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Go around dangerous traps, solve riddles. There is only one way. Can you find it?

2018IndieFree To PlayCasualFree to playDeck PlayableWindowsby Magnolia Art
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Frequently asked about The Directed

Does The Directed run on Steam Deck?
The Directed 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 The Directed free to play?
Yes — The Directed 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.
What games are most similar to The Directed?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside The Directed are logiCally, Zerko, Pipe connect.
Who developed The Directed?
The Directed was developed by Magnolia Art.

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