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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel Core2 Duo or higher Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Open GL compliant video card Espace disque : 400 MB d'espace disque disponible

Ib

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Released April 11, 2022
sample: 436 reviews posted after launch (109 AI-classified)
97/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 99 % · 5,235 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
10,79€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The story dominates the conversation, earning 40 positive mentions out of 41 reviews. On Steam the game enjoys an overwhelming 99% positive rating overall, with 97% of post‑release reviews still glowing. Most players spend between 2 and 10 hours in the game, and 97% of them leave a favorable review.

In-game

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« les souvenirs qui sont remontés en y rejouant étaient incroyables, j'ai adoré ce remake, même si je n'ai pas encore débloqué toutes les fins, je le recommande fortement pour les fan d'ib ^^ »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« GARY je t'aime et Mary t'es une mer'de Le jeu est super prenant, les personnages attachants et l'ambiance est horrible ce qui est génial, je recommande ce jeu a TOUT le monde. Jouez-y, c'est un ordre. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« old, but still very good imo. i wish i was smarter tho. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« C'est une bonne expérience pour commencer les jeux d'horreur sous rpg maker. je salut surtout le fait d'avoir crée plus de 150 oeuvres d'art pour le jeu. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« canon art exibition experance???? »
👎 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Such an immense joy to rediscover this game... Played it back then and really painted something on my heart when I was younger. It's not perfect, but will always have it's place In my own gallery. Take care of your rose. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« Très beau jeu, très bien fichu, super ambiance et énigmes, très agréable et les fins sont très sympa! »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« J'adore ce genre de jeu s'il vous plaît si des gens en connaisse je veux bien qu'on m'en donne 100000000000000 »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played

In players' words

« les souvenirs qui sont remontés en y rejouant étaient incroyables, j'ai adoré ce remake, même si je n'ai pas encore débloqué toutes les fins, je le recommande fortement pour les fan d'ib ^^ »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« canon art exibition experance???? »
👎 anonymous review · 8 h played
« GARY je t'aime et Mary t'es une mer'de Le jeu est super prenant, les personnages attachants et l'ambiance est horrible ce qui est génial, je recommande ce jeu a TOUT le monde. Jouez-y, c'est un ordre. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« Such an immense joy to rediscover this game... Played it back then and really painted something on my heart when I was younger. It's not perfect, but will always have it's place In my own gallery. Take care of your rose. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« old, but still very good imo. i wish i was smarter tho. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Très beau jeu, très bien fichu, super ambiance et énigmes, très agréable et les fins sont très sympa! »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« C'est une bonne expérience pour commencer les jeux d'horreur sous rpg maker. je salut surtout le fait d'avoir crée plus de 150 oeuvres d'art pour le jeu. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« J'adore ce genre de jeu s'il vous plaît si des gens en connaisse je veux bien qu'on m'en donne 100000000000000 »
👍 anonymous review · 3 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
94 % pos · n=66
Story / writing
98 % pos · n=41
Graphics / art
93 % pos · n=27
Audio / music
95 % pos · n=21
Content / longevity
89 % pos · n=19
Value for money
71 % pos · n=7
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=1
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay666213
Story / writing414001
Graphics / art272511
Audio / music212010
Content / longevity191711
Value for money7511
Performance1100
Interface / UX1001
Multiplayer1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 6.8 h on median; those who dislike it: 4.7 h.

<2h
90 % (n=21)
2-10h
97 % (n=320)
10-25h
100 % (n=88)
>25h
100 % (n=7)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Jan 2026 : 100% positive100JanFeb 2026 : 98% positive98FebMar 2026 : 99% positive99MarApr 2026 : 97% positive97AprMay 2026 : 98% positive98MayJun 2026 : 100% positive100JunJul 2026 : 98% positive98Jul

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

12,5 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 1 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 12,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • 62 positive mentions out of 66 for gameplay, showing a consistently enjoyable experience
  • 40 positive mentions out of 41 for story, underscoring the narrative’s strong appeal
  • 25 positive mentions out of 27 for graphics, highlighting the visual style’s attractiveness
  • 20 positive mentions out of 21 for audio, reflecting the effective atmospheric sound design

Weaknesses

  • 1 negative mention out of 1 for UI, indicating a minor interface issue
  • 1 negative mention out of 1 for price, suggesting a small portion of players view the cost as high
  • 1 negative mention out of 27 for graphics, showing isolated criticism of visual elements

Who is it for?

Adventure‑focused players and fans of indie titles will appreciate Ib’s compelling story and eerie atmosphere. Those who enjoy narrative‑driven experiences and nostalgic vibes will find the game especially rewarding.

Is Ib worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 99% of 5,235 Steam reviews are positive (player score 97/100). Current price: 10,79€.

Verdict

Ib stands out for its story, gameplay, and audio, earning near‑perfect sentiment across the board. While a few reviewers note UI quirks and price concerns, the overall reception is overwhelmingly positive, making it a solid recommendation for players seeking an atmospheric indie adventure.

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Ib: 97/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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