Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 or Greater Processeur : Intel Core 2 1.06Ghz Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Integrated graphics DirectX : Version 9.0 Espace disque : 100 MB d'espace disque disponible
Mad Father
A chilling mansion full of dark secrets keeps players hooked for hours, with the vast majority diving deep into the horror between 2 and 10 hours. Sustained by a 97 percent positive rating across 477 post-launch evaluations and an overwhelming 97 percent historical score from 6645 reviews, this indie classic delivers relentless dread.
In-game
In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story / writing | 111 | 104 | 2 | 5 |
| Gameplay | 89 | 80 | 2 | 7 |
| Graphics / art | 40 | 38 | 0 | 2 |
| Audio / music | 18 | 18 | 0 | 0 |
| Value for money | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Content / longevity | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Interface / UX | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 6.7 h on median; those who dislike it: 3.7 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
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 53,6 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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This game on Twitch
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Strengths
- The narrative drives the horror forward, securing 104 positive mentions out of 111.
- Core mechanics and puzzles anchor the adventure, reflected in 80 positive mentions out of 89.
- Visual direction captures the macabre tone effectively, cited in 38 positive mentions out of 40.
- Soundscapes build effective tension, earning 18 positive mentions out of 18 without a single complaint.
Weaknesses
- Narrative elements occasionally stumble, drawing 5 negative mentions out of 111.
- Gameplay mechanics provoke friction for a small subset, with 7 negative mentions out of 89.
Who is it for?
Horror enthusiasts and fans of story-driven indie adventures who relish classic RPG Maker dread will find a gripping, macabre mansion to explore.
Is Mad Father worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 97% of 6,645 Steam reviews are positive (player score 97/100). Most-praised strength: The narrative drives the horror forward, securing. Current price: 4,09€ (50% off).
Verdict
Mad Father remains an undisputed masterclass in indie horror storytelling, backed by near-unanimous player praise. With robust puzzle design and an unforgettable atmosphere, it is an essential descent into madness.
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