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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 98/XP/Vista/7/8/10/11 Processeur : Intel Pentium III 800 Mhz Graphiques : 1024x768 or better video resolution in High Color mode Espace disque : 700 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectSound-compatible sound card

The Test: Secrets of the Soul

Niche cult favorite
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Released February 20, 2023
sample: 414 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
97/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 98 % · 1,562 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)

A bite‑size adventure that packs deep introspection into under two hours of play. It has earned an Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam, with 98 % of the 414 post‑release reviews praising it.

What it's about: You will answer a series of questions that will reveal things from deep within. Some will be uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and are you SURE you want the answers you seek? For it is time to unlock "Secrets of the Soul..."

In-game

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« Great as always ! My word is Restful ^^ »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« My word is Garden. Thank you so much... »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« bon jeu prend 15 min a completer donne des bons conseils uniquement en anglais malheureusement »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« really love this series of game god bless ''wishing'' »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« thank's it was a masterprice !! it make me cry a lot... my word was restful !! thanksssss »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Seems to reject the existence of joyful people, pigeonholing the player into being someone who, deep down, is unhappy and unsatisfied with life. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Fortune cookie but it takes 15 minutes »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« simple but efficient, it makes me do difficult choices, but it kind of made me realize how i progressed in life. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Really good game, we dont see often games like that and it feels refreshing. My word was : Restfull »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played

In players' words

« Great as always ! My word is Restful ^^ »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Seems to reject the existence of joyful people, pigeonholing the player into being someone who, deep down, is unhappy and unsatisfied with life. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« My word is Garden. Thank you so much... »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Fortune cookie but it takes 15 minutes »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« bon jeu prend 15 min a completer donne des bons conseils uniquement en anglais malheureusement »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« simple but efficient, it makes me do difficult choices, but it kind of made me realize how i progressed in life. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« really love this series of game god bless ''wishing'' »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Really good game, we dont see often games like that and it feels refreshing. My word was : Restfull »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« thank's it was a masterprice !! it make me cry a lot... my word was restful !! thanksssss »
👍 anonymous review · 0 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
93 % pos · n=138
Story / writing
94 % pos · n=53
Audio / music
91 % pos · n=11
Content / longevity
57 % pos · n=7
Value for money
86 % pos · n=7
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=5
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=3
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay13812864
Story / writing535012
Audio / music111001
Content / longevity7421
Value for money7601
Interface / UX5023
Graphics / art3300

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 21 min on median; those who dislike it: 18 min.

🪤 100 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
98 % (n=406)
2-10h
100 % (n=8)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Jul 2024 : 100% positive100JulAug 2024 : 100% positive100AugSep 2024 : 96% positive96SepOct 2024 : 100% positive100OctDec 2024 : 100% positive100DecJan 2025 : 94% positive94JanFeb 2025 : 100% positive100FebMar 2025 : 97% positive97MarApr 2025 : 100% positive100AprMay 2025 : 87% positive87MayJun 2025 : 95% positive95Jun

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

What creators say (YouTube)

This game on Twitch

Strengths

  • Gameplay dominates praise: 128 positive mentions out of 138 total.
  • Story resonates strongly: 50 positive mentions out of 53 total.
  • Audio ambience is lauded: 10 positive mentions out of 11 total.
  • Graphics receive unanimous approval: 3 positive mentions out of 3 total.
  • Price is seen as fair: 6 positive mentions out of 7 total.

Weaknesses

  • User interface frustrates some players: 3 negative mentions out of 5 total.
  • Content depth feels limited: 2 mixed and 1 negative mentions out of 7 total.
  • Audio has a lone criticism: 1 negative mention out of 11 total.

Who is it for?

Fans of concise, story‑driven indie RPGs who appreciate introspective themes will find it rewarding, especially those comfortable with a sub‑two‑hour experience.

Is The Test: Secrets of the Soul worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 98% of 1,562 Steam reviews are positive (player score 97/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates praise. The game is free to play.

Verdict

The Test: Secrets of the Soul delivers a tightly crafted experience that shines in gameplay, narrative, and atmosphere, reflected by its 98 % positive rating. While its UI and limited content length may deter some, the overall quality makes it a standout short indie adventure.

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