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Prepare to experience the original man-on-the-run thriller in a completely new way! There are secrets to be discovered, locations to be explored and - above all - an incredible tale to be told in this ground-breaking interactive novel.

2013IndieAdventureCasual0.99 USDWindows · macOS · Linuxby The Story Mechanics
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Frequently asked about The 39 Steps

How much does The 39 Steps cost?
The 39 Steps is listed on Steam at 0.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to The 39 Steps?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside The 39 Steps are Bobok, A Night at the Watermill, Room Service.
Who developed The 39 Steps?
The 39 Steps was developed by The Story Mechanics and published by The Secret Experiment.

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