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The origins of the world are yours to decide in this engaging and open-ended builder experience! Shape the geography, control the temperature, and give rise to diverse lifeforms. Witness the birth of an entirely new ecosystem, made with your very own hands!

2017Simulation3.99 USDWindowsby Arc System Works, TOYBOX Inc.
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Frequently asked about Birthdays the Beginning

Does Birthdays the Beginning work on Steam Deck?
Birthdays the Beginning is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
How much does Birthdays the Beginning cost?
Birthdays the Beginning is listed on Steam at 3.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Birthdays the Beginning?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Birthdays the Beginning are Kojimachi, Dinosaur Simulator, CritterGarden.
Who developed Birthdays the Beginning?
Birthdays the Beginning was developed by Arc System Works, TOYBOX Inc. and published by NIS America, Inc..

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