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Out nowUpdated Sep 4

Desktop Explorer

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By Recurring Dream ↗

Rummage through the abandoned profiles of an old PC to unravel an inherited mystery. What secrets hide in this eerie adventure of cryptic games and outdated software? Who was using this computer? And what happened to them?

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GenreAdventure · Simulation
PlatformsPC / Mac
Steam reviews2,042 · 96%
Price$14.39$17.99−20%Ends Sep 12
Languages
English, Simplified Chinese+ 2 others

English, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Traditional Chinese

96%
Positive on Steam2,042 Steam reviews
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Latest from the studio

Straight from the source.

Steam update · Sep 4

Desktop Explorer will be exhibiting at PAX West 2026

- Meet the team & hangout - Play the demo - Print your Sketchy files - IRL Sketchy

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Where to play

From wishlist to your follow list.

Playable now

Available now

Rummage through the abandoned profiles of an old PC to unravel an inherited mystery. What secrets hide in this eerie adventure of cryptic games and outdated software? Who was using this computer? And what happened to them?

Release
Jul 17, 2026
Price
$14.39
Controller
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Official sources onlyNo sponsored placementUpdated Sep 4
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Languages

English · Simplified Chinese · Spanish - Latin America · Traditional Chinese

Comfort and accessibility

  • Custom Volume Controls
  • #category_playable_at_your_own_pace
  • Playable without Timed Input
  • Save Anytime
  • Stereo Sound
System requirements

Minimum

Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 SP1+ (or later) Processor: Intel or AMD Dual Core at 2 GHz or better Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Intel Graphics 4400 or better DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 400 MB available space

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Development timeline

From first build to post-launch.

  1. BuildIn developmentRecurring Dream
  2. ValidateDemos & playtests—
  3. LaunchReleasedJul 17, 2026
  4. LivePost-launchUpdated Sep 4