What it likely sold — estimate, stated as a range on purpose
Lifetime units: ~51.4k
(P10–P90: 20.6k – 113k)
Gross revenue: ~$421k
(P10–P90: $168k – $927k)
Estimate, method v1.0 — before Steam's ~30% share, refunds and VAT. The band approximates where about 8 in 10 comparable games land in published studies; some sit outside it. Our own hit rate goes on the accuracy ledger once measured. How we estimate
Estimates are statistical inferences from public data. They are not sourced from Valve or the developer and may deviate materially from actual results. Do not rely on them for investment or contractual decisions. As of Oct 2, 2026.
Player voice — measured shares of Steam thumbs, never a model
Last 90 days: 77% positive across 30 stored reviews. Adventure games with 100+ reviews typically sit around 86% (median of 4113 games).
Story & writing72% positive · 117 mentions
“There are reasons I really really respect this game, and reasons it really lost my respect. After understanding what's going on and getting the intended ending once, I immediately restarted the game and tried to be as non-compliant as…”
Recommended · Steam review · Sep 2025 · 2 h played · Report / request removalVisuals & audio80% positive · 82 mentions
“Threshold is a retro PS1 styled psychological horror game that is heavy with a very oppressive atmosphere. The game has unique gameplay elements, where you manage work tasks while monitoring your breathing. Fresh air is a commodity in this…”
Recommended · Steam review · Dec 2025 · 4 h played · Report / request removalGameplay & mechanics60% positive · 65 mentions
“Threshold is a retro PS1 styled psychological horror game that is heavy with a very oppressive atmosphere. The game has unique gameplay elements, where you manage work tasks while monitoring your breathing. Fresh air is a commodity in this…”
Recommended · Steam review · Dec 2025 · 4 h played · Report / request removalContent & longevity68% positive · 37 mentions
“THRESHOLD, developed by Julien Eveillé and published by CRITICAL REFLEX, is a psychological horror game that thrives on atmosphere, minimalism, and slow-burning tension. Set in a decaying outpost high in the mountains, the game drops…”
Recommended · Steam review · Sep 2025 · 13 h played · Report / request removalPrice & value66% positive · 35 mentions
“It is a difficult recommend unless you, like I had, received it as part of a bundle or on sale. It's a fascinating and bizarre experiment between what needs to be done and what you feel compelled to do. While the environment is…”
Recommended · Steam review · Jan 2026 · 2 h played · Report / request removalPerformance & stability60% positive · 30 mentions
“There are reasons I really really respect this game, and reasons it really lost my respect. After understanding what's going on and getting the intended ending once, I immediately restarted the game and tried to be as non-compliant as…”
Recommended · Steam review · Sep 2025 · 2 h played · Report / request removalDifficulty & balance81% positive · 16 mentions
“One of my favorite games I played in 2025 with Mouthwashing, CRITICAL REFLEX never disappoints (although Mouthwashing is on a completely different level and an incredible masterpiece, but that's not the subject). While playing, I felt a…”
Recommended · Steam review · Jul 2026 · 7 h played · Report / request removal316 recent English reviews stored · topics keyword-matched · topics under 12 mentions stay hidden · methodology
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