Players who enjoy it spent a median of 8 h; those who don't, 4.9 h.

How much does Outlast cost?

Outlast is currently 14,79€ on Steam.

Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 - 64 bits * Processeur : 2.2 GHz Dual Core CPU Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 512 MB NVIDIA GeForce 9800GTX / ATI Radeon HD 3xxx series DirectX : Version 9.0c Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX Compatible Notes supplémentaires : * 32 bits systems are not officially supported, but should work if configured to provide 3Gb of user-mode address space. See or

Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows Vista / 7 / 8 - 64 bits Processeur : 2.8 GHz Quad Core CPU Mémoire vive : 3 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 1GB NVIDIA GTX 460 / ATI Radeon HD 6850 or better DirectX : Version 9.0c Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX Compatible

Outlast

Community hit

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Released September 4, 2013

Action Adventure Indie

sample: 493 reviews posted after launch (137 AI-classified)

96/100

Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 137,280 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)

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Outlast haunts players with its relentless dread, a signature element that defines the entire experience. The title gathered 137,280 reviews on Steam, with 96 % of them rating it favorably, and most players praise its compelling gameplay and immersive audio. Despite a small number of bug complaints, the game remains a standout in the horror genre.

What it's about: Hell is an experiment you can't survive in Outlast, a first-person survival horror game developed by veterans of some of the biggest game franchises in history. As investigative journalist Miles Upshur, explore Mount Massive Asylum and try to survive long enough to discover its terrible secret... if you dare.

In-game

« Fun wholesome game for the whole family, I recommend buying this for your children, they'll love it. »

👍 anonymous review · 9 h played6422

« The protagonist Miles going into an insane asylum is how I imagine gaming journalists see themselves after a 3-hour grind in a tutorial level. »

👍 anonymous review · 7 h played2

« Its absolutely horrible. every 3 seconds i want to quit so i absolutely recommend it for others. if your horror game isnt making you want to cry its failing. outlast makes me want to rip my hair out. »

👍 anonymous review · 5 h played1

« tbh nothing can make me feel scared then outlast literally best story best gameplay and best horror game but too much naked people other than that its good »

👍 anonymous review · 4 h played1

« the ending was just ragebaiting, but the horror and the atmosphere was top notch. Would recommend »

👍 anonymous review · 18 h played1

« Fait peur au début puis on s'y habitue, pas aussi bien qu'on me la fait croire, fini en 4,1 heures de jeu »

👎 anonymous review · 6 h played

« un tres bon début de jeu pour une fin incompréhensible... Je ne recommande pas ce tunnel meme a mon plus grand énnemie. Bref ce fut comme une meuf de boite, un coup d'un soir et beaucoup de désilusions. »

👎 anonymous review · 5 h played

« If you’re buying this game, buy the DLC too. It’s scarier, totally worth it, and will turn you into a panic runner. This game makes you feel helpless… and I shat my pants (optional btw) »

👍 anonymous review · 21 h played3

« The first jumpscare made me trow up all over my pc, of course as any other would do proceeded to lick it until it was clean. »

👍 anonymous review · 3 h played1111

In players' words

« Fun wholesome game for the whole family, I recommend buying this for your children, they'll love it. »

👍 anonymous review · 9 h played6422

« Fait peur au début puis on s'y habitue, pas aussi bien qu'on me la fait croire, fini en 4,1 heures de jeu »

👎 anonymous review · 6 h played

« The protagonist Miles going into an insane asylum is how I imagine gaming journalists see themselves after a 3-hour grind in a tutorial level. »

👍 anonymous review · 7 h played2

👎 anonymous review · 5 h played

👍 anonymous review · 5 h played1

« If you’re buying this game, buy the DLC too. It’s scarier, totally worth it, and will turn you into a panic runner. This game makes you feel helpless… and I shat my pants (optional btw) »

👍 anonymous review · 21 h played3

« tbh nothing can make me feel scared then outlast literally best story best gameplay and best horror game but too much naked people other than that its good »

👍 anonymous review · 4 h played1

« The first jumpscare made me trow up all over my pc, of course as any other would do proceeded to lick it until it was clean. »

👍 anonymous review · 3 h played1111

« the ending was just ragebaiting, but the horror and the atmosphere was top notch. Would recommend »

👍 anonymous review · 18 h played1

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative

Gameplay

87 % pos · n=92

Story / writing

91 % pos · n=43

Audio / music

100 % pos · n=17

Graphics / art

80 % pos · n=15

Value for money

100 % pos · n=5

Stability / bugs

0 % pos · n=4

Content / longevity

100 % pos · n=3

Interface / UX

0 % pos · n=2

Performance

100 % pos · n=1

Detailed data (table)

Aspect	Mentions	Positive	Mixed	Negative
Gameplay	92	80	7	5
Story / writing	43	39	1	3
Audio / music	17	17	0	0
Graphics / art	15	12	2	1
Value for money	5	5	0	0
Stability / bugs	4	0	0	4
Content / longevity	3	3	0	0
Interface / UX	2	0	0	2
Performance	1	1	0	0

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 8 h on median; those who dislike it: 4.9 h.

<2h

92 % (n=26)

2-10h

94 % (n=298)

10-25h

100 % (n=133)

>25h

97 % (n=36)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time

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

💶 Price history

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 21, 2013 · All-time low: €2.51 (Jun 25, 2020)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

2,8 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 14 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 12,9 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

No indexed video for this game yet.

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This game on Twitch

Popular streamers

LIVE mcqueennlive 246 viewers · EN — 48HRS OF LOSING MY SANITY ON OUTLAST🫣🩸

Small streamers to support

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Strengths

Atmosphere: 66 mentions, making it the defining feature of the game
Gameplay: 80 positive mentions out of 92, an 87 % positivity rate
Audio: 17 positive mentions out of 17, a perfect 100 % positivity
Story: 39 positive mentions out of 43, a 90 % positivity rate
Long playtime: 36 reviews with >25 h playtime and 97 % favorable sentiment

Weaknesses

Bugs: 4 negative mentions out of 4, 100 % negative impact
UI: 2 negative mentions out of 2, 100 % negative impact

Who is it for?

Fans of atmospheric horror who appreciate a tense, story‑driven experience will find Outlast rewarding. The game’s focus on immersion and dread makes it ideal for players ready to confront its unsettling world.

Is Outlast worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 96% of 137,280 Steam reviews are positive (player score 96/100). Most-praised strength: Atmosphere. Current price: 14,79€.

Verdict

Outlast’s reputation as a horror staple is firmly backed by an overwhelmingly positive reception and sustained player engagement. While technical glitches appear in a handful of reviews, the game’s strengths far outweigh theseต้องฝาก. Its chilling atmosphere, tight gameplay, and high engagement keep it a must‑play for genre enthusiasts.

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