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About Initiation: Lost for far too long, he’s drowning in his loneliness looking for a lean comfort by remaining close to the same rock. His feelings elude leaving him in oppressive despair. How to find the spark to lit the darkness? In which form will it come to you?

2018IndieFree To PlayEarly AccessFree to playDeck PlayableWindowsby Alexandre Rousseau
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Frequently asked about Initiation

Does Initiation run on Steam Deck?
Initiation is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
Is Initiation free to play?
Yes — Initiation is a free-to-play title on Steam. You can install and play it without buying anything, though some games include optional in-app purchases.
Who developed Initiation?
Initiation was developed by Alexandre Rousseau and published by Share Dreams Family.

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