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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Microsoft Windows Vista / 7 / 8 / 10 Processeur : 1.5Ghz Processor or better Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Integrated Graphics Chip Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Misericorde: Volume One

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Released March 23, 2023
sample: 403 reviews posted after launch (179 AI-classified)
98/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 98 % · 542 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
7,39€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The mystery‑driven narrative dominates conversation: 158 positive mentions out of 165. Since launch, the title has earned an Overwhelmingly Positive label, with 98 % of the 542 Steam reviews rating it positively.

In-game

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« wow that's pretty good the dialogues and the writing are great. the music is also very good and give the game a surreal feeling, i couldn't stop reading hedwig is so relatable, she's like me fr fr i can't wait to read part two »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« would heartily recommend to anyone who was super devoutly catholic at a young age because of all the "mortification of the flesh" and "hallucinatory mysticism" stuff and then grew up gay and full of seething petty rage »
👍 anonymous review · 35 h played
« the nuns are so gay that it distracts from the great writing »
👍 anonymous review · 13 h played
« A captivating first entry of its series, enjoyable throughout. Definitely a VN to keep an eye on as it progresses. »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played
« thirty year old woman acting like this by the way »
👍 anonymous review · 14 h played
« why do these nuns sound like they know what tumblr is »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« 20 minutes of "play", and its just click to get the next sentence, without a single choice. It may make an interesting book, but its not a game, and not interesting in this format. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Absolutely electrifying stuff. You'll never believe what these friggin' nuns get up to. »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« i'm so glad i can be atheist in the year 2026 »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played

In players' words

« wow that's pretty good the dialogues and the writing are great. the music is also very good and give the game a surreal feeling, i couldn't stop reading hedwig is so relatable, she's like me fr fr i can't wait to read part two »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« why do these nuns sound like they know what tumblr is »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« would heartily recommend to anyone who was super devoutly catholic at a young age because of all the "mortification of the flesh" and "hallucinatory mysticism" stuff and then grew up gay and full of seething petty rage »
👍 anonymous review · 35 h played
« 20 minutes of "play", and its just click to get the next sentence, without a single choice. It may make an interesting book, but its not a game, and not interesting in this format. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« the nuns are so gay that it distracts from the great writing »
👍 anonymous review · 13 h played
« Absolutely electrifying stuff. You'll never believe what these friggin' nuns get up to. »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« A captivating first entry of its series, enjoyable throughout. Definitely a VN to keep an eye on as it progresses. »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played
« i'm so glad i can be atheist in the year 2026 »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« thirty year old woman acting like this by the way »
👍 anonymous review · 14 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
Story / writing
96 % pos · n=165
Audio / music
98 % pos · n=56
Graphics / art
98 % pos · n=46
Interface / UX
21 % pos · n=14
Gameplay
78 % pos · n=9
Value for money
100 % pos · n=4
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing16515843
Audio / music565510
Graphics / art464501
Interface / UX14338
Gameplay9702
Value for money4400
Content / longevity2200

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 12 h on median; those who dislike it: 2.2 h.

🪤 40 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
33 % (n=6)
2-10h
97 % (n=122)
10-25h
99 % (n=239)
>25h
100 % (n=36)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Nov 2023 : 100% positive100NovDec 2023 : 100% positive100DecDec 2024 : 100% positive100DecJan 2025 : 100% positive100JanFeb 2025 : 100% positive100FebMar 2025 : 100% positive100MarApr 2025 : 100% positive100AprJul 2025 : 95% positive95JulJul 2026 : 92% positive92Jul

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

35 % Accessible

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 17 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 47,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Storytelling shines, with 158 positive mentions out of 165 total references.
  • Visuals impress, 45 positive mentions out of 46 comments on graphics.
  • Audio design is praised, 55 positive mentions out of 56 remarks on sound.
  • Value is affirmed, all 4 mentions of price are positive.
  • Long‑term players are delighted, 36 reviews from those who logged >25 h are 100 % positive.

Weaknesses

  • User interface divides opinion, with 8 negative and 3 mixed mentions out of 14.
  • Gameplay mechanics draw some criticism, 2 negative mentions out of 9.
  • Very short play sessions (<2 h) show low satisfaction, only 33 % positive among 6 reviews.

Who is it for?

Players who cherish deep, mystery‑laden stories and appreciate indie adventure aesthetics will find this title rewarding. Fans of visual‑novel style storytelling and atmospheric audio will especially feel at home.

Is Misericorde: Volume One worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 98% of 542 Steam reviews are positive (player score 98/100). Most-praised strength: Storytelling shines. Current price: 7,39€.

Verdict

Misericorde: Volume One delivers a compelling narrative experience that resonates with the majority of its audience, reflected in an almost unanimous positive reception. Minor friction points in UI and occasional gameplay quirks do not outweigh the strong storytelling, art, and sound design. For those seeking an immersive mystery adventure, the game stands out as a solid indie offering.

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