Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 or better Processeur : 2 GHz Intel i5 or better Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Discrete GPU Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Requires 720p or higher resolution and outputs 16:9 aspect only, letterboxed if necessary.
Return of the Obra Dinn
The game's razor‑sharp deduction engine fuels endless discussion about its puzzles. Overall, Return of the Obra Dinn enjoys an Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam, with 96% of the post‑release sample (n = 486) endorsing it.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 134 | 125 | 2 | 7 |
| Story / writing | 67 | 64 | 0 | 3 |
| Graphics / art | 54 | 49 | 1 | 4 |
| Audio / music | 36 | 35 | 0 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Content / longevity | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Performance | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Value for money | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 12 h on median; those who dislike it: 6.6 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Oct 19, 2018 · All-time low: €8.39 (Oct 16, 2020)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 16 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 45,5 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
No indexed video for this game yet.
This game on Twitch
No stream or clip for this game right now.
Strengths
- Gameplay dominates praise: 125 positive mentions out of 134 (93% positive).
- Story captivates players: 64 positive mentions out of 67 (96% positive).
- Audio design receives near‑universal acclaim: 35 positive mentions out of 36 (97% positive).
- Graphics are praised by the majority: 49 positive mentions out of 54 (91% positive).
Weaknesses
- User interface draws criticism: 0 positive mentions out of 5 (0% positive).
- Graphics receive some detractors: 4 negative mentions out of 54 (7% negative).
- Story, while praised, still sees 3 negative mentions out of 67 (4% negative).
Who is it for?
Detective‑mind players who relish intricate puzzles and atmospheric storytelling will find this indie adventure irresistible. Those who expect flash‑heavy visuals should temper expectations, as the game's strength lies in its cerebral design rather than visual polish.
Is Return of the Obra Dinn worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 97% of 34,679 Steam reviews are positive (player score 96/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates praise. Current price: 19,50€.
Verdict
Return of the Obra Dinn stands out as a near‑perfect example of investigative gaming, with its core mechanics and narrative resonating strongly across the community. Minor UI shortcomings and occasional visual critiques do not outweigh the overall brilliance. For anyone who loves a good mystery, it’s an essential experience.
Display this score
This game's player score, as a badge you can embed on your site or page.
Show the badge and the embed code
💬 Discussion
A thought, a tip, a question? Drop a note (no account needed).