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70Well Rated
2hMain Story
2013Released
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Deal Verdict
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Great Deal
$0.77
$4.99
Price History
The current price of $0.77 matches the 7-day low, making this the lowest price seen in the past week.
- 7-day low
$0.77
- 30-day low
$0.65
- All-time low
$0.22
$0.78
$0.65
Lowest Recorded Offers
- K4G
$0.22
- K4G
$0.37
- GameSeal
$0.40
Ratings
70
Well Rated
Score from 7 sources, critics and players combined| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
 OpenCritic | 69 / 100 |
 Metacritic | 66 / 100 |
 Steam | Mostly Positive 447 reviews |
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 Eurogamer | 8 / 10 |
|---|---|
Game Informer | 7 / 10.0 |
GameSpot | 7 / 10 |
 IGN | 6.5 / 10.0 |
About
The Novelist asks one central question: can you achieve your dreams without pushing away the people you love? The game focuses on Dan Kaplan, a novelist struggling to write the most important book of his career while trying to be the best husband and father he can be.
Details
- Platforms
- Release Date
12/10/2013
- Developers
System Requirements
CPU1.8 GHz
Memory2 GB RAM
Graphics256 MB VRAM video card
Storage800 MB available space
CPU2 GHz
Memory4 GB RAM
Graphics512 MB VRAM video card
OSOS X Lion (10.7) or higher
CPU1.8 GHz
Memory2 GB RAM
Graphics256 MB VRAM video card
Storage800 MB available space
OSOS X Mountain Lion (10.8)
CPU2 GHz
Memory4 GB RAM
Graphics512 MB VRAM video card
CPU1.8 GHz
Memory2 GB RAM
Graphics256 MB VRAM video card
Storage800 MB available space
CPU2 GHz
Memory4 GB RAM
Graphics512 MB VRAM video card
How Long To Beat
- Main Story
- 2 Hours
- Main Story + Extra
- 3 Hours
- Completionist
- 3 Hours
Supported Languages
Interface
Audio
English
✓
✓
Steam Stats
Steam Deck
UnknownOwners
100,000 - 200,000
The Novelist Critic Reviews and Review Scores
IGNKeza MacDonald
6
The Novelist is an interesting, minimalist study of family relationships undermined by a rather superficial narrative.
EurogamerCara Ellison
8
It's an interesting short experiment in narrative choices, then, but perhaps I'm just missing the point because I'm single, young, childless, and will never be able to afford that house. In any case, I really hope Mr Ghost gets to flip a table over one day or spew some food just once, because he's really earned it.
Game InformerJoe Juba
7
Seeing one character succeed at another's expense isn't exactly fun, but it results in some tough and thought-provoking decisions
GameSpotCarolyn Petit
7
The Novelist doesn't tell the most tightly constructed of stories, but the choices it forces you to make have real, affecting weight.
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The Novelist Patch Notes And Updates
Announcement
Soundtrack Now Available!Announcement
Soundtrack Now Available!Patch Note
The Novelist 1.13Announcement
The Novelist 1.13The Novelist Buying and Gameplay FAQs
Is The Novelist single-player only?
The Novelist is primarily a single-player experience.
Is The Novelist on sale right now?
Yes, The Novelist is currently on sale with up to 84% off at select stores.
How much does The Novelist cost?
Right now, you can buy The Novelist for as low as $0.77, depending on the store and platform.
Is The Novelist on Xbox Game Pass?
No, The Novelist is not currently on Xbox Game Pass. The cheapest way to play is to buy it as low as $0.77, depending on the store and platform.
How much is The Novelist on Steam?
On Steam, The Novelist is listed at $4.99 (MSRP $4.99).
What is the historical lowest price for The Novelist?
The lowest recorded price for The Novelist is $0.22, based on past sales and discounts.
Is The Novelist available on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, or Switch?
The Novelist is available on PC.
How long does it take to beat The Novelist?
The main story takes around 2 hours, while a completionist run averages 3 hours.
When did The Novelist release?
The Novelist launched on December 10, 2013.
How much free space do I need for The Novelist?
The game requires at least 800 MB of free space.
Does The Novelist have DLC?
Yes. The Novelist has at least 1 DLC. This includes The Novelist: Original Score.