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The Great Perhaps is a time travel puzzle game about an astronaut returning to Earth destroyed by natural cataclysms. There, among the ruins he finds an unusual artifact — an old lantern, in the light of which you can see glimpses of another time and travel to the past.

The Great Perhaps is a adventure, indie and casual game developed by Caligari Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment.
Released on August 14th 2019 is available on Windows, MacOS and Linux in 9 languages: English, French, German, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Spanish - Spain, Ukrainian and Japanese.

It has received 789 reviews of which 631 were positive and 158 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. 😊

The game is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for less on K4G.

The Steam community has classified The Great Perhaps into these genres:

Adventure Indie Casual Horror Time Travel Post-apocalyptic Sci-fi Singleplayer Puzzle Exploration 2D Atmospheric Story Rich Short Mystery Third Person Stylized Great Soundtrack Cartoony Family Friendly

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System requirements

These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.

Windows
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS *: Windows 7 (64 Bit)
  • Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVidia Geforce GTX 650 Ti, AMD Radeon HD 7790
  • DirectX: Version 10
  • Storage: 5 GB available space
  • Sound Card: Direct X Compatible
MacOS
  • OS: MacOS Sierra (10.12)
  • Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVidia Geforce GTX 650 Ti, AMD Radeon HD 7790
  • Storage: 5 GB available space
Linux
  • OS: Ubuntu 16.04 (64 Bit)
  • Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVidia Geforce GTX 650 Ti, AMD Radeon HD 7790
  • Storage: 5 GB available space

User reviews & Ratings

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Sept. 2025
The Great Perhaps, developed by Caligari Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment, offers players an emotionally charged narrative-driven adventure that explores themes of loss, memory, and the fragility of time. At its core, the game tells the story of an astronaut returning to a post-apocalyptic Earth, only to find a world devastated by natural disasters. This bleak setting sets the stage for a reflective journey as the protagonist discovers a mysterious lantern that allows him to travel back and forth between the present and the past. This mechanic is central to both the storytelling and gameplay, giving players a unique way to engage with the environment and unravel the mysteries behind the world's collapse. The narrative unfolds gradually, with the player piecing together the events that led to Earth's destruction by shifting timelines. This time travel element is cleverly used to provide context and emotional weight, allowing players to witness moments before catastrophe as well as their aftermath. It encourages exploration and careful observation, rewarding players who pay attention to subtle environmental storytelling and details. The story itself is introspective and contemplative, leaning heavily into a melancholic atmosphere that invites players to reflect on themes of regret, hope, and human resilience. Visually, The Great Perhaps impresses with its hand-drawn art style that perfectly balances beauty and desolation. The backgrounds are richly detailed, vividly contrasting the vibrant past with the desolate present, and evoking a deep sense of nostalgia. Character designs are minimalistic yet expressive, allowing the emotional undertones of the story to resonate without distraction. The visual design supports the game’s atmosphere superbly, creating an immersive world that draws players into its haunting narrative. The audio experience complements the visuals with a haunting and evocative soundtrack that enhances the game’s emotional tone. Music swells during pivotal moments, guiding the player’s emotional journey without overpowering the gameplay. Subtle sound effects provide necessary cues and enrich the world’s ambiance, making the experience feel alive and cohesive. Together, the visuals and audio form a compelling sensory backdrop that elevates the story’s impact. Despite its strong artistic and narrative presentation, The Great Perhaps has received mixed feedback regarding its gameplay mechanics. While the time travel concept is innovative and holds great narrative potential, some players and critics have found that the puzzles and interactions feel simplistic and occasionally underdeveloped. The gameplay often takes a backseat to the story, which may disappoint those looking for more complex or challenging gameplay elements. Additionally, the game’s pacing can feel uneven at times, with slow sections that may test the patience of players seeking more action or engagement. The game is undoubtedly tailored for players who prioritize atmosphere and story over traditional gameplay complexity. Its appeal lies in its thoughtful storytelling and emotional depth, rather than in providing extended gameplay variety or difficulty. For those who enjoy games that are reflective and narrative-driven, The Great Perhaps offers a rewarding experience, but it may not satisfy players looking for more dynamic or intricate gameplay systems. In summary, The Great Perhaps is a visually striking and emotionally resonant indie adventure that explores profound themes through its use of time travel and a post-apocalyptic setting. While it may falter somewhat in gameplay depth and pacing, its compelling story, beautiful art, and evocative soundtrack make it a memorable experience for those willing to engage with its somber tone and introspective narrative. It stands as an example of how games can convey powerful emotional stories, even when gameplay mechanics take a simpler form. For players interested in a contemplative journey through memory and loss, The Great Perhaps is a worthwhile exploration. Rating: 8/10
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Aug. 2025
Control are super janky, not a good ending, mid game at best. Only reason for the thumbs up is the price, for a $1.40 you get what you pay for.
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Feb. 2025
An interesting story and the core gameplay mechanic promise a lot of entertainment. Unfortunately, the game falls short in many areas. I still recommend it. If you want to know what axes I have to grind with The Great Perhaps, watch my review, where I go into more detail: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3434480163
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Jan. 2025
Medium story with bad ending that answers nothing. But on sale for 1 euro it's a nice atmospheric time-killer with an pretty interesting gameplay element.
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Dec. 2024
Picked this up during the Steam Winter Sale and I am so glad I did. This game is simple side scroller game and yet the story is rich with great art and music to back it up. The mechanics of switching back and forth between past and present is what initially drew me in and is what kept me engage even when some of the game tasks began to feel repetitive. I am not an advanced or highly skilled gamer by any means and found the game to be decently challenging, I died so many times mainly because I couldn't figure out what I was supposed to do next which I would say is the only downside but once I figured it the next task it stopped being frustrating and went back to being fun. I thought it was overall a very clever and enjoyable game and while other reviewers may be disappointed in the ending, I think it was fantastic. I managed to complete the game with all achievements in 192 minutes with some pauses for snacks, and the occasional sneeze/cough (I had the flu while playing). 100% recommend playing this game.
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The Great Perhaps is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam.

The Great Perhaps is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 9.99€ on Steam.

The Great Perhaps received 631 positive votes out of a total of 789 achieving a rating of 7.60.
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The Great Perhaps was developed by Caligari Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment.

The Great Perhaps is playable and fully supported on Windows.

The Great Perhaps is playable and fully supported on MacOS.

The Great Perhaps is playable and fully supported on Linux.

The Great Perhaps is a single-player game.

The Great Perhaps does not currently offer any DLC.

The Great Perhaps does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

The Great Perhaps does not support Steam Remote Play.

The Great Perhaps is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

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