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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel i5-4590 / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or greater Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 480 or greater Prise en charge VR: SteamVR or Oculus PC Notes supplémentaires : Requires VR headset

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel i5-4590 / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or greater Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 480 or greater Notes supplémentaires : Requires VR headset

I Expect You To Die 2: The Spy and the Liar

Niche cult favorite
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Released August 24, 2021
sample: 417 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
93/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 1,301 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
22,99€ 11,49€ -50%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Stepping back into the agent shoes brings theatrical thrills that keep agents hooked for hours, backed by 393 positive verdicts out of 417 post-launch reviews and a 96 percent historic approval rating on Steam. Puzzles and gadgets drive the spy fantasy, though a swift curtain call leaves some craving a longer assignment.

What it's about: Become an elite super spy ready for espionage, explosives, and gadgets galore. This popular escape-the-room VR franchise is back with more ingenious puzzles, cunning villains, and dangerous locales.

In-game

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« Très compliqué pour les non anglophones, Dommage »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played1
« Missed Oppourtunity to call it "I Expect You 2 Die" »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played3111
« you can skip an entire speech by putting a donut in john juniper's mouth »
👍 anonymous review · 14 h played11
« loved the intro and i wish J.J. could smash me :3 »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played1
« play with caution if ur bisexual »
👍 anonymous review · 19 h played1
« So good I bought this game twice »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played1
« dude i finished the entire first half of he game in rougly 1 and a half hours. Great game, but only buy when on sale cause the current price feels like a scam. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played1
« Seulement en anglais, alors que le premier avais une traduction. Je comprend pas. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« N'est pas traduit en Français. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« This game doesn't even compare to the first one: its's shorter for the same price, the puzzle seem easier and for a game where a third of the achievements are for speedruns, the controls are incredibly bad when moving quickly. »
👎 anonymous review · 6 h played
« WAAAAAAAAY too short. $25 for three hours of gameplay? doubt i'll buy the next one »
👎 anonymous review · 7 h played
« very fun, and really enjoyed 100% »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played1

In players' words

« Très compliqué pour les non anglophones, Dommage »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played1
« dude i finished the entire first half of he game in rougly 1 and a half hours. Great game, but only buy when on sale cause the current price feels like a scam. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played1
« Missed Oppourtunity to call it "I Expect You 2 Die" »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played3111
« Seulement en anglais, alors que le premier avais une traduction. Je comprend pas. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« you can skip an entire speech by putting a donut in john juniper's mouth »
👍 anonymous review · 14 h played11
« N'est pas traduit en Français. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« loved the intro and i wish J.J. could smash me :3 »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played1
« This game doesn't even compare to the first one: its's shorter for the same price, the puzzle seem easier and for a game where a third of the achievements are for speedruns, the controls are incredibly bad when moving quickly. »
👎 anonymous review · 6 h played
« play with caution if ur bisexual »
👍 anonymous review · 19 h played1
« WAAAAAAAAY too short. $25 for three hours of gameplay? doubt i'll buy the next one »
👎 anonymous review · 7 h played
« So good I bought this game twice »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played1
« very fun, and really enjoyed 100% »
👍 anonymous review · 9 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
Gameplay
84 % pos · n=128
Story / writing
98 % pos · n=47
Content / longevity
32 % pos · n=31
Audio / music
93 % pos · n=28
Value for money
38 % pos · n=13
Graphics / art
55 % pos · n=11
Interface / UX
17 % pos · n=6
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=4
Performance
50 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay128108812
Story / writing474601
Content / longevity3110219
Audio / music282602
Value for money13526
Graphics / art11623
Interface / UX6105
Stability / bugs4004
Performance2101

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 5.7 h on median; those who dislike it: 2.9 h.

🪤 48 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
54 % (n=28)
2-10h
95 % (n=307)
10-25h
100 % (n=72)
>25h
100 % (n=10)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
May 2023 : 94% positive94MayJul 2023 : 81% positive81JulSep 2023 : 88% positive88SepOct 2023 : 88% positive88OctNov 2023 : 100% positive100NovDec 2023 : 88% positive88DecMar 2024 : 81% positive81Mar

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

5,1 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 19 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 6,7 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

This game on Twitch

Strengths

  • Ingenious gadgetry and puzzle design anchor the praise, earning 108 positive mentions out of 128 total.
  • The cinematic narrative and witty tone hit their mark, securing 46 positive mentions out of 47.
  • Immersive voice acting and soundscapes shine brightly, tallying 26 positive mentions out of 28.
  • Dedicated operatives easily stretch their time, with 72 players logging between 10 and 25 hours with a flawless 100 percent satisfaction rate.

Weaknesses

  • The adventure wraps up too quickly for many, resulting in 19 negative mentions regarding content volume out of 31 total.
  • Interface frustrations hinder some operations, accumulating 5 negative mentions out of 6.
  • Occasional technical friction surfaces, with 4 negative mentions specifically pointing toward bugs.

Who is it for?

Virtual reality enthusiasts and puzzle solvers looking for an immersive, humorous espionage sandbox will find themselves right at home.

Is I Expect You To Die 2: The Spy and the Liar worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 96% of 1,301 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: Ingenious gadgetry and puzzle design anchor the praise, earning. Current price: 11,49€ (50% off).

Verdict

I Expect You To Die 2: The Spy and the Liar delivers a polished, highly entertaining VR escapade that easily charms its audience despite a brief runtime. With 94 percent of the 417 post-release reviews singing its praises, it stands as a triumphant sequel for secret agents everywhere.

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