Price check · Updated November 10, 2026
Embark on an emotional journey of losing the love of one's life. Manipulate time, solve puzzles, reshape surroundings as you push forward into the bittersweet recollections of a past life. This is a story about happiness and hardship, joy and sorrow. A story that all of us will one day experience.
Works best on Windows PC and Steam Deck
Best current price at Fanatical
Waiting could save up to $1.73, if it returns to its lowest price.
A guide from price history and sale dates, not a promise.
Lowest price ever: $1.56 (July 2025)
| Store | Price | Usual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fanatical | $3.29 | $19.99 | Buy |
| GOG | $3.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| WinGameStore | $3.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| GamersGate | $4.00 | $19.99 | Buy |
| Steam | $7.50 | $24.98 | Buy |
| Gamesplanet | $17.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| GreenManGaming | $19.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| DreamGame | $19.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| Humble Store | $19.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
Arise: A Simple Story begins at the end of a man's life and sends him back through his memories, from childhood to old age. Each chapter is a large, dreamlike landscape built from one stage of his past, covering love, joy, loss and grief. The key mechanic lets you move time forward and backward within a scene, shifting the world around you to clear a path.
The game tells its story without dialogue and keeps a calm, steady pace built on light platforming and puzzles. It can be played alone or with a second person in local co-op, which suits couples or friends sharing a couch. It is a good pick for players who value emotional storytelling.
Trailer and screenshots are from the publisher. Tap a screenshot to enlarge it.
| Developer | Piccolo Studio |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Untold Tales |
| Released | Dec 3, 2020 |
| Metacritic | 79 / 100 |
| Languages | 14: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese and more |
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 / 8.1 / 10 (64 bit) | Windows 10 (64 bit) |
| Processor | Intel Core i3 4340 3.6 GHz or AMD equivalent | Intel Core i7 3770K 3.5 GHz or AMD equivalent |
| Memory | 6 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 2 GB or AMD Radeon equivalent | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB or AMD Radeon equivalent |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 6 GB available space | 6 GB available space |
| Sound Card | DirectX 9.0c Compliant | DirectX 9.0c Compliant |
How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.
Headset for co-op voice chat
Arise: A Simple Story is better with friends on voice. The Cloud III has a clear detachable mic; the G733 goes wireless for long co-op nights.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G733 Lightspeed Wireless HeadsetMicrophone
For crisp voice chat or streaming Arise: A Simple Story, a desk mic beats any headset mic. The AM8 is a great USB starter; the QuadCast S is the creator favorite.
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Upgrade pickHyperX QuadCast SController
Arise: A Simple Story plays great on a controller. The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C is a cheap, reliable PC pad; the Ultimate 2 adds drift-free Hall effect sticks and a charging dock.
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Upgrade pick8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless ControllerMonitor for the best visuals
Show off Arise: A Simple Story on a sharp 1440p screen. The SANSUI is the budget pick; the 32-inch curved Odyssey wraps the picture around you.
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Upgrade pickSamsung Odyssey G55C 32-inch QHD Curved MonitorSteam Deck storage
Arise: A Simple Story runs on Steam Deck. A fast microSD card adds room for it and the rest of your library.
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Upgrade pickSanDisk 512GB microSD for Nintendo SwitchPrices change often, so check the latest price on Amazon. SteelGames may earn a small commission on purchases.
The lowest recorded price is $1.56 in July 2025.
The best current price we found is $3.29 at Fanatical, against a usual price of $19.99.
Wait. Wait. $3.29 is 111% above its lowest price on record ($1.56). Next big sale: Black Friday weekend, in 17 days.
