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Congratulations. The October labor lottery is complete. Your name was pulled.
For immediate placement, report to the The Ministry of Admission at Grestin Border Checkpoint. An apartment will be provided for you and your family in East Grestin. Expect a Class-8 dwelling. Glory to Arstotzka.
The communist state of Arstotzka has just ended a 6-year war with neighboring Kolechia and reclaimed its rightful half of the border town, Grestin. Your job as immigration inspector is to control the flow of people entering the Arstotzkan side of Grestin from Kolechia. Among the throngs of immigrants and visitors looking for work are hidden smugglers, spies, and terrorists. Using only the documents provided by travelers and the Ministry of Admission's primitive inspect, search, and fingerprint systems you must decide who can enter Arstotzka and who will be turned away or arrested.
Immerse yourself in a fictional world of spies, criminals, terrorists, secret societies, government agents and more.Unique document-inspection gameplay with escalating challenges.Decide the fate of countless hopeful immigrants while balancing your income and family needs.
Indie·Political·Simulation·Point & Click·Singleplayer
On sale - up to 22% off·Released 8/7/2013·Lucas Pope·5h Main Story·85 Metacritic
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Why We Call This A Poor Deal
The current price of
$7.78
is 35.86% above the historical low of$4.99
. There are currently 10 stores offering the game.What is Papers, Please?
Papers, Please was published by 3909 and developed by Lucas Pope. It was released on August 7, 2013. The game is classified as Indie, Adventure, Puzzle, and Simulation. Players can enjoy Papers, Please as a single-player experience.
The communist state of Arstotzka has just ended a 6-year war with neighboring Kolechia and reclaimed its rightful half of the border town, Grestin. You take on the role of an immigration inspector tasked with controlling the flow of people entering the Arstotzkan side of Grestin from Kolechia. Among those seeking entry are smugglers, spies, and terrorists. You must use the documents provided by travelers and the Ministry of Admission's primitive inspect, search, and fingerprint systems to decide who can enter Arstotzka and who will be turned away or arrested.
The main story in Papers, Please takes approximately 5 hours to complete. If you include additional content, the playtime increases to 8 hours. A completionist playthrough, aiming to achieve all in-game objectives, can take around 16 hours.
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Papers, Please was published by 3909 and developed by Lucas Pope. It was released on August 7, 2013. The game is classified as Indie, Adventure, Puzzle, and Simulation. Players can enjoy Papers, Please as a single-player experience.
The communist state of Arstotzka has just ended a 6-year war with neighboring Kolechia and reclaimed its rightful half of the border town, Grestin. You take on the role of an immigration inspector tasked with controlling the flow of people entering the Arstotzkan side of Grestin from Kolechia. Among those seeking entry are smugglers, spies, and terrorists. You must use the documents provided by travelers and the Ministry of Admission's primitive inspect, search, and fingerprint systems to decide who can enter Arstotzka and who will be turned away or arrested.
The main story in Papers, Please takes approximately 5 hours to complete. If you include additional content, the playtime increases to 8 hours. A completionist playthrough, aiming to achieve all in-game objectives, can take around 16 hours.
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This isn't one of the better deals we've tracked. Waiting is likely the better option.Price History
$7.78
22% off MSRP
Current lowest price
MSRP
$9.99
- 7-Day Low
$7.78
- 30-Day Low
$7.78
- Historical Low
$4.99
$7.78
Ratings
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| Highly Rated | 90 / 100 |
 Metacritic | 85 / 100 |
 Steam | Overwhelmingly Positive 38,223 reviews |
Details
- Platforms
- Release Date
8/7/2013
- Developers
- Publishers
- Features
Mature
Blood, Drug Reference, Nudity, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Violence
System Requirements
Windows
Windows
Linux
Linux
Mac
MacHow Long To Beat
- Main Story
- 5 Hours
- Main Story + Extra
- 8 Hours
- Completionist
- 16 Hours
Steam Stats
Steam Deck
VerifiedOwners
2,000,000 - 5,000,000
Achievements
- Steam
- 13 Total
Compare Papers, Please Prices Across All Stores
| Store | Discount | Sale Price | MSRP | Platform | Region | OS | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G2Play | 22% | $7.78 | $9.99 | GOG | - | - | |
| Driffle | 19% | $8.01 | $9.99 | GOG | Global | - | |
| Eneba | 7% | $9.29 | $9.99 | Steam | Global | ||
| Instant Gaming | 3% | $9.69 | $9.99 | Steam | Worldwide | ||
| Steam | -% | $9.99 | $9.99 | Steam | - |
| GOG | -% | $9.99 | $9.99 | GOG | - | ||
| PlayAsia | -% | $10.62 | $9.99 | Steam | Worldwide | - | |
| K4G | -% | $11.80 | $9.99 | GOG | Global | - | |
| Keycense | -% | $13.45 | $9.99 | Steam | - | - | |
| PremiumCDKeys | -% | $14.24 | $9.99 | Steam | Global | - |
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Papers, Please Buying and Gameplay FAQs
Price & Deals FAQs
Is Papers, Please on sale right now?
Yes, Papers, Please is currently on sale with up to 22% off at select stores.
How much does Papers, Please cost?
Right now, you can buy Papers, Please for as low as $7.78, depending on the store and platform.
Is Papers, Please on Xbox Game Pass?
No, Papers, Please is not currently on Xbox Game Pass. The cheapest way to play is to buy it as low as $7.78, depending on the store and platform.
How much is Papers, Please on Steam?
On Steam, Papers, Please is listed at $9.99 (MSRP $9.99).
What is the historical lowest price for Papers, Please?
The lowest recorded price for Papers, Please is $4.99, based on past sales and discounts.
Crossplay & Platforms FAQs
Is Papers, Please available on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, or Switch?
Papers, Please is available on PC.
Gameplay FAQs
Is Papers, Please single-player only?
Papers, Please is primarily a single-player experience.
Game Stats FAQs
How long does it take to beat Papers, Please?
The main story takes around 5 hours, while a completionist run averages 16 hours.
When did Papers, Please release?
Papers, Please launched on August 7, 2013.
How much free space do I need for Papers, Please?
The game requires at least 100 MB of free space.
What age rating is Papers, Please?
Papers, Please is rated M for Blood, Drug Reference, Nudity, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, and Violence.
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Papers, Please PC – Buying Guide, Reviews and Deal Summary
Papers, Please was developed by Lucas Pope and published by 3909, released on 2013-08-07. Papers, Please is rated M by the ESRB for Blood, Drug Reference, Nudity, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Violence.
Papers, Please Review Scores and Player Reception
Papers, Please has been rated 85/100 on Metacritic and "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam. Use these scores alongside player feedback to decide if it's worth adding to your library at its current price.
Current Papers, Please Lowest Price and Deal Summary
At the moment, the lowest price is
$7.78
, compared to an MSRP of$9.99
. Across all listings, there are currently 10 store offers for Papers, Please, pulled from both authorized retailers and key marketplaces like Driffle, Eneba, G2Play, and GOG. Whether you prefer buying from official sources or want to stretch your budget further through grey-market deals, Gamers Unchained helps you easily compare prices and find the best fit.What Is a Game Key and Is It Safe to Buy?
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