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Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10/11 Processeur : 4th Generation Intel or equivalent AMD Graphiques : Graphics card with DX10 (shader model 4.0) capabilities. 2GB VRAM. DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

The Holy Gosh Darn

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Released September 26, 2024
sample: 340 reviews posted after launch (160 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 340 reviews (« Very Positive »)
19,50€ 3,90€ -80%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A time-loop adventure where humor and writing take center stage, with nearly everyone finishing it in under ten hours—and loving every minute. The game’s cheerful tone and clever puzzles keep players engaged despite its modest length, leaving them begging for more content instead of complaining about replayability.

What it's about: The Holy Gosh Darn est une aventure narrative basée sur le voyage dans le temps. Explorez le passé et le présent à travers le Paradis, l'Enfer, la Terre et Helheim. Trouvez des informations dans une époque afin d'en altérer une autre et d'empêcher la destruction de votre univers... à nouveau.

In-game

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« C'est un très bon jeux. Très marrant avec une bonne mécanique de jeux et une bonne histoire. »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played
« Un jeux fun avec des situations et des dialogues assez souvent bien drôle. Des fois un peu répétitif avec les "aller chercher ça la bas". »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Un excellent point'n'click moderne avec la mort, des anges, des démons, des chiens et du voyage dans le temps. C'est super drôle, bien doublé et bien écrit (mais assez mal traduit, jouez-y en anglais si vous pouvez). »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« One of the funniest games I've played! Excellent writing, not necessary to play the other titles beforehand or anything, but you do get some fun references if you did. 5/5 Really great! »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« Great game, was immediately hooked by the art style, the humor, and the characters. This is just a perfect cocktail of charm with just enough difficulty for a puzzle enjoyer like myself. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played
« Hilarious, great dialogues and me, lover of Time Loops, quite loved it! Very well done »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Toujours autant d'humour, une histoire géniale, entièrement doublé ♥ »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played

In players' words

« C'est un très bon jeux. Très marrant avec une bonne mécanique de jeux et une bonne histoire. »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played
« Great game, was immediately hooked by the art style, the humor, and the characters. This is just a perfect cocktail of charm with just enough difficulty for a puzzle enjoyer like myself. »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played
« Un jeux fun avec des situations et des dialogues assez souvent bien drôle. Des fois un peu répétitif avec les "aller chercher ça la bas". »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Hilarious, great dialogues and me, lover of Time Loops, quite loved it! Very well done »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Un excellent point'n'click moderne avec la mort, des anges, des démons, des chiens et du voyage dans le temps. C'est super drôle, bien doublé et bien écrit (mais assez mal traduit, jouez-y en anglais si vous pouvez). »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Toujours autant d'humour, une histoire géniale, entièrement doublé ♥ »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« One of the funniest games I've played! Excellent writing, not necessary to play the other titles beforehand or anything, but you do get some fun references if you did. 5/5 Really great! »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played

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What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
96 % pos · n=135
Story / writing
98 % pos · n=113
Audio / music
95 % pos · n=38
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=21
Content / longevity
62 % pos · n=8
Interface / UX
88 % pos · n=8
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=3
Performance
50 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay13513005
Story / writing11311102
Audio / music383602
Graphics / art212100
Content / longevity8503
Interface / UX8701
Stability / bugs3021
Performance2101

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 8 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.7 h.

<2h
79 % (n=14)
2-10h
96 % (n=220)
10-25h
100 % (n=97)
>25h
100 % (n=9)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Sep 2024 : 97% positive97SepOct 2024 : 100% positive100OctNov 2024 : 100% positive100NovDec 2024 : 100% positive100DecJan 2025 : 100% positive100JanFeb 2025 : 100% positive100FebMay 2025 : 94% positive94MayJul 2025 : 95% positive95JulAug 2025 : 100% positive100Aug

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

2,2 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 36 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 11 % of players.

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Strengths

  • Humor and dialogue dominate the praise: 93 mentions of 'humour' and 15 of 'écriture', with 91 out of 93 positive for humor and 111 out of 113 for the story.
  • Gameplay is nearly flawless in players' eyes: 130 positive mentions out of 135, leaving only 5 negative remarks.
  • Graphics receive universal acclaim: 21 positive mentions out of 21, with no complaints about visuals.
  • Audio, especially voice acting, shines: 36 positive mentions out of 38, and only 2 negative ones.

Weaknesses

  • Content feels light for the price: only 5 positive mentions out of 8 for content length, with 3 negative.
  • A handful of bugs and minor UI quirks slipped through: 1 negative mention for bugs and 1 for UI, alongside 2 mixed discussions about stability.

Who is it for?

Fans of witty, story-driven adventures with puzzle-solving will adore this. It’s perfect for players who enjoy indie games with heart, humor, and a time-loop twist.

Is The Holy Gosh Darn worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 96% of 340 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Humor and dialogue dominate the praise. Current price: 3,90€ (80% off).

Verdict

This isn’t a marathon—it’s a sprint, but one that feels like a masterclass in indie charm. With a near-perfect review score and almost no negatives, it’s a must-play for adventure lovers, even if its short length leaves them wanting just a little more.

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