What it likely sold — estimate, stated as a range on purpose
Lifetime units: ~9.9k
(P10–P90: 4k – 21.9k)
Gross revenue: ~$122k
(P10–P90: $48.8k – $269k)
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 Jul 8, 2026.
Player voice — measured shares of Steam thumbs, never a model
Story & writing85% positive · 85 mentions
“In The Ratline, hardboiled private eye Saul Perlman collects photos, makes calls, and collects old-school wiretaps to hunt down former Nazis. It's a uniquely 1970s approach to the ol' Roottrees and Obra Dinn formula, but it would benefit…”
Recommended · Steam review · Apr 2026 · 8 h played · Report / request removalGameplay & mechanics70% positive · 56 mentions
“In The Ratline, hardboiled private eye Saul Perlman collects photos, makes calls, and collects old-school wiretaps to hunt down former Nazis. It's a uniquely 1970s approach to the ol' Roottrees and Obra Dinn formula, but it would benefit…”
Recommended · Steam review · Apr 2026 · 8 h played · Report / request removalVisuals & audio79% positive · 39 mentions
“In The Ratline, hardboiled private eye Saul Perlman collects photos, makes calls, and collects old-school wiretaps to hunt down former Nazis. It's a uniquely 1970s approach to the ol' Roottrees and Obra Dinn formula, but it would benefit…”
Recommended · Steam review · Apr 2026 · 8 h played · Report / request removalControls & UI78% positive · 36 mentions
“In The Ratline, hardboiled private eye Saul Perlman collects photos, makes calls, and collects old-school wiretaps to hunt down former Nazis. It's a uniquely 1970s approach to the ol' Roottrees and Obra Dinn formula, but it would benefit…”
Recommended · Steam review · Apr 2026 · 8 h played · Report / request removalDifficulty & balance93% positive · 30 mentions
“In The Ratline, hardboiled private eye Saul Perlman collects photos, makes calls, and collects old-school wiretaps to hunt down former Nazis. It's a uniquely 1970s approach to the ol' Roottrees and Obra Dinn formula, but it would benefit…”
Recommended · Steam review · Apr 2026 · 8 h played · Report / request removalPrice & value86% positive · 21 mentions
“Coming from The Roottrees Are Dead, I really enjoyed The Ratline. The writing is sharp and witty, the 1971 atmosphere is brilliantly realised, and there is something deeply satisfying about piecing together the identities of Nazi war…”
Recommended · Steam review · Mar 2026 · 12 h played · Report / request removalContent & longevity100% positive · 14 mentions
“In The Ratline, hardboiled private eye Saul Perlman collects photos, makes calls, and collects old-school wiretaps to hunt down former Nazis. It's a uniquely 1970s approach to the ol' Roottrees and Obra Dinn formula, but it would benefit…”
Recommended · Steam review · Apr 2026 · 8 h played · Report / request removal272 recent English reviews stored · topics keyword-matched · topics under 12 mentions stay hidden · methodology
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