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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel Core i5 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 1080 DirectX : Version 12 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 600 MB d'espace disque disponible

Wretched Depths

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Released April 26, 2023
sample: 400 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
97/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 97 % · 563 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)

A bite‑size horror adventure that plunges players into a spooky, fishing‑themed nightmare in under two hours, and they keep coming back for more. Overall Steam reception is overwhelmingly positive, with 97 % of the 400 post‑release reviews rating it positively.

In-game

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« love it . shhivered me timbers i like the silly text and jingle when u catch fish. kinda like spongebob goes fishing in silent hill »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« This has excellent atmosphere AAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!! »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« aye I liked it, kinda wish there was more but thankfully due to its short nature it doesn't overstay its welcome like some horror »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« god bless. i found the lord, the love, the light; within my soul! Thank you. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« i didnt like the big eye in the end was a lil scary :D but i like the graphic »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Why is everyone overhyping this game? It's complete trash »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Not fun, I was yawning most of the time. Not scary at all. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« The music, graphics, ambience, and gameplay loop are all great and I really enjoy the mystery and spooky setting. However, this game is very short and there isn't much of a story present. It's a decent game, but very short. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« A cozy horror fishing game without cheap jumpscares. I liked it »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« nice experince that I would love to see more of. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played

In players' words

« love it . shhivered me timbers i like the silly text and jingle when u catch fish. kinda like spongebob goes fishing in silent hill »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Why is everyone overhyping this game? It's complete trash »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« This has excellent atmosphere AAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!! »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Not fun, I was yawning most of the time. Not scary at all. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« aye I liked it, kinda wish there was more but thankfully due to its short nature it doesn't overstay its welcome like some horror »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« The music, graphics, ambience, and gameplay loop are all great and I really enjoy the mystery and spooky setting. However, this game is very short and there isn't much of a story present. It's a decent game, but very short. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« god bless. i found the lord, the love, the light; within my soul! Thank you. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« A cozy horror fishing game without cheap jumpscares. I liked it »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« i didnt like the big eye in the end was a lil scary :D but i like the graphic »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« nice experince that I would love to see more of. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 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
92 % pos · n=143
Story / writing
79 % pos · n=73
Graphics / art
96 % pos · n=56
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=34
Value for money
100 % pos · n=26
Content / longevity
73 % pos · n=22
Interface / UX
10 % pos · n=10
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay14313238
Story / writing735869
Graphics / art565402
Audio / music343400
Value for money262600
Content / longevity221615
Interface / UX10109
Stability / bugs2002
Performance1100
Multiplayer1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 1.3 h on median; those who dislike it: 54 min.

🪤 82 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
97 % (n=320)
2-10h
97 % (n=75)
10-25h
100 % (n=4)
>25h
100 % (n=1)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
May 2023 : 100% positive100MayJun 2023 : 100% positive100JunJul 2023 : 100% positive100JulAug 2023 : 90% positive90AugNov 2023 : 94% positive94NovJun 2025 : 100% positive100Jun

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

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay dominates praise: 132 positive mentions out of 143 total.
  • Graphics receive near‑universal acclaim: 54 positive mentions out of 56 total.
  • Audio is flawless: 34 positive mentions out of 34 total.
  • Price is celebrated: 26 positive mentions out of 26 total.

Weaknesses

  • Story is mixed: 58 positive, 9 negative, and 6 mixed mentions out of 73 total.
  • User interface struggles: 9 negative vs 1 positive mention out of 10 total.
  • Bugs appear: 2 negative mentions out of 2 total.

Who is it for?

Players who enjoy short, atmospheric horror experiences with a quirky fishing twist will find this indie title compelling. It also appeals to budget‑conscious gamers who value solid audio‑visuals and tight gameplay loops.

Is Wretched Depths worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 97% of 563 Steam reviews are positive (player score 97/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates praise. The game is free to play.

Verdict

Wretched Depths delivers a tightly crafted horror romp that resonates strongly with its core audience, as reflected by its 97 % positive Steam rating. While its story and UI leave room for improvement, the game's strengths in gameplay, graphics, audio, and value make it a worthwhile dive for fans of concise, spooky adventures.

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