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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Any Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Any DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 200 MB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 Processeur : Any Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 200 MB d'espace disque disponible

TR-49

Niche cult favorite
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Released January 21, 2026
sample: 417 reviews posted after launch (105 AI-classified)
92/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 95 % · 1,135 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 91% positive vs 94% overall (53 recent reviews)
6,89€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Deduction puzzles drive the core of TR-49, with the term “déduction” surfacing 24 times in player discussions. Overall, the game holds a Very Positive rating on Steam, with 95% of the 1,135 reviews favorable and 93% of the 417 post‑release reviews positive.

What it's about: A World War II computer. An archive of lost books. A world-changing secret. Narrative deduction meets audio drama, from the creators of Overboard!, Heaven's Vault and A Highland Song.

In-game

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« J'aime beaucoup ! À jouer avec un carnet de notes ! C'est le genre qui vous pousse à réfléchir quand vous n'y jouez plus, et que vous relancez pour tester des théories ;-) »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Excellent deduction game that gives you a very nice Eureka moment when you finally understand what it is about ! My favorite Inkle so far ! »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Excellent and utterly poetic inquisitive game. Have a sit, put your headphones on, be kind with yourself as you won't understand a thing at first and... sink i with delight. »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Très très fort l'ambiance et l'immersion que le jeu arrive a créer en ne demandant que de taper des codes. deux lettres, deux chiffres et de la bonne science-fiction. »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Histoire prenante, dans l'esprit des Roottrees. Prévoir une petite dizaines d'heures pour arriver au bout. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« Excellent jeu à énigmes. J'ai trouvé que l'histoire ne se dévoilait pas suffisamment néanmoins le principe du jeu est très bon. Un bon point pour les références littéraires. »
👍 anonymous review · 13 h played
« For a game that wants you to read, the constant yapping of the characters is frustrating and poorly designed. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played2
« This game needs to shut up and let the player play. I've never had such an unpleasant experience playing a deductive puzzle game. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Way too much talking. Just let people explore and ask questions before dumping answers on them. »
👎 anonymous review · 12 h played
« Game was immediately bugged. The screen in game doesn't show anything so it's completely unplayable. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« So in all seriousness, how many books does the TR-49 have? »
👎 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Utterly loved it. Thank you Inkle for being bold. Your game got me quite emotional in those trouble times. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played

In players' words

« J'aime beaucoup ! À jouer avec un carnet de notes ! C'est le genre qui vous pousse à réfléchir quand vous n'y jouez plus, et que vous relancez pour tester des théories ;-) »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« For a game that wants you to read, the constant yapping of the characters is frustrating and poorly designed. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played2
« Excellent deduction game that gives you a very nice Eureka moment when you finally understand what it is about ! My favorite Inkle so far ! »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« This game needs to shut up and let the player play. I've never had such an unpleasant experience playing a deductive puzzle game. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Excellent and utterly poetic inquisitive game. Have a sit, put your headphones on, be kind with yourself as you won't understand a thing at first and... sink i with delight. »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Way too much talking. Just let people explore and ask questions before dumping answers on them. »
👎 anonymous review · 12 h played
« Très très fort l'ambiance et l'immersion que le jeu arrive a créer en ne demandant que de taper des codes. deux lettres, deux chiffres et de la bonne science-fiction. »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Game was immediately bugged. The screen in game doesn't show anything so it's completely unplayable. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Histoire prenante, dans l'esprit des Roottrees. Prévoir une petite dizaines d'heures pour arriver au bout. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« So in all seriousness, how many books does the TR-49 have? »
👎 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Excellent jeu à énigmes. J'ai trouvé que l'histoire ne se dévoilait pas suffisamment néanmoins le principe du jeu est très bon. Un bon point pour les références littéraires. »
👍 anonymous review · 13 h played
« Utterly loved it. Thank you Inkle for being bold. Your game got me quite emotional in those trouble times. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 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
84 % pos · n=81
Story / writing
83 % pos · n=66
Audio / music
73 % pos · n=15
Interface / UX
44 % pos · n=9
Value for money
100 % pos · n=5
Content / longevity
50 % pos · n=2
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay816894
Story / writing665547
Audio / music151122
Interface / UX9432
Value for money5500
Content / longevity2101
Performance1100
Stability / bugs1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 6.6 h on median; those who dislike it: 3.5 h.

<2h
21 % (n=14)
2-10h
95 % (n=344)
10-25h
95 % (n=56)
>25h
100 % (n=3)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Jan 2026 : 84% positive84JanFeb 2026 : 94% positive94FebMar 2026 : 89% positive89MarApr 2026 : 95% positive95AprMay 2026 : 93% positive93MayJun 2026 : 92% positive92JunJul 2026 : 94% positive94Jul

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

💶 Price history

€5.01€5.60€6.20€6.79€7.39€5.51

Steam price tracked automatically since Jan 22, 2026 · All-time low: €5.51 (Jun 25, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

28,5 % Accessible

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 21 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 54,2 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay praised: 68 positive mentions out of 81 total.
  • Story praised: 55 positive mentions out of 66 total.
  • Audio appreciated: 11 positive mentions out of 15 total.
  • Price seen as fair: 5 positive mentions out of 5 total.
  • Playtime satisfaction: 95% of players who logged 2‑10 hours rated the experience positively.

Weaknesses

  • User interface draws mixed feedback: only 4 positive mentions out of 9, with 2 negative and 3 mixed.
  • Story receives some criticism: 7 negative mentions out of 66 total.
  • Audio has minor issues: 2 negative mentions out of 15 total.
  • Bugs reported: 1 negative mention.

Who is it for?

Players who enjoy cerebral deduction and puzzle‑heavy adventures will find TR-49 rewarding. Fans of narrative‑driven experiences may appreciate the story, though they should be prepared for occasional UI hiccups.

Is TR-49 worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 95% of 1,135 Steam reviews are positive (player score 92/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay praised. Current price: 6,89€.

Verdict

TR-49 delivers a highly regarded adventure anchored by strong gameplay and a compelling puzzle framework. While the narrative and audio are generally well‑received, the UI and occasional bugs temper the experience. For those who relish deduction challenges, the game’s strengths far outweigh its minor shortcomings.

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TR-49: 92/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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