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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7/8.1/10 Processeur : Core i5 Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 512MB VRAM, PixelShader 4.0 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 6 GB d'espace disque disponible

DRAMAtical Murder

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Released April 6, 2021
sample: 431 reviews posted after launch (124 AI-classified)
97/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 97 % · 4,855 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
16,79€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The story of DRAMAtical Murder is a major focus of player attention, with 79 mentions in the reviews, and it's clear that the game's narrative has resonated with players, as evidenced by 67 positive mentions out of 79. With 97% of players giving positive reviews, it's clear that the game has been well-received overall. The game's engaging audio and graphics have also contributed to its success, with 18 out of 18 and 26 out of 28 positive mentions, respectively.

What it's about: Aoba's vibrant cyberpunk world is one of contrasts: high-tech virtual reality battles versus street gang turf wars, ultra-exclusive luxury resorts and tiny junk shops. The choices you make will shape the path of Aoba's journey into the dark secrets lurking beneath the glossy sheen of the city.

In-game

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« their toes are quite long its a bit concerning but the game is fun »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played11
« this game hit 2014 tumblr like the twin towers and I still haven't forgotten about it 10/10 clear is still best boy »
👍 anonymous review · 71 h played1
« It fuels me with toxic relationships then hits me with gay sex 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 63 h played1
« i went into this thinking this was a funny silly bl visual novel but after getting one of the bad endings i dont know how ill recover ngl this game broke me 10/10 couldnt recommend more tbh »
👍 anonymous review · 18 h played1
« long live yaoi jesus watched someone play it when i was 10 in 2013 and finally played it for myself, wasn't expecting the plot to actually be good aside from the say gex noiz is best boy »
👍 anonymous review · 22 h played2
« yo ts, yo, this game is goated, and the gay butt stuff is a huge bonus »
👍 anonymous review · 37 h played1
« Attention, cette version steam du jeu est complètement censurée... Ils ont coupé les images, on ne voit rien du tout. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Such a shame that a game in which so much work has been put is... empty. Dubbing, visuals ect... Still the story doesn't do the trick. »
👎 anonymous review · 15 h played
« i just wanted to play a yaoi game but instead i got a white dude with dreads and a gang rape scene. completely unnecessary too added 0 to the plot or anything at all. that ruined the whole game for me. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« terrible game. totally didnt complete it and enjoy every second of it. »
👎 anonymous review · 47 h played
« I love this game and all the characters with my heart... Except for Mink. ♥♥♥♥ that guy, he is a rapist and no amount of 'trauma' or whatever ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ he has going on justifies his actions. Mink is mank. Koujaku best boy. »
👍 anonymous review · 26 h played1

In players' words

« their toes are quite long its a bit concerning but the game is fun »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played11
« Attention, cette version steam du jeu est complètement censurée... Ils ont coupé les images, on ne voit rien du tout. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« this game hit 2014 tumblr like the twin towers and I still haven't forgotten about it 10/10 clear is still best boy »
👍 anonymous review · 71 h played1
« Such a shame that a game in which so much work has been put is... empty. Dubbing, visuals ect... Still the story doesn't do the trick. »
👎 anonymous review · 15 h played
« It fuels me with toxic relationships then hits me with gay sex 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 63 h played1
« i just wanted to play a yaoi game but instead i got a white dude with dreads and a gang rape scene. completely unnecessary too added 0 to the plot or anything at all. that ruined the whole game for me. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« i went into this thinking this was a funny silly bl visual novel but after getting one of the bad endings i dont know how ill recover ngl this game broke me 10/10 couldnt recommend more tbh »
👍 anonymous review · 18 h played1
« terrible game. totally didnt complete it and enjoy every second of it. »
👎 anonymous review · 47 h played
« long live yaoi jesus watched someone play it when i was 10 in 2013 and finally played it for myself, wasn't expecting the plot to actually be good aside from the say gex noiz is best boy »
👍 anonymous review · 22 h played2
« I love this game and all the characters with my heart... Except for Mink. ♥♥♥♥ that guy, he is a rapist and no amount of 'trauma' or whatever ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ he has going on justifies his actions. Mink is mank. Koujaku best boy. »
👍 anonymous review · 26 h played1
« yo ts, yo, this game is goated, and the gay butt stuff is a huge bonus »
👍 anonymous review · 37 h played1

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
85 % pos · n=79
Graphics / art
93 % pos · n=28
Content / longevity
57 % pos · n=23
Gameplay
85 % pos · n=20
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=18
Interface / UX
40 % pos · n=5
Value for money
25 % pos · n=4
Performance
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing796757
Graphics / art282602
Content / longevity231355
Gameplay201721
Audio / music181800
Interface / UX5203
Value for money4103
Performance1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 22 h on median; those who dislike it: 13 h.

<2h
100 % (n=1)
2-10h
90 % (n=41)
10-25h
97 % (n=230)
>25h
99 % (n=159)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Apr 2026 : 99% positive99AprMay 2026 : 98% positive98MayJun 2026 : 98% positive98JunJul 2026 : 95% positive95Jul

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

14,7 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 18 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 29 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The story is a major highlight, with 67 positive mentions out of 79
  • The audio is universally praised, with 18 positive mentions out of 18
  • The graphics have been well-received, with 26 positive mentions out of 28

Weaknesses

  • Some players have criticized the game's performance, with 1 negative mention out of 1
  • The user interface has received some negative feedback, with 3 negative mentions out of 5

Who is it for?

Fans of adventure games, particularly those who enjoy yaoi and humor, will likely appreciate DRAMAtical Murder, as evidenced by the frequent mentions of these keywords in positive reviews.

Is DRAMAtical Murder worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 97% of 4,855 Steam reviews are positive (player score 97/100). Most-praised strength: The story is a major highlight. Current price: 16,79€.

Verdict

Overall, DRAMAtical Murder's engaging story and well-received audio and graphics have made it a hit with players, with 97% of reviews being positive, and it's a great choice for fans of the genre who are looking for a compelling narrative and immersive experience.

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Most frequent keywords

yaoi (18)censure (10)humour (9)noiz (8)contenu (6)art (6)nostalgie (5)lore (5)émotion (5)design (5)musique (5)routes (5)

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