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Secret Mode 74146 Dear Esther: Landmark Edition downloadable game

SKU CH-SB9V-ZT2JD MPN 74146

A narrative adventure on a desolate Hebridean island with randomised audio and visuals making every play-through unique, activated via Steam on PC

  • NameDear Esther: Landmark Edition
  • PublisherSecret Mode
  • DeveloperThe Chinese Room, Robert Briscoe
  • PlatformPC
  • TypeGame
  • GenreAdventure
  • Narrative-driven adventure on a desolate Hebridean island
  • Randomised audio and visuals make each play-through unique
  • Poetic semi-randomised story explores love, loss, guilt, redemption
  • Steam DRM activation on Windows PC
  • Released 14 February 2017 by Secret Mode

What this product is

Dear Esther: Landmark Edition is a narrative-driven adventure game for PC, published by Secret Mode and developed by The Chinese Room with Robert Briscoe. It delivers a pure story experience without traditional gameplay mechanics, using randomised audio and visual elements to make each play-through distinct. The product is a new digital download activated through a Steam account.

How it fits into a library

The game requires a Steam account for activation and installation on Windows systems ranging from XP through Windows 10. Minimum processor requirements list an Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 at 2400 MHz or an AMD Athlon X2 4200+ at 2200 MHz, so older hardware can run the title without upgrades. Regional restrictions block activation in numerous countries; buyers should verify eligibility before purchase.

Behaviour under sustained play

Because the experience focuses on exploration and atmospheric storytelling rather than reflex action, hardware load remains modest during extended sessions. The randomly generated events and audio keep the narrative fresh without increasing system demands. Players seeking competitive multiplayer, complex mechanics or fast-paced challenges will not find them here.

Highlights

  • Narrative-driven adventure on a desolate Hebridean island
  • Randomised audio and visuals make each play-through unique
  • Poetic semi-randomised story explores love, loss, guilt, redemption
  • Steam DRM activation on Windows PC
  • Released 14 February 2017 by Secret Mode

Specifications

NameDear Esther: Landmark Edition
PublisherSecret Mode
DeveloperThe Chinese Room, Robert Briscoe
Model74146
PlatformPC
TypeGame
GenreAdventure
PackagingDownload
DRMSteam
Blocked Region & CountriesAF, BY, CF, CD, CU, IR, IQ, KP, LB, LY, MM, RU, SO, SD, SY, UA, VE, YE, ZW, SS, AR, AM, AZ, BS, BZ, BO, BR, BN, CL, CN, CO, CR, EC, SV, GE, GT, GY, HN, IN, ID, KZ, KW, KG, LA, MY, MX, MD, NI, PA, PY, PE, PH, QA, SA, SG, ZA, SR, TJ, TH, TR, TM, AE, UY, UZ, VN
Release DateFebruary 14, 2017
System RequirementsSteam account is required for game activation and installation.
Windows Requirements
Minimum:
OS: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 (2 * 2400), AMD Athlon X2 4200+ (2 * 2200) or equivalentMemory: 2 GB RAMGraphics: NVIDIA GeForce 7600GT (256 MB), AMD Radeon X1600 XT (256 MB)Storage: 2 GB available spaceRecommended:
OS: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E7300 (2 * 2660), AMD A8-3850 (4 * 2900) or equivalentMemory: 4 GB RAMGraphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 Ti (1024 MB), AMD Radeon HD7770 (1024 MB)Storage: 2 GB available spaceMac OS Requirem
FeatureDear Esther immerses you in a stunningly realised world, a remote and desolate island somewhere in the outer Hebrides. As you step forwards, a voice begins to read fragments of a letter: 'Dear Esther...' - and so begins a journey through one of the most original first-person games of recent years.
Disclaimer© 2017 Sumo Digital Ltd. All rights reserved. Developed by The Chinese Room. Published and distributed by Secret Mode. The Chinese Room and Secret Mode are part of Sumo Group plc.
DEAR ESTHER is a registered trade mark of Sumo Digital Ltd. THE CHINESE ROOM, SECRET MODE, the SECRET MODE logos and the crossed keys controller logo are registered trade marks of Sumo Group plc.
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size25 × 25 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

Will the Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 at 2400 MHz meet the minimum processor requirement?

Yes, the minimum specification lists Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 (2 * 2400) or equivalent as the baseline CPU.

Does the Steam DRM require an active internet connection while playing?

A Steam account is required for activation and installation; Steam manages any online checks after that.

Which operating systems are officially supported for installation?

The supported Windows versions are XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1 and 10.

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