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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 — % of positive reviews since launch · 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.

In-game

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« Une expérience unique, dans la même lignée qu’Outer Wilds. OneShot fait partie de ces rares jeux qui ne fonctionnent vraiment qu’une seule fois mais qui te marquent. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« Je ne me suis jamais senti aussi mal de finir un jeu depuis Undertale. Etant un grand fan de jeu indépendant, celui ci m'a laissé sans voix. A faire absolument sans spoil »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played
« j'aiadoré l'histoire et comment niko nous parle je me suis vrmt attaché au jeux 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« un des meilleurs jeux que j'ai jouer »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played
« 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
« Ce jeu et un CHEF-D'OEUVRE. déjàs, j'ai beaucou aimé l'aspect "méta" du jeu. pa exemple les erreurs windows, et les énigme ou l'on doit utiliser le pc. »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« Un excellent jeu, qui demande de réfléchir hors cadre et qui ne guide pas trop le joueur. »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played
« Just... a heart braking master piece. »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played

In players' words

« Une expérience unique, dans la même lignée qu’Outer Wilds. OneShot fait partie de ces rares jeux qui ne fonctionnent vraiment qu’une seule fois mais qui te marquent. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« 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
« Je ne me suis jamais senti aussi mal de finir un jeu depuis Undertale. Etant un grand fan de jeu indépendant, celui ci m'a laissé sans voix. A faire absolument sans spoil »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played
« Ce jeu et un CHEF-D'OEUVRE. déjàs, j'ai beaucou aimé l'aspect "méta" du jeu. pa exemple les erreurs windows, et les énigme ou l'on doit utiliser le pc. »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« j'aiadoré l'histoire et comment niko nous parle je me suis vrmt attaché au jeux 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Un excellent jeu, qui demande de réfléchir hors cadre et qui ne guide pas trop le joueur. »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played
« un des meilleurs jeux que j'ai jouer »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played
« Just... a heart braking master piece. »
👍 anonymous review · 9 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
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% positive100DecFeb 2026 : 100% positive100FebMar 2026 : 100% positive100MarJul 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)

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This game on Twitch

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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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