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89Highly Rated
12hMain Story
2018Released
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Deal Verdict
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Excellent Deal
$2.43
$19.99
Price History
The current price of $2.43 is $0.20 above the 7-day low of $2.23.
- 7-day low
$2.23
- 30-day low
$2.18
- All-time low
$0.96
$2.43
$2.18
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$0.96
- G2Play
$2.39
- G2Play
$2.40
Ratings
89
Highly Rated
Score from 8 sources, critics and players combined- OpenCritic
- 86/100
- Metacritic
- 83/100
- Xbox
- 4.6/5
- PlayStation3,900 reviews
- 4.71/5
- Steam4,588 reviews
- Very Positive
- Game Informer
- 8/10
- GameSpot
- 8/10
- IGN
- 8/10
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About
The Messenger is an Indie game developed by Sabotage and published by Devolver Digital. It was released on August 29, 2018. The game features single-player gameplay and controller support. Players control a young ninja who must deliver a scroll to save his clan from a demon army. The game begins as a classic action platformer but evolves into a time-traveling adventure with surprises and humor. Players can expect dynamic, acrobatic gameplay with tight controls. The Messenger includes character upgrades, new abilities, hidden levels, and branching paths for exploration. The game features meticulously designed 8-bit and 16-bit sprites, animations, and backgrounds. A memorable cast of offbeat villains, bosses, and associates populate the world. The original soundtrack was composed by Rainbowdragoneyes using Famitracker. The main story takes approximately 12 hours to complete. Adding extras increases the playtime to 14 hours. Completionists can expect to spend around 16 hours with the game.
Details
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- Release Date
8/29/2018
- Developers
- Publishers
- System
- Features
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Age Rating
Crude HumorFantasy ViolenceLanguage
System Requirements
CPUIntel core i5-4210 1.7ghz
Memory2 GB RAM
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 4400
Storage1200 MB available space
How Long To Beat
- Main Story
- 12 Hours
- Main Story + Extra
- 14 Hours
- Completionist
- 16 Hours
Steam Stats
Steam Deck
VerifiedOwners
500,000 - 1,000,000
Achievements
48 Total Achievements
Nothing To Fear
Enter The Ninja
Dungeon Brawler
Deposit At The River Bank
My Bad!
I Quill Survive
Leg Day
Glacial Peaked
Did The Thing
Sweet 16!
Nothing To FearEnter The NinjaDungeon BrawlerDeposit At The River BankMy Bad!I Quill SurviveLeg DayGlacial PeakedDid The ThingSweet 16!
The Messenger Critic Reviews and Review Scores
IGNMitchell Saltzman
8
When you're fully geared up and The Messenger is hitting you with brand new stages and challenges that you haven't seen before, The Messenger is an amazing, must-play experience. Taken as a whole, it's brought down only by fetch quests that make The Messenger last several hours longer than it feels like it should.
Game InformerBrian Shea
8
The Messenger is a terrific throwback to action platformers like Ninja Gaiden with welcome twists. While a mid-game identity crisis detracts from the experience, it's still an adventure worth taking
GameSpotAlexander Pan
8
Inspired by the 8-bit and 16-bit action-platformers of yesteryear, The Messenger is an ambitious and well-balanced side-scroller that's as difficult as it is funny.
The Messenger Buying and Gameplay FAQs
Where can I buy The Messenger the cheapest?
The cheapest price right now is $2.43 at G2Play (87% off the $19.99 list price).
Is The Messenger on sale right now?
Yes, The Messenger is currently on sale with up to 87% off at select stores.
How much does The Messenger cost?
Right now, you can buy The Messenger for as low as $2.43 ($19.99 MSRP), depending on the store and platform.
Is The Messenger on Xbox Game Pass?
No, The Messenger is not currently on Xbox Game Pass. The cheapest way to play is to buy it as low as $2.43, depending on the store and platform.
How much is The Messenger on Steam?
On Steam, The Messenger is listed at $3.99 (MSRP $19.99).
What is the historical lowest price for The Messenger?
The lowest recorded price for The Messenger is $0.96, based on past sales and discounts.
Is The Messenger single-player only?
The Messenger is primarily a single-player experience.
Can I play The Messenger on Steam Deck?
Yes. The Messenger is rated Verified on Steam Deck, so it runs well on the handheld with no extra setup.
Is The Messenger available on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, or Switch?
The Messenger is available on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo.
How long does it take to beat The Messenger?
The main story takes around 12 hours, while a completionist run averages 16 hours.
When did The Messenger release?
The Messenger launched on August 29, 2018.
How much free space do I need for The Messenger?
The game requires at least 1200 MB of free space.
What age rating is The Messenger?
The Messenger is rated E10 for Crude Humor, Fantasy Violence, and Language.
Does The Messenger have DLC?
Yes. The Messenger has at least 1 DLC. This includes The Messenger - Picnic Panic DLC.
The Messenger Patch Notes And Updates
Patch Note
Patch Notes v1.0.4 “Messenger+ Update”Announcement
Patch 1.0.2 - (Bug Fixes) just released on Steam