What it likely sold — estimate, stated as a range on purpose
Lifetime units: ~38.4k
(P10–P90: 15.3k – 84.4k)
Gross revenue: ~$220k
(P10–P90: $88k – $484k)
Estimate, method v1.0 — before Steam's ~30% share, refunds and VAT. The band approximates where about 8 in 10 comparable games land in published studies; some sit outside it. Our own hit rate goes on the accuracy ledger once measured. How we estimate
Estimates are statistical inferences from public data. They are not sourced from Valve or the developer and may deviate materially from actual results. Do not rely on them for investment or contractual decisions. As of Oct 1, 2026.
Player voice — measured shares of Steam thumbs, never a model
Gameplay & mechanics83% positive · 90 mentions
“Having beaten everything in the game except for boss rush mode, I can honest say that this game is great! Don't listen to all the haters out there, I can safely say that the combat feels quite different than Hollow Knight and the parry…”
Recommended · Steam review · Aug 2025 · 5 h played · Report / request removal
Content & longevity88% positive · 48 mentions
“Having beaten everything in the game except for boss rush mode, I can honest say that this game is great! Don't listen to all the haters out there, I can safely say that the combat feels quite different than Hollow Knight and the parry…”
Recommended · Steam review · Aug 2025 · 5 h played · Report / request removal
Visuals & audio84% positive · 45 mentions
“We got Hollow Knight 2 before Silksong. Jokes aside it's a good game. You can feel that it is not some soulless copy, as many haters would like claim. The small team put their love in it just like Team Cherry for their game did and the…”
Recommended · Steam review · May 2025 · 4 h played · Report / request removal
Story & writing59% positive · 34 mentions
“Deviator is an ambitious 2D Metroidvania developed and published by Gami Studio, one that wears its influences proudly while building its identity around precision-based combat and reactive gameplay. It invites players into a dark…”
Recommended · Steam review · Nov 2025 · 12 h played · Report / request removal
Performance & stability77% positive · 30 mentions
“the criticisms against the art style being derivative are valid. also this game is still in early access. there are bugs from time to time. the combat in this game is very nice, and the bosses can get pretty challenging. it's a great game…”
Recommended · Steam review · Apr 2025 · 13 h played · Report / request removal
Price & value88% positive · 26 mentions
“Having beaten everything in the game except for boss rush mode, I can honest say that this game is great! Don't listen to all the haters out there, I can safely say that the combat feels quite different than Hollow Knight and the parry…”
Recommended · Steam review · Aug 2025 · 5 h played · Report / request removal
Controls & UI64% positive · 22 mentions
“Pros: Innovative level design that constantly surprises. Tight, responsive controls that make gameplay feel satisfying. The art is nice although many people compare it to HK. Challenging yet fair difficulty that rewards skill and…”
Recommended · Steam review · Sep 2025 · 0 h played · Report / request removal
Difficulty & balance65% positive · 17 mentions
“Pros: Innovative level design that constantly surprises. Tight, responsive controls that make gameplay feel satisfying. The art is nice although many people compare it to HK. Challenging yet fair difficulty that rewards skill and…”
Recommended · Steam review · Sep 2025 · 0 h played · Report / request removal
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