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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64-bit Processeur : 3GHz 4-Core or Similar Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon RX 580 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 9 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Internet connection required for Online CO-OP

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 64-bit Processeur : 3.3GHz 4-Core/6-Core or Equivalent Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 9 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Internet connection required for Online CO-OP

Dirty Business

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Released July 22, 2026
SimulationEarly Access
sample: 162 reviews posted after launch (55 AI-classified)
74/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 74 % · 164 reviews (« Mostly Positive »)
15,49€ 12,39€ -20%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A rare blend of addiction and frustration: the numbers say most players dive in for the long haul, yet every fifth review still flags interface headaches. Over 90% of those who logged 2-10 hours call it worth the entry fee, even if bugs and UI quirks nudge others away.

In-game

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« Pas mal, mais beaucoup de bug a corriger surtout au niveau des employés ! »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« loving the game, playing co-op with friend bloody fun »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Game is great for a game that just came out as the release I have had no problems with it other than FPS but playing more the FPS got higher »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Not a bad game but it's basically a knock off schedule 1. Also it's definitely is a grind for sure. Make it so unlock staff more early on and make them more automated. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Seriously addictive, even playing solo »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« love making weapons so many weapons »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« really solid but has too much micro management and way too grindy to get first employee. I think if they fix this and add more qol updates this game could be huge »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Well... this game is a copy / paste of Schedule II with some additional content. - however something is missing. Since Schedule II i can say it a 9/10 game, this one I would say its 5/10. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« It took 30 mins to join my friends. game i genuinely think cruelty squad has better graphics, and it all-around felt like a schedule 1 rip off with worse game mechanics. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Just buy schedule one instead. Its a much better drug dealing game that is actually unique and doesnt have piss baby gameplay that sucks. The controls genuinely suck as well. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« game has a good base but rubbish mechanics »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« pretty rad gardening if i do say so myself »
👍 anonymous review · 14 h played

In players' words

« Pas mal, mais beaucoup de bug a corriger surtout au niveau des employés ! »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« really solid but has too much micro management and way too grindy to get first employee. I think if they fix this and add more qol updates this game could be huge »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« loving the game, playing co-op with friend bloody fun »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Well... this game is a copy / paste of Schedule II with some additional content. - however something is missing. Since Schedule II i can say it a 9/10 game, this one I would say its 5/10. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Game is great for a game that just came out as the release I have had no problems with it other than FPS but playing more the FPS got higher »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« It took 30 mins to join my friends. game i genuinely think cruelty squad has better graphics, and it all-around felt like a schedule 1 rip off with worse game mechanics. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Not a bad game but it's basically a knock off schedule 1. Also it's definitely is a grind for sure. Make it so unlock staff more early on and make them more automated. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Just buy schedule one instead. Its a much better drug dealing game that is actually unique and doesnt have piss baby gameplay that sucks. The controls genuinely suck as well. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Seriously addictive, even playing solo »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« game has a good base but rubbish mechanics »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« love making weapons so many weapons »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« pretty rad gardening if i do say so myself »
👍 anonymous review · 14 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
58 % pos · n=48
Content / longevity
40 % pos · n=15
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=13
Multiplayer
88 % pos · n=8
Stability / bugs
17 % pos · n=6
Graphics / art
67 % pos · n=3
Story / writing
50 % pos · n=2
Value for money
0 % pos · n=2
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay4828317
Content / longevity15609
Interface / UX130112
Multiplayer8701
Stability / bugs6105
Graphics / art3201
Story / writing2110
Value for money2002
Performance1100
Audio / music1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 5.1 h on median; those who dislike it: 42 min.

🪤 74 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
26 % (n=42)
2-10h
92 % (n=96)
10-25h
87 % (n=23)
>25h
100 % (n=1)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 75 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 0,7 % 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

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Streams snapshot from 23/07 à 16h23

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Strengths

  • The gameplay loop hooks players quickly: 28 positive mentions out of 48 praise how the mechanics keep them engaged.
  • Multiplayer stands out as a bright spot: 7 positive mentions out of 8 highlight its cooperative appeal.
  • Even the briefest sessions leave a mark: 92% positivity in the 2-10 hour bracket shows early appeal.

Weaknesses

  • The UI is the biggest sore point: 12 negative mentions out of 13 call it a stumbling block.
  • Content depth divides critics: 9 negative mentions out of 15 argue the game feels thin or repetitive.
  • Bugs linger in players' minds: 5 negative mentions out of 6 report persistent technical hiccups.

Who is it for?

Fans of simulation-light, micromanagement-lite games who crave addictive loops and don’t mind wrestling with a janky interface. Cooperative players seeking a lighthearted break will also find value here.

Is Dirty Business worth it in 2026?

Mostly yes, if its flaws don't put you off: 74% of 164 Steam reviews are positive (player score 74/100). Most-praised strength: The gameplay loop hooks players quickly. Current price: 12,39€ (20% off).

Verdict

Dirty Business thrives on its compulsive core loop, but its rough edges—especially the UI—threaten to derail the experience for some. With 74% overall positivity, it’s a title that rewards patience, even if the journey isn’t always smooth.

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