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Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7/8/9/10 Processeur : Any made within the last decade Mémoire vive : 1 MB de mémoire Graphiques : Any made within the last decade Espace disque : 200 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Any Notes supplémentaires : You can run this

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Iron Lung

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Released March 9, 2022
sample: 492 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
87/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 92 % · 11,026 reviews (« Very Positive »)
7,79€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Iron Lung puts players in a claustrophobic submarine environment where Iy is a constant reminder of the dangerous depths below. The game’s story and audio work together to create a tense, immersive experience that draws players in early on. Overall, 92 % of all Steam reviews are positive, and 87 % of the post‑release sample also rates it highly.

In-game

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« Le jeu est très court et pas forcément facile à prendre en main, mais en terme d'ambiance et d'immersion c'est une dinguerie »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« ça fait stresser sa mère la pute »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« J'ai jamais été autant investi émotionnellement que dans mon propre cercueil »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« I got bamboozled, it's cosmic horror again. 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Its ok for 3 bucks. Very cute game and good idea. Need to change my pants. »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Un jeu d'horreur se concentrant sur l'angoisse et l'appréhension, très bon et court jeu (environ une heure) pour découvrir le genre horreur. Histoire et Lore caché à travers le jeu, le tout approfondi avec le film. [h3] 8,5/10 [/h3] »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« voyon don ces la marde comprend rien »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Très court, très facile, le concept est intéressant mais le jeu est assez creu. pour 6$ ça peut passer... »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« I'm sorry, but I do not understand the hype for this game. Extremely tedious gameplay with very little payoff. That being said, I love the atmosphere and graphics. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« unbelievably overhyped. 2 hours of my life I will never get back. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« I'm sorry, $10 CAD for a one hour game with basically nothing happening in it, 0 replay value and one jump scare? Talk about ripoff. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Une expérience assez étrange mais pour le coup sympatique. Hâte de voir ce que va donner le film. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played

In players' words

« Le jeu est très court et pas forcément facile à prendre en main, mais en terme d'ambiance et d'immersion c'est une dinguerie »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« voyon don ces la marde comprend rien »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« ça fait stresser sa mère la pute »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Très court, très facile, le concept est intéressant mais le jeu est assez creu. pour 6$ ça peut passer... »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« J'ai jamais été autant investi émotionnellement que dans mon propre cercueil »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« I'm sorry, but I do not understand the hype for this game. Extremely tedious gameplay with very little payoff. That being said, I love the atmosphere and graphics. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« I got bamboozled, it's cosmic horror again. 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« unbelievably overhyped. 2 hours of my life I will never get back. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Its ok for 3 bucks. Very cute game and good idea. Need to change my pants. »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« I'm sorry, $10 CAD for a one hour game with basically nothing happening in it, 0 replay value and one jump scare? Talk about ripoff. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Un jeu d'horreur se concentrant sur l'angoisse et l'appréhension, très bon et court jeu (environ une heure) pour découvrir le genre horreur. Histoire et Lore caché à travers le jeu, le tout approfondi avec le film. [h3] 8,5/10 [/h3] »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Une expérience assez étrange mais pour le coup sympatique. Hâte de voir ce que va donner le film. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 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
Gameplay
68 % pos · n=116
Story / writing
80 % pos · n=55
Audio / music
90 % pos · n=29
Content / longevity
44 % pos · n=25
Value for money
30 % pos · n=23
Graphics / art
90 % pos · n=10
Interface / UX
60 % pos · n=10
Performance
100 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay116791126
Story / writing5544110
Audio / music292603
Content / longevity2511113
Value for money237214
Graphics / art10901
Interface / UX10604
Performance2200
Stability / bugs2011

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 2.1 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.3 h.

🪤 77 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
80 % (n=238)
2-10h
94 % (n=242)
10-25h
100 % (n=7)
>25h
100 % (n=5)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
May 2026 : 89% positive89MayJun 2026 : 86% positive86JunJul 2026 : 85% positive85Jul

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

💶 Price history

€3.31€4.57€5.84€7.10€8.372023202420252026€3.89

Steam price tracked automatically since Mar 10, 2022 · All-time low: €3.89 (Jan 30, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

15,5 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 7 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 44,9 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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This game on Twitch

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Strengths

  • Gameplay shines with 79 positive mentions out of 116
  • Audio receives 26 positive mentions out of 29
  • Story is highlighted by 44 positive mentions… out of 55

Weaknesses

  • Price is a drawback, with 14 negative mentions out of 23
  • Content depth is criticized, with 13 negative mentions out of 25
  • Bugs receive a single negative mention in a sample of 2

Who is it for?

Fans of atmospheric horror who appreciate tight, atmospheric settings will find Iron Lung compelling. Those who enjoy puzzle‑driven simulations and short, intense play sessions may also be drawn to its focused gameplay loop.

Is Iron Lung worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 92% of 11,026 Steam reviews are positive (player score 87/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay shines. Current price: 7,79€.

Verdict

Iron Lung delivers a tightly crafted horror simulation that excels in gameplay, audio, and storytelling. While its price point and content depth have sparked some dissent, the majority of players praise its immersive experience and solid execution.

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Iron Lung: 87/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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