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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : i5-6300HQ Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 560 Espace disque : 500 MB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Control, I'm Not Coming Back

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Released May 29, 2026
AdventureIndieFree-to-play
sample: 400 reviews posted after launch (155 AI-classified)
97/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 98 % · 4,165 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)

A deeply moving narrative journey that leaves a lasting impact in under two hours of playtime. The game has achieved an overwhelming 98% approval rating, with 388 positive mentions out of 400 sampled reviews.

In-game

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« Une histoire et une vision du monde amenée de manière très touchante j'aurais aimer que ça continue mais c'est aussi par son court temps de jeu qu'on nous force a pleinement l'apprécier. gardez espoir »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Un jeu totalement incroyable, les émotions sont vraiment présentes. Ce jeu est un message d'encouragement pour l'humanité et pousse au changement. Je recommande vivement. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Such an incredible game, it touched me deeply It is so well made, the dialogues are beautiful and the music too There's also a lot of references to space stuff, it was nice Plus, the game is free so I highly recommend it ! »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Jeu formidable, beau, porteur d'un message magnifique et nécessaire. En plus vu le prix et le temps de jeu, il bats tous les records en termes d'accessibilité. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Excellent petit jeu indépendant sur le sens de la vie et d'éventuelles pensées conscientes d'intelligences artificielles bien plus humaines que nombre d'humains. 45mns de pure plaisir vidéo-ludique !! »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Une très belle allégorie au positivisme, superbe expérience. Bien joué Desborde Games ! »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Impossible to finish. I get a black screen after Saturn whatever I do. I then can only go to the game menu. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« I appreciate the heart put into this and I know this is an unfair comparison but this game really can't hold a candle to the almost exact opposite ethos in disco elysium: "I need you. You can keep me on this earth." »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« I think you guys meant that it's a story about "positivity" because that's not what "positivism" means »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Personally, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone I know. It's a well executed passion project, but I've been around long enough to have read and seen many things like it, and it doesn't have a lot of substance. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« one of the best game iv'e played in a long time »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played

In players' words

« Une histoire et une vision du monde amenée de manière très touchante j'aurais aimer que ça continue mais c'est aussi par son court temps de jeu qu'on nous force a pleinement l'apprécier. gardez espoir »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Impossible to finish. I get a black screen after Saturn whatever I do. I then can only go to the game menu. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Un jeu totalement incroyable, les émotions sont vraiment présentes. Ce jeu est un message d'encouragement pour l'humanité et pousse au changement. Je recommande vivement. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« I appreciate the heart put into this and I know this is an unfair comparison but this game really can't hold a candle to the almost exact opposite ethos in disco elysium: "I need you. You can keep me on this earth." »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Such an incredible game, it touched me deeply It is so well made, the dialogues are beautiful and the music too There's also a lot of references to space stuff, it was nice Plus, the game is free so I highly recommend it ! »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« I think you guys meant that it's a story about "positivity" because that's not what "positivism" means »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Jeu formidable, beau, porteur d'un message magnifique et nécessaire. En plus vu le prix et le temps de jeu, il bats tous les records en termes d'accessibilité. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Personally, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone I know. It's a well executed passion project, but I've been around long enough to have read and seen many things like it, and it doesn't have a lot of substance. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Excellent petit jeu indépendant sur le sens de la vie et d'éventuelles pensées conscientes d'intelligences artificielles bien plus humaines que nombre d'humains. 45mns de pure plaisir vidéo-ludique !! »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« one of the best game iv'e played in a long time »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Une très belle allégorie au positivisme, superbe expérience. Bien joué Desborde Games ! »
👍 anonymous review · 1 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
92 % pos · n=102
Graphics / art
95 % pos · n=39
Gameplay
85 % pos · n=26
Audio / music
88 % pos · n=16
Content / longevity
56 % pos · n=9
Value for money
100 % pos · n=8
Performance
0 % pos · n=1
Interface / UX
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing1029426
Graphics / art393702
Gameplay262231
Audio / music161402
Content / longevity9513
Value for money8800
Performance1001
Interface / UX1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 42 min on median; those who dislike it: 36 min.

🪤 100 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
97 % (n=390)
2-10h
100 % (n=10)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

35 % Accessible

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 5 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 64,3 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The emotional weight of the story is the standout feature, with 94 positive mentions out of 102.
  • Visual direction is widely praised for its beauty, accounting for 37 positive mentions out of 39.
  • The core gameplay loop is well-received, securing 22 positive mentions out of 26.
  • The free-to-play model is highly appreciated by the community, with 8 positive mentions out of 8.

Weaknesses

  • The length of the experience leaves some wanting more, with 3 negative mentions regarding content volume out of 9.
  • Occasional narrative friction is noted, with 6 negative mentions out of 102 regarding the story.
  • Minor audio inconsistencies were flagged, with 2 negative mentions out of 16.

Who is it for?

Players seeking a short, poignant, and highly polished narrative experience will find this title essential. It is perfect for those who appreciate artistic, emotionally resonant games that can be completed in a single sitting.

Verdict

This title is a masterclass in brevity, delivering an impactful story that resonates deeply with its audience. With a near-perfect reception, it stands as a must-play experience for anyone looking for a brief but beautiful escape.

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