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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Microsoft Windows® 10(64bit)/11(64bit) Processeur : intel® Core™ i3 or higher Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 512MB Video Memory DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectSound compatible sound device Notes supplémentaires : Supports touch screen devices / Steam Deck: Proton 8 is recommended

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Microsoft Windows® 10(64bit)/11(64bit) Processeur : intel® Core™ i5 or higher Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 1GB Video Memory DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectSound compatible sound device Notes supplémentaires : Supports touch screen devices / Steam Deck: Proton 8 is recommended

AIR

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Released March 5, 2025
sample: 400 reviews posted after launch (33 AI-classified)
97/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 98 % · 780 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
28,99€ 11,59€ -60%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The game's emotional narrative keeps players coming back. Since launch, 97% of the 400 post‑release reviews are positive, and the story garnered 26 positive mentions out of 28.

In-game

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« Ce jeu est l'un des chefs d' oeuvres fondateur du studio KEY. Cette version Steam ajoute de nouveaux CG, propose une écriture retravaillé ainsi qu'un petit DLC Ca à été un vrai plaisir de le traduire en Français »
👍 anonymous review · 171 h played
« worth reading solely for Hijiri Kirishima and the OST »
👍 anonymous review · 22 h played
« I miss the old versions’ UI, but I’m so glad Air got an official translation at all. »
👍 anonymous review · 26 h played
« Summer stretches on endlessly. Beneath the vast blue sky. Beneath the air in which she awaits" »
👍 anonymous review · 36 h played
« Did not help with my mommy issues. »
👍 anonymous review · 108 h played
« I've never been so depressed in my life </3 Great game, amazing mind bending story and ost. »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played
« One of the most iconic VN that best resembles “Key”, undoubtedly a masterpiece. »
👍 anonymous review · 36 h played

In players' words

« Ce jeu est l'un des chefs d' oeuvres fondateur du studio KEY. Cette version Steam ajoute de nouveaux CG, propose une écriture retravaillé ainsi qu'un petit DLC Ca à été un vrai plaisir de le traduire en Français »
👍 anonymous review · 171 h played
« Did not help with my mommy issues. »
👍 anonymous review · 108 h played
« worth reading solely for Hijiri Kirishima and the OST »
👍 anonymous review · 22 h played
« I've never been so depressed in my life </3 Great game, amazing mind bending story and ost. »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played
« I miss the old versions’ UI, but I’m so glad Air got an official translation at all. »
👍 anonymous review · 26 h played
« One of the most iconic VN that best resembles “Key”, undoubtedly a masterpiece. »
👍 anonymous review · 36 h played
« Summer stretches on endlessly. Beneath the vast blue sky. Beneath the air in which she awaits" »
👍 anonymous review · 36 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
93 % pos · n=28
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=9
Gameplay
100 % pos · n=2
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=2
Content / longevity
50 % pos · n=2
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing282620
Audio / music9900
Gameplay2200
Graphics / art2200
Content / longevity2101
Interface / UX2002

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 23 h on median; those who dislike it: 20 h.

<2h
95 % (n=22)
2-10h
97 % (n=62)
10-25h
96 % (n=139)
>25h
98 % (n=177)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Nov 2025 : 100% positive100NovDec 2025 : 97% positive97DecJan 2026 : 91% positive91JanFeb 2026 : 95% positive95FebMar 2026 : 98% positive98MarApr 2026 : 94% positive94AprMay 2026 : 98% positive98MayJun 2026 : 95% positive95JunJul 2026 : 99% positive99Jul

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

11,6 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 15 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 16,9 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Story: 26 positive mentions out of 28
  • Audio: 9 positive mentions out of 9
  • Playtime: 177 players logged >25h with 98% positive
  • Gameplay: 2 positive mentions out of 2
  • Graphics: 2 positive mentions out of 2

Weaknesses

  • UI: 0 positive mentions, 2 negative out of 2
  • Content: 1 positive mention, 1 negative out of 2

Who is it for?

This title will appeal to players who crave heart‑felt storytelling, immersive soundtracks, and leisurely exploration in a relaxed adventure setting.

Is AIR worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 98% of 780 Steam reviews are positive (player score 97/100). Most-praised strength: Story. Current price: 11,59€ (60% off).

Verdict

Overall, the game is a standout, delivering a moving narrative and polished audio while maintaining high player satisfaction. Its UI and content depth receive mixed attention, but the emotional core and playtime longevity make it a compelling choice for story‑driven gamers.

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AIR: 97/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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