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About The Novelist
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.
Release Date
Dec 10, 2013
Developer
Orthogonal Games
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The Novelist FAQ & buying guide

Is The Novelist worth buying?

Steam
74.52% positive
'Mostly Positive', 1,036 reviews
Critics (IGDB)
59/100
4 critics

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What is The Novelist 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.

Story RichChoices MatterAtmosphericStealthIndieFirst-PersonInteractive FictionMultiple Endings

Game modes: Single player

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What is the cheapest place to buy The Novelist?

Right now the lowest price for The Novelist we're tracking is $0.51 at Kinguin โ€” 90% below Steam's $4.99. We compare 3 stores and prices refresh every few minutes.

What is the lowest price The Novelist has ever been?

The lowest price we've recorded for The Novelist is $0.51 at Kinguin on June 8, 2026. The current best price matches that all-time low โ€” historically a good time to buy.

Is The Novelist worth buying?

75% of 1,036 Steam user reviews for The Novelist are positive ("Mostly Positive").

When was The Novelist released?

The Novelist released on December 10, 2013, developed by Orthogonal Games.

What platforms is The Novelist available on?

The Novelist is available on Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac. It supports single player.

Where's the cheapest place to buy The Novelist?

The cheapest The Novelist price right now is $0.51 at Kinguin, 90% below the Steam price.

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All-time low: $0.51 at Kinguin on Jun 8, 2026 โ€” the current best price matches it, a good time to buy.

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