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Discover the world of Transistor, a sci-fi-themed action RPG from the creators of Bastion.
Transistor is a great soundtrack, female protagonist and indie game
developed and published by Supergiant Games.
Released on May 20th 2014 is available on Windows, MacOS and Linux
in 10 languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Japanese and Simplified Chinese.
It has received 30,592 reviews of which 28,786 were positive and 1,806 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. 😍
The game is currently priced at 19.50€ on Steam.
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Windows
- OS *: Windows 7 32-bit
- Processor: Dual Core CPU - 2.6ghz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1GB of VRAM: Intel HD 3000 GPU / AMD HD 5450 / Nvidia 9400 GT
- Storage: 3 GB available space
MacOS
- OS: 10.7.5
- Processor: Dual Core CPU - 2.6ghz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: OpenGL 3.0+ (2.1 with ARB extensions acceptable)
- Storage: 3 GB available space
Linux
- OS: glibc 2.15+, 32/64-bit
- Processor: Dual Core CPU - 2.6ghz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: OpenGL 3.0+ (2.1 with ARB extensions acceptable)
- Storage: 3 GB available space
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«Transistor» draws you in from the very first second. There are no introductions or long waits in the main menu. You pick up the Transistor and the game begins. Many things immediately catch your eye: a stunningly drawn cyberpunk world with art design that’s very soft and pleasing to the eye. The visuals aren’t overwhelming, and are undoubtedly the game’s main strength. The design holds up right through to the very end of the game. The game runs at a maximum resolution of 1080p, but it looked good on my 1440p monitor, despite some scaling issues. You can switch the game to full-screen mode via a simple setting in Steam-Game properties (-x 2560 -y 1440). Transistor features a very pleasant soundtrack that suits the cyberpunk genre and draws you right in. It’s not quite on a level with, say, Expedition 33, but it’s on a level with something like Hollow Knight, where a magical soundtrack is needed to complement the delicate visuals and fully immerse you in the game. What’s more, a couple of the tracks feature some lovely vocals. As for the gameplay – things are a bit more complicated here. I can’t exactly call it good. For a game lasting 7 hours, it’s quite unique and enjoyable. In theory, we have a whole bunch of abilities that can be combined with one another, but in practice, as soon as we acquire one of the abilities that deals the most damage, 70% of the others simply become useless. ❗Once a high-damage Function becomes available, experimenting with other combinations feels far less rewarding. We also have a semi-active combat system here: you can always trigger your turn and choose the order of actions to deal with enemies more effectively. However, whilst your turn is recharging, the game continues in real time. :\\Crash(), Ping(), Bounce() I’m getting to what I consider the worst part of the game: the plot. Is there even one here…? I suppose so? Don’t get me wrong: the narrative draws you in well, the narrator isn’t annoying right up to the end of the game and is interesting to listen to, but this game’s lore is designed for YouTube analysis videos and forum discussions, not for individual analysis of the plot. I don’t like it when a developer refuses to tell the story straight and leaves the player in the dark, failing to provide clear answers to questions and forcing the player to fill in too many gaps themselves. ❗You won’t find answers to «What?» and «Why?» in this game, especially if you skip the ability descriptions and the terminals with notes. 80% of the in-game story is contained in the notes associated with our abilities, each of which represents a specific person from Cloudbank. By using our abilities, we unlock new notes, and to be honest, reading these notes wasn’t boring, but it was rather tedious. I’d have preferred a visual narrative to this sort of thing. The game’s atmosphere is stunning, but I wouldn’t call the plot the same. It’s far too abstract and doesn’t provide any clear answers. Some people might like that, but I don’t. The ending is a bit weak, too. [Transistor] A lovely, short indie game in the cyberpunk genre, with a very appealing aesthetic, charming music and a brilliant Neo-Art Deco atmosphere. Highly recommended for anyone who loves the cyberpunk genre or simply wants to play something beautiful on their SteamDeck while relaxing in bed. Plug in your headphones and immerse yourself in this world, even if only for a short while. You won’t have time to get bored, and thanks to the beautiful world and short playtime, many of its flaws can be forgiven. The game has been made with heart and soul. [Release Date: 2014] [Engine: Proprietary engine based on C#] [Developer: Supergiant Games] [Time: 7h for 1st Playthrough, 12h for 100%] [Achievements: 100% 33/33, needed 2 Playthrough for 100%, but it's easy] Cyberpunk-Atmosphere: [★★★★★] Style: [★★★★★] Soundtrack: [★★★★☆] Enjoyment: [★★★★☆] Gameplay: [★★★☆☆] Story: [★★★☆☆] «Transistor» is: 🏌️ Turn()Void()Void()Void()Mask()Cull()Cull(). ✍️ Not the best plot. 🖼️ Neo-Art Deco versus Modernism. ⚔️ A brilliant final boss to take on from home. 🌆 The atmospheric world of cyberpunk and a brilliant indie game from a small studio; the music is enchanting. ☯ A man was reincarnated as a sword so he could carry on admiring his beloved. I’ve seen an anime with the same plot summary. Score: [★★★★★★★☆☆☆] [quote=Transistor]«Hey Red. We're not going to get away with this, are we?» https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3764316752
At first, it feels like a simple indie game, but the further you progress, the more you start questioning everything around you. The combat system isn't just about fun—it reflects how you understand and experiment with it. Every ability you choose reshapes your entire playstyle, as if you’re redefining yourself with every battle. The story doesn’t explain itself directly; Instead, it gives you space to observe, infer, and understand. And when everything finally clicks, it hits much harder than you expect. Transistor quietly asks its main question: If everything about you could be turned into a “power”...would you still be yourself? Rating: 8/10
Hi Red… Hey So supergiant Games were truly giant long before people realized it. Transistor isn’t just a game , it’s art in every form: story, music, painting, poetry, emotion. Every pixel, every chord, every whisper from the sword is crafted with purpose. It’s one of those rare experiences that, when it ends, leaves you hollow yet fulfilled , aching for more, but knowing deep down that the story is complete. The ending hits so good it almost feels wrong to replay it, like reopening a letter from someone you’ve already said what you wanted to say to them. When the final pieces connect, you understand something profound: being human with all our love, grief, and choice is a beautiful thing. And if you didn’t feel anything by the end, maybe you’re not human at all. Maybe you’re just another {Process}. Because in that silence, as the credits fade and the music swells, all i wanted to hear is just one thing… Hi Red… Hey
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Frequently Asked Questions
Transistor is currently priced at 19.50€ on Steam.
No, Transistor is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 19.50€ on Steam.
Yes, Transistor received 28,786 positive votes out of a total of 30,592 achieving an impressive rating of 9.21.
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Transistor was developed and published by Supergiant Games.
Yes, Transistor is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Yes, Transistor is playable and fully supported on MacOS.
Yes, Transistor is playable and fully supported on Linux.
Transistor is a single-player game.
Yes, there is a DLC available for Transistor. Explore additional content available for Transistor on Steam.
No, Transistor does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Yes, Transistor supports Remote Play on TV. Discover more about Steam Remote Play.
Yes, Transistor 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.
You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Transistor.
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Game modes
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Online players
15
Developer
Supergiant Games
Publisher
Supergiant Games
Release
20 May 2014
Platforms
Remote Play
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