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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP and later Processeur : 2 GHz Mémoire vive : 2048 MB de mémoire Graphiques : OpenGL 2.0+ or DirectX 9.0c compatible GPU Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible

Upwards, Rain! The Post Office of Farewells

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Released July 1, 2025
sample: 156 reviews posted after launch (112 AI-classified)
95/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 98 % · 157 reviews (« Very Positive »)
7,79€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Tearful letters delivered upward through an overcast sky form the beating heart of this journey, with players sinking comfortably into the 2 to 10-hour bracket across 132 reviews. Out of 156 post-release evaluations, 98 percent shine bright, anchored by a poignant narrative that leaves few unaffected.

What it's about: Deciding to break protocol to lend a helping wing, Rain, a flighty little courier takes a skittish girl by the name of Mila on an adventure through the inner workings of a mysterious post office. Together, they search for a letter containing the last words of someone who seemingly never existed.

In-game

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« [i]Upwards, Rain![/i] is a short and sweet visual novel with great world-building and a very fun cast of characters. Would recommend. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 7 h played1
« you simply have to buy this. it's short, it's sweet, it's less than $10, and i'll remember it forever. if you're the kind of person who went back to the ruins at the end of the true pacifist route in undertale, you'll like this. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 3 h played
« I wept. 10/10 would give myself amnesia to be able to experience it all over again. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 3 h played
« A short and beautifull game, perfect for when you feel down and need a little lift up »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2026 · 2 h played
« cute bird goes above and beyond to give excellent customer service »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 5 h played1
« This game reached to my heart so much... its been years since i last cried like this I loved this game on all of its aspects, i think i'll forever keep this game on my heart, thank you so much to all the people that worked on this game »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 5 h played
« perfect ! everything about this game is just perfect ! i wasn't expecting it would make me cry extremely hard but it did very short but also very wholesome and sweet, i can't recommend it enough »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 3 h played

In players' words

« [i]Upwards, Rain![/i] is a short and sweet visual novel with great world-building and a very fun cast of characters. Would recommend. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 7 h played1
« cute bird goes above and beyond to give excellent customer service »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 5 h played1
« you simply have to buy this. it's short, it's sweet, it's less than $10, and i'll remember it forever. if you're the kind of person who went back to the ruins at the end of the true pacifist route in undertale, you'll like this. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 3 h played
« This game reached to my heart so much... its been years since i last cried like this I loved this game on all of its aspects, i think i'll forever keep this game on my heart, thank you so much to all the people that worked on this game »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 5 h played
« I wept. 10/10 would give myself amnesia to be able to experience it all over again. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 3 h played
« perfect ! everything about this game is just perfect ! i wasn't expecting it would make me cry extremely hard but it did very short but also very wholesome and sweet, i can't recommend it enough »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 3 h played
« A short and beautifull game, perfect for when you feel down and need a little lift up »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2026 · 2 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
Story / writing
99 % pos · n=97
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=49
Audio / music
84 % pos · n=43
Gameplay
89 % pos · n=38
Content / longevity
68 % pos · n=22
Value for money
100 % pos · n=11
Interface / UX
50 % pos · n=4
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing979601
Graphics / art494900
Audio / music433625
Gameplay383413
Content / longevity221507
Value for money111100
Interface / UX4202
Performance1100

Positive reviews by playtime

<2h
81 % (n=16)
2-10h
100 % (n=132)
10-25h
100 % (n=8)

💶 Price history

€3.31€4.57€5.84€7.10€8.37€3.89

Steam price tracked automatically since Oct 11, 2026 · All-time low: €3.89 (Oct 11, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

19,9 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 9 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 49,4 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The narrative dominates heartfelt praise, capturing 96 positive mentions out of 97 total notes on the story.
  • Visuals captivate across the board, securing 49 positive mentions out of 49 for its art direction.
  • Audio strikes the right chord for most, delivering 36 positive mentions out of 43 regarding the soundscape.
  • Core mechanics feel rewarding, backed by 34 positive mentions out of 38 concerning gameplay.

Weaknesses

  • Audio implementation meets friction occasionally, drawing 5 negative mentions out of 43.
  • Content volume leaves some wanting more, registering 7 negative mentions out of 22.

Who is it for?

Narrative adventurers and cozy gamers looking for a short, heartfelt narrative experience that fits neatly into an evening or two.

Is Upwards, Rain! The Post Office of Farewells worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 98% of 157 Steam reviews are positive (player score 95/100). Most-praised strength: The narrative dominates heartfelt praise, capturing. Current price: 7,79€.

Verdict

Upwards, Rain! The Post Office of Farewells delivers an overwhelmingly touching journey, reflected in its stellar 98 percent post-release score across 156 reviews. Despite minor grumbles regarding its brevity and audio mixing, its emotional delivery makes it a journey worth taking.

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