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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 2

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Released April 10, 2023
sample: 404 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
99/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 98 % · 688 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)

The story is the engine that drives the experience, gathering 103 mentions with 98 of them praising it. Since launch, 99% of the 404 post‑release reviews are positive, earning the game an Overwhelmingly Positive Steam rating.

In-game

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« Just made the two titles and had the word "wishing" and "victorious" ! »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Après une série de tests, les mots mis bout à bout dans l'ordre forment une phrase : " chaos deserve skills planning victorious " »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« My gifted word : Proud This was a very cool experience ! I really enjoyed this game ! Hope that you're doing very good on all of your other projects ! »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Gifted Word: Victorious Thanks for your hard work on this interesting game once again. I had loved the The Test series and I love this one too. »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« My words are"wishing" and "victorious". »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« I enjoyed the first game but the second seems to glitch, making it unplayable. The watcher disappears and so does the text box, leaving only the background. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Feels rather short. Word: Proud. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Played the first one, enjoyed the experience enough. The second time around, it's lost its novelty. The result at the end felt very generic. Why ask questions about fate and faith just to say 'trust me, everything will be okay' at the end? »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« well that DESERVE a thumb up ;D »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« It's quite a profound experience, thank you for creating such a gem. My word was Victorious. »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played

In players' words

« Just made the two titles and had the word "wishing" and "victorious" ! »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« I enjoyed the first game but the second seems to glitch, making it unplayable. The watcher disappears and so does the text box, leaving only the background. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Après une série de tests, les mots mis bout à bout dans l'ordre forment une phrase : " chaos deserve skills planning victorious " »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Feels rather short. Word: Proud. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« My gifted word : Proud This was a very cool experience ! I really enjoyed this game ! Hope that you're doing very good on all of your other projects ! »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Played the first one, enjoyed the experience enough. The second time around, it's lost its novelty. The result at the end felt very generic. Why ask questions about fate and faith just to say 'trust me, everything will be okay' at the end? »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Gifted Word: Victorious Thanks for your hard work on this interesting game once again. I had loved the The Test series and I love this one too. »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« well that DESERVE a thumb up ;D »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« My words are"wishing" and "victorious". »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« It's quite a profound experience, thank you for creating such a gem. My word was Victorious. »
👍 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
Story / writing
95 % pos · n=103
Gameplay
92 % pos · n=78
Content / longevity
71 % pos · n=7
Value for money
83 % pos · n=6
Interface / UX
40 % pos · n=5
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=3
Audio / music
50 % pos · n=2
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing1039850
Gameplay787242
Content / longevity7511
Value for money6501
Interface / UX5212
Stability / bugs3003
Audio / music2110
Multiplayer1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 30 min on median; those who dislike it: 24 min.

🪤 83 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
99 % (n=393)
2-10h
90 % (n=10)
10-25h
100 % (n=1)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Oct 2023 : 95% positive95OctNov 2023 : 100% positive100NovDec 2023 : 94% positive94DecJan 2024 : 96% positive96JanFeb 2024 : 100% positive100FebJun 2024 : 94% positive94JunJul 2024 : 100% positive100JulAug 2024 : 100% positive100AugOct 2024 : 100% positive100OctMar 2025 : 100% positive100Mar

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

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Story dominates praise: 98 positive mentions out of 103 total.
  • Gameplay is lauded: 72 positive mentions out of 78 total.
  • Emotional depth resonates: the keyword "émotion" appears 21 times across reviews.
  • Price is considered fair: 5 of 6 mentions are positive.
  • Short playtime satisfies most players: 393 of 688 reviewers logged under 2 hours, with 99% positive feedback.

Weaknesses

  • Bugs are a clear pain point: 3 mentions, all negative.
  • User interface receives mixed reception: 2 positive, 2 negative, 1 mixed out of 5 mentions.
  • Content breadth is barely discussed: only 7 mentions, with a single negative note.
  • Multiplayer is virtually absent: just 1 positive mention, indicating limited mode.

Who is it for?

Players who value narrative‑driven RPGs and concise experiences will find this title compelling. Those seeking extensive multiplayer or a bug‑free polish should temper expectations.

Is The Test: Secrets of the Soul 2 worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 98% of 688 Steam reviews are positive (player score 99/100). Most-praised strength: Story dominates praise. The game is free to play.

Verdict

The game’s narrative and emotional resonance lift it far above the average indie offering, reflected in near‑perfect post‑release scores. Minor technical hiccups and a thin content slate keep it from being flawless, but the core experience remains highly rewarding for story‑focused gamers.

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The Test: Secrets of the Soul 2: 99/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

Most frequent keywords

émotion (21)réflexion (18)mot (14)questions (14)récompense (11)impact (10)personnalité (10)introspection (9)motivation (9)profondeur (6)fierté (6)gratitude (6)

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