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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 or higher 64bit Processeur : Intel Core i3 2.00 GHz or AMD equivalent Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce 450 or higher with 1GB Memory Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible

The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe

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Released April 27, 2022
sample: 494 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
91/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 94 % · 35,489 reviews (« Very Positive »)
21,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe turns a simple office walk Duty into a meta‑interactive comedy that rewards curiosity. It has gathered a Very Positive rating on Steam, with 94 % of players approving of the experience and 91 % positive sentiment in the post‑release sample. The humor and narrative choices continue to resonate with players, driving the game's high acclaim.

What it's about: The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe est The Stanley Parable de 2013, mais repensé en plus grand. Vous incarnerez Stanley et vous n'incarnerez pas Stanley. Vous ferez un choix et vous perdrez tout contrôle. Vous n'êtes pas ici pour gagner. The Stanley Parable est un jeu où on se joue de vous.

In-game

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« torn between whether I should go for the achievement where you don't play the game for 10 years or the one where you play for the entire duration of a tuesday. »
👍 anonymous review · 25 h played51
« When Stanley came to a set of buttons asking if he recommended the game, he picked the one that said "Yes". »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played3111
« my computer bluescreened and i thought it was a part of the game 10/10 (Ignore the time played i mostly play on my switch) »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played3
« Stanley was so thoroughly impressed by the game’s irony and "philosophical insights" that he felt an irresistible compulsion to write a positive review on Steam. And, of course, he did. »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played7641
« The game is good, my only critique is that the narrator doesn't talk enough »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played11
« I fell out of the map and didnt realize it was a bug until i got sent back 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played11
« Stop reading negative reviews and buy the game already. It is a masterpiece that everyone should play at least once. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played8643
« Stanley really liked the game. In fact Stanley absolutely loved the game. He found it both funny and deeply insightful, he loved every second he spent playing the game and as such he decided to leave a positive review. »
👎 anonymous review · 7 h played8533
« Version deluxe inutile et rend le narrateur lourdingue alors que c'est ce qui rendait le jeux drôle et original de la version de base. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Jeu qui part super bien mais déçue au bout de moins de 10h de jeu. On tourne très très vite en rond... Pour 25€ je ne m'attendais pas à si peu, mais sinon bonne vibe dans l'ensemble »
👎 anonymous review · 25 h played
« Wow amazing game 10/10 stuck behind a ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ wall really good piece of art. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Stanley was fat, ugly, and really really stupid. »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played31

In players' words

« torn between whether I should go for the achievement where you don't play the game for 10 years or the one where you play for the entire duration of a tuesday. »
👍 anonymous review · 25 h played51
« Stop reading negative reviews and buy the game already. It is a masterpiece that everyone should play at least once. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played8643
« When Stanley came to a set of buttons asking if he recommended the game, he picked the one that said "Yes". »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played3111
« Stanley really liked the game. In fact Stanley absolutely loved the game. He found it both funny and deeply insightful, he loved every second he spent playing the game and as such he decided to leave a positive review. »
👎 anonymous review · 7 h played8533
« my computer bluescreened and i thought it was a part of the game 10/10 (Ignore the time played i mostly play on my switch) »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played3
« Version deluxe inutile et rend le narrateur lourdingue alors que c'est ce qui rendait le jeux drôle et original de la version de base. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Stanley was so thoroughly impressed by the game’s irony and "philosophical insights" that he felt an irresistible compulsion to write a positive review on Steam. And, of course, he did. »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played7641
« Jeu qui part super bien mais déçue au bout de moins de 10h de jeu. On tourne très très vite en rond... Pour 25€ je ne m'attendais pas à si peu, mais sinon bonne vibe dans l'ensemble »
👎 anonymous review · 25 h played
« The game is good, my only critique is that the narrator doesn't talk enough »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played11
« Wow amazing game 10/10 stuck behind a ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ wall really good piece of art. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« I fell out of the map and didnt realize it was a bug until i got sent back 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played11
« Stanley was fat, ugly, and really really stupid. »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played31

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
82 % pos · n=117
Story / writing
92 % pos · n=89
Audio / music
81 % pos · n=37
Content / longevity
90 % pos · n=10
Value for money
50 % pos · n=6
Interface / UX
25 % pos · n=4
Performance
50 % pos · n=2
Graphics / art
50 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay11796417
Story / writing898207
Audio / music373025
Content / longevity10901
Value for money6303
Interface / UX4103
Performance2101
Graphics / art2101
Stability / bugs1001
Multiplayer1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 6.4 h on median; those who dislike it: 2.8 h.

🪤 41 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
58 % (n=45)
2-10h
94 % (n=335)
10-25h
99 % (n=79)
>25h
94 % (n=35)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Oct 2025 : 88% positive88OctDec 2025 : 96% positive96DecJan 2026 : 93% positive93JanMar 2026 : 88% positive88MarApr 2026 : 100% positive100AprJun 2026 : 89% positive89JunJul 2026 : 93% positive93Jul

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

💶 Price history

€5.55€10.19€14.84€19.48€24.132023202420252026€7.69

Steam price tracked automatically since Apr 27, 2022 · All-time low: €7.69 (Mar 19, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

3,1 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 11 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 21,2 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

This game on Twitch

Small streamers to support

LIVE savoolii 82 viewers · EN — ⭐TRYING OUT STANLEY PARABLE!! ⭐ ᯓ★ special friday stweam! ★ᯓ | !throne !socials !clipLIVE krispy_king_ 11 viewers · EN — Playing The Stanley Parable for the First Time!!!LIVE QuintinPlays 10 viewers · EN — BEATING "THE STANLEY PARABLE: ULTRA DELUXE" IN 6 HOURS (OR ELSE)

Streams snapshot from 01/08 à 06h13

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Strengths

  • Humor and narration dominate the praise: 48 and 31 positive mentions, respectively, out of 494.
  • Gameplay receives 96 positive mentions, with players enjoying the choices and unique experience.
  • Audio and atmosphere are well‑received, with 30 positive mentions out of 37.

Weaknesses

  • Performance and graphics are rarely mentioned, with only 2 mentions each, suggesting potential technical gremblines Sermitsiaq.
  • UI and price have mixed reception, with 3 negative and 3 positive mentions for UI, and 3 negative mentions for price out of 6.

Who is it for?

This title appeals to players who relish narrative experiments and witty humor. Those who enjoy making choices that affect story flow will find the game engaging.

Is The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 94% of 35,489 Steam reviews are positive (player score 91/100). Most-praised strength: Humor and narration dominate the praise. Current price: 21,99€.

Verdict

The game excels in its comedic narrative and player agency, earning it a strong consensus on Steam. Its concise, memorable wit and thoughtful storytelling make it a standout indie adventure.

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