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This atmospheric, Metroidvania hacking adventure lets you take control of a semi-sapient program struggling against deletion. In the sprawling 3D world of a Mainframe, Recompile features intense combat, tight 3D platforming, super-powered abilities and an environmental logic-based hacking mechanic.
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Plays great on Steam Deck
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Vanquish
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Frequently asked about Recompile
- Is Recompile verified for Steam Deck?
- Yes — Recompile 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 Recompile cost?
- Recompile is listed on Steam at 19.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- What games are most similar to Recompile?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Recompile are ReCore: Definitive Edition, Timothy vs the Aliens, Vanquish.
- Who developed Recompile?
- Recompile was developed by Phigames and published by Dear Villagers.
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