % pos · n=4
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=4
Audio / music
67 % pos · n=3
Value for money
33 % pos · n=3
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay292216
Story / writing141400
Graphics / art4400
Content / longevity4301
Stability / bugs4004
Audio / music3201
Value for money3102

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 9.9 h on median; those who dislike it: 7.4 h.

<2h
91 % (n=11)
2-10h
96 % (n=190)
10-25h
97 % (n=181)
>25h
89 % (n=18)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Jun 2024 : 96% positive96JunJul 2024 : 96% positive96JulAug 2024 : 96% positive96AugSep 2024 : 98% positive98SepOct 2024 : 100% positive100OctNov 2024 : 100% positive100NovDec 2024 : 94% positive94DecJul 2025 : 88% positive88Jul

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

5,9 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 40 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 47,2 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The narrative structure hits the mark with 14 positive mentions out of 14 dedicated to the story.
  • Investigation mechanics and AI interactions drive engagement, supported by 22 positive mentions out of 29 in the gameplay category.
  • Visual presentation satisfies players, gathering 4 positive mentions out of 4 for graphics.
  • Dedication is clear as 181 players logged between 10 and 25 hours with a 97 percent satisfaction rate.

Weaknesses

  • Technical stability needs attention, marked by 4 negative mentions out of 4 concerning bugs.
  • Pricing generates friction among a small group, with 2 negative mentions out of 3 regarding the cost.

Who is it for?

Deduction enthusiasts and mystery solvers who enjoy examining digital evidence and questioning AI suspects.

Is Uncover the Smoking Gun worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 96% of 450 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: The narrative structure hits the mark. Current price: 11,99€ (40% off).

Verdict

Uncover the Smoking Gun delivers a compelling investigative adventure that keeps sleuths hooked for hours despite minor technical hiccups. With 96 percent of post-release reviews leaning positive, it stands as a rewarding title for narrative-driven puzzle fans.

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