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
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.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 138 | 128 | 6 | 4 |
| Story / writing | 53 | 50 | 1 | 2 |
| Audio / music | 11 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| Content / longevity | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Value for money | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Graphics / art | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 18 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.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
What creators say (YouTube)
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This game on Twitch
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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 98/100). 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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