What it likely sold — estimate, stated as a range on purpose
Lifetime units: ~46.5k
(P10–P90: 18.6k – 102k)
Gross revenue: ~$190k
(P10–P90: $76.1k – $418k)
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
Story & writing90% positive · 105 mentions
“I really like how Follow the Meaning feels like stepping into someone else’s strange dream. At the beginning, nothing is fully clear, but if you pay attention, the story slowly starts to make sense. In the game, you play as a detective. He…”
Recommended · Steam review · Apr 2026 · 2 h played · Report / request removalVisuals & audio93% positive · 91 mentions
“I really like how Follow the Meaning feels like stepping into someone else’s strange dream. At the beginning, nothing is fully clear, but if you pay attention, the story slowly starts to make sense. In the game, you play as a detective. He…”
Recommended · Steam review · Apr 2026 · 2 h played · Report / request removalPrice & value86% positive · 29 mentions
“Atmosphere is excellent: characters, art style, and soundtrack create a world you want to explore. Puzzles are alright (mostly intuitive but nothing special), plot is meh, especially in contrast to the atmosphere. The game is also very…”
Recommended · Steam review · Apr 2025 · 1 h played · Report / request removalDifficulty & balance76% positive · 17 mentions
“this is the first game i've played by Second Maze, and i was thoroughly impressed. the story is fun, the art style is cool, and the puzzles aren't too hard or too easy. looking forward to checking out other games by Second Maze!”
Recommended · Steam review · Dec 2025 · 2 h played · Report / request removalContent & longevity81% positive · 16 mentions
“Follow the Meaning is a brief but nice adventure game. You solve a variety of puzzles to eventually uncover what's going on inside the Hospital. There's some fun jokes, and a lot of surrealist moments. I enjoyed my hour with the game, and…”
Recommended · Steam review · May 2025 · 1 h played · Report / request removalGameplay & mechanics92% positive · 13 mentions
“I really like how Follow the Meaning feels like stepping into someone else’s strange dream. At the beginning, nothing is fully clear, but if you pay attention, the story slowly starts to make sense. In the game, you play as a detective. He…”
Recommended · Steam review · Apr 2026 · 2 h played · Report / request removal306 recent English reviews stored · topics keyword-matched · topics under 12 mentions stay hidden · methodology
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