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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows Vista or later Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : OpenGL 2.1 compatible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques :

OneShot

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Released December 8, 2016
sample: 494 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
97/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 98 % · 63,840 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
9,75€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

OneShot captivates players with an emotional narrative and original puzzle mechanics. The game earned a 97% approval rate from 494 post‑release reviews, underscoring its broad appeal.

What it's about: OneShot est un jeu d'aventure/d'énigmes surréaliste en vue du dessus et doté d'un gameplay unique. Vous devez guider un enfant dans sa mission à travers un monde mystérieux : restaurer un soleil éteint depuis bien longtemps. Le monde vous attend.

In-game

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« My favorite part of OneShot is where they say "it's OneShotting time.." and they OneShot all over the place »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played71
« I already beat the game on a pirated variant, but bought it because I want to support the creator »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played431
« Out of all 100,000 words in the english language, not one of them could describe this game »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played1
« I think this game may have permanently altered my brain chemistry. I cannot stop thinking about it. I recommend it highly. Please be kind to Niko. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played1
« I'd recommend to play world machine edition instead of this, very confusing fast travel, computer puzzles are confusing, and not possible to move diagonal. The new one fixes all of these problems and a much smoother experience. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Just play it and stop looking for spoilers in the reviews. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played31
« good game but sometimes the characters break inside my house »
👍 anonymous review · 45 h played1
« the cat got mad at me for wanting to smash the sun with a crowbar. that has to be the strangest sentence i have ever written (and i use to write transformers fan fiction) »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played1

In players' words

« My favorite part of OneShot is where they say "it's OneShotting time.." and they OneShot all over the place »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played71
« I'd recommend to play world machine edition instead of this, very confusing fast travel, computer puzzles are confusing, and not possible to move diagonal. The new one fixes all of these problems and a much smoother experience. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« I already beat the game on a pirated variant, but bought it because I want to support the creator »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played431
« Just play it and stop looking for spoilers in the reviews. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played31
« Out of all 100,000 words in the english language, not one of them could describe this game »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played1
« good game but sometimes the characters break inside my house »
👍 anonymous review · 45 h played1
« I think this game may have permanently altered my brain chemistry. I cannot stop thinking about it. I recommend it highly. Please be kind to Niko. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played1
« the cat got mad at me for wanting to smash the sun with a crowbar. that has to be the strangest sentence i have ever written (and i use to write transformers fan fiction) »
👍 anonymous review · 10 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
Story / writing
94 % pos · n=130
Gameplay
91 % pos · n=94
Graphics / art
93 % pos · n=27
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=27
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=8
Value for money
100 % pos · n=6
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=6
Interface / UX
25 % pos · n=4
Performance
50 % pos · n=2
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing13012226
Gameplay948617
Graphics / art272502
Audio / music272700
Content / longevity8800
Value for money6600
Stability / bugs6006
Interface / UX4112
Performance2101
Multiplayer1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 8.6 h on median; those who dislike it: 4.2 h.

<2h
67 % (n=9)
2-10h
98 % (n=310)
10-25h
98 % (n=165)
>25h
100 % (n=10)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Dec 2025 : 100% positive100DecJan 2026 : 100% positive100JanFeb 2026 : 100% positive100FebMar 2026 : 100% positive100MarApr 2026 : 100% positive100AprMay 2026 : 95% positive95MayJun 2026 : 100% positive100JunJul 2026 : 97% positive97Jul

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

💶 Price history

€2.99€4.96€6.94€8.92€10.902017201820192020202120222023202420252026€3.90

Steam price tracked automatically since Dec 09, 2016 · All-time low: €3.90 (Sep 30, 2024)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

10,7 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 11 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 40,8 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

No indexed video for this game yet.

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This game on Twitch

Small streamers to support

LIVE Lazernip 8 viewers · EN — you only have... TWO SHOTS...? !discord !socialsLIVE Sprinklyx 4 viewers · EN — Day 73/90 | finishing the second one shot ending | !discord !yt !vods | DropsEnabled

Streams snapshot from 01/08 à 06h11

Popular clips

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Strengths

  • Storytelling dominates the praise: 122 positive mentions out of 130, highlighting an emotional and unforgettable journey.
  • Gameplay and puzzles receive 86 positive mentions out of 94, with players lauding the original and engaging mechanics.
  • Music and atmosphere: 11 mentions of the immersive soundtrack, creating a memorable experience.
  • Short but sweet: 6 mentions of the game's length, with most players completing it in 2‑10 hours, leaving them wanting more.

Weaknesses

  • Performance issues: 2 negative mentions out of 2, indicating some players experienced technical hiccups.
  • UI could Prado improvement: 1 positive mention out of 4, suggesting room for better user interface design.
  • Bugs: 6 negative mentions, a small fraction of reviews, highlight areas for potential fixes.

Who is it for?

OneShot is a must‑play for adventure and puzzle enthusiasts seeking an emotional, thought‑provoking experience. Its unique narrative and gameplay mechanics will appeal to those who enjoy immersive, story‑driven games.

Is OneShot worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 98% of 63,840 Steam reviews are positive (player score 97/100). Most-praised strength: Storytelling dominates the praise. Current price: 9,75€.

Verdict

With an impressive 97% approval rate among MUT post‑release reviews, OneShot delivers a captivating and memorable experience. While some technical issues may slightly detract, the game’s strengths in storytelling and gameplay ensure a highly enjoyable journey for players.

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