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2020StrategyIndie16.99 USDDeck VerifiedMetacritic 82Windows · Linuxby Beard Envy
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Frequently asked about Filament

Is Filament verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — Filament is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does Filament cost?
Filament is listed on Steam at 16.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Filament?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Filament are Aster Symphona, Patrick's Parabox, Puddle Knights.
Who developed Filament?
Filament was developed by Beard Envy and published by Kasedo Games, Maple Whispering Limited.

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