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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel i5-9600K / AMD Ryzen 5 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 970 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 20 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Viewfinder

Safe bet
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Released July 18, 2023
sample: 491 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 94 % · 12,654 reviews (« Very Positive »)
24,99€ 8,74€ -65%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A puzzle adventure that bends perception at every turn. Players rave about its inventive mechanics and emotional punch, with 94% of reviews glowing since launch. Nearly all reviewers—95% of those who stick past the first hour—call it time well spent.

In-game

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« Pas de système de combat ni de système de mort mais le jeu nous bourrine avec des mécaniques hors du commun à chaque niveau. C'est un jeu chill que je recommande beaucoup. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« J'ai passé un super moment, parfois je me suis retrouvé bloqué sur un niveau, mais à force de réfléchir, finalement je trouve la solution tout seul systématiquement, j'approuve totalement merci ! »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Excellent jeux j'ai adoré, mais je pense qui personne n'a envie de vraiment le finir, tellement il est bien ! »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Expérience immersive exellente, et très intéressante ! je recommande ! très belle expérience »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Il est sympa, innovent mais très court »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Game plays like a very long tutorial. Waste of a cool mechanic. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Was hoping for puzzles, got mostly wandering around in a small space looking for anything interactable. The only thing this is better than is wandering around in a *large* space looking for anything interactable. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« puzzles easy to moderate but interesting, amount of voicelines in early game is grating, and the story/message doesn't really land in a tell-don't-show way. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« jeu magnifique énigme intéressante vraiment super (je n'aime pas les phrases) »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« Un superbe jeu d'énigmes très original. Un voyage vers l'inconnu. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played

In players' words

« Pas de système de combat ni de système de mort mais le jeu nous bourrine avec des mécaniques hors du commun à chaque niveau. C'est un jeu chill que je recommande beaucoup. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Game plays like a very long tutorial. Waste of a cool mechanic. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« J'ai passé un super moment, parfois je me suis retrouvé bloqué sur un niveau, mais à force de réfléchir, finalement je trouve la solution tout seul systématiquement, j'approuve totalement merci ! »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Was hoping for puzzles, got mostly wandering around in a small space looking for anything interactable. The only thing this is better than is wandering around in a *large* space looking for anything interactable. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Excellent jeux j'ai adoré, mais je pense qui personne n'a envie de vraiment le finir, tellement il est bien ! »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« puzzles easy to moderate but interesting, amount of voicelines in early game is grating, and the story/message doesn't really land in a tell-don't-show way. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Expérience immersive exellente, et très intéressante ! je recommande ! très belle expérience »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played
« jeu magnifique énigme intéressante vraiment super (je n'aime pas les phrases) »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« Il est sympa, innovent mais très court »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Un superbe jeu d'énigmes très original. Un voyage vers l'inconnu. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 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
84 % pos · n=168
Story / writing
55 % pos · n=75
Graphics / art
95 % pos · n=38
Content / longevity
22 % pos · n=27
Audio / music
57 % pos · n=23
Value for money
57 % pos · n=14
Interface / UX
50 % pos · n=12
Performance
67 % pos · n=3
Stability / bugs
50 % pos · n=2
Multiplayer
50 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay1681411413
Story / writing7541529
Graphics / art383602
Content / longevity276021
Audio / music231328
Value for money14806
Interface / UX12615
Performance3201
Stability / bugs2101
Multiplayer2101

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 5.8 h on median; those who dislike it: 3.9 h.

<2h
59 % (n=17)
2-10h
95 % (n=414)
10-25h
98 % (n=57)
>25h
100 % (n=3)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Dec 2025 : 87% positive87DecJun 2026 : 94% positive94JunJul 2026 : 94% positive94Jul

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

💶 Price history

€6.31€11.58€16.86€22.14€27.42202420252026€8.74

Steam price tracked automatically since Jul 18, 2023 · All-time low: €8.74 (Jul 17, 2025)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

6,1 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 46 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 26 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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This game on Twitch

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Strengths

  • The puzzle mechanics steal the show: 141 positive mentions out of 168 highlight how players love bending reality to solve challenges.
  • Graphics and art style earn near-universal praise, with 36 positive mentions out of 38 emphasizing the game’s striking visual identity.
  • Emotional storytelling resonates deeply, as 41 positive mentions out of 75 show how players connect with the narrative’s twists and turns.
  • Steady performance keeps the experience smooth, with 2 positive mentions out of 3 suggesting minimal technical hiccups.

Weaknesses

  • Story pacing divides players, with 29 negative mentions out of 75 pointing to uneven narrative beats or pacing issues.
  • Limited content leaves some wanting more, as 21 negative mentions out of 27 suggest replayability or length could be expanded.
  • Price garners mixed reactions, with 6 negative mentions out of 14 questioning value for shorter experiences.
  • UI elements frustrate a small but vocal group, with 5 negative mentions out of 12 calling out minor usability quirks.

Who is it for?

Fans of brain-teasing adventures with a creative edge will find their match here. Those who crave deep narrative or multiplayer won’t get it, but everyone else should buckle up for a mind-bending ride.

Is Viewfinder worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 94% of 12,654 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: The puzzle mechanics steal the show. Current price: 8,74€ (65% off).

Verdict

Viewfinder isn’t just a puzzle game—it’s a reinvention of the genre. With nearly flawless reception and mechanics that wow, it’s a standout indie that proves something fresh can still feel timeless. Just don’t expect an epic-length commitment; what’s here is polished, but slim.

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Viewfinder: 94/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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