Price check · Updated November 10, 2026
You wake up, alone, on a strange island full of puzzles that will challenge and surprise you.
Works best on Windows PC and Steam Deck (playable)
Best current price at Steam
Waiting could save up to $6.00, if it returns to its lowest price.
A guide from price history and sale dates, not a promise.
Lowest price ever: $3.99 (October 2026)
| Store | Price | Usual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam | $9.99 | $39.99 | Buy |
| Humble Store | $39.99 | $39.99 | Buy |
| Fanatical | $39.99 | $39.99 | Buy |
| GOG | $39.99 | $39.99 | Buy |
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| Developer | Thekla, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Thekla, Inc. |
| Released | Jan 26, 2016 |
| Metacritic | 87 / 100 |
| Languages | 15: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Polish and more |
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 | Windows 7 |
| Processor | 1.8GHz | 2.4GHz |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Intel HD 4000 series | GeForce 780 |
| DirectX | Version 10 | Version 10 |
| Storage | 5 GB available space | 5 GB available space |
How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.
Controller
The Witness 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 ControllerSpeakers
Relaxed games like The Witness sound great on desk speakers. The Pebble V3 is tiny and cheap; the Edifier G2000 fills the room.
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Upgrade pickEdifier G2000 Gaming SpeakersMonitor for the best visuals
Show off The Witness 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 MonitorHeadset for immersive sound
Atmosphere is half of The Witness. The Cloud III has rich spatial sound; the Arctis Nova 7 goes wireless with long battery life.
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Upgrade pickSteelSeries Arctis Nova 7Prices change often, so check the latest price on Amazon. SteelGames may earn a small commission on purchases.
The lowest recorded price is $3.99 in October 2026.
The best current price we found is $9.99 at Steam, against a usual price of $39.99.
Wait. Wait. $9.99 is 150% above its lowest price on record ($3.99). Next big sale: Steam Winter Sale, in 37 days.
