What is the cheapest place to buy But Why??

Steam at $1.99 — an official store, and the lowest of the 1 store we compare for your region. Prices update through the day, so check the table above before buying.

No — But Why? is a paid game. The cheapest we can find it is $1.99.

Has But Why? ever been cheaper?

Yes — the lowest we have tracked since we started tracking it in June 2026 is $1.19. It is $1.99 today.

Is But Why? Steam Deck compatible?

Mostly. Valve rates But Why? Playable on Steam Deck: it runs, but may need some manual tweaking — a community controller layout, or zooming in on small text.

Can I play But Why? on Mac?

Not natively — Steam lists no macOS version of But Why?. Mac players would need a cloud gaming service or a Windows compatibility layer.

Does But Why? have co-op?

Yes — Steam lists But Why? with online co-op.

Is But Why? on PC Game Pass?

No — But Why? is not on PC Game Pass right now. The best price to buy it right now is $1.99.

But Why?

Name: But Why?
Brand: Perspektik
Availability: InStock

Perspektik · February 19, 2026 · Multiplayer, Online Co-Op, Co-op, Exploration, Adventure

Buy But Why? from Steam at $1.99 — the cheapest of 1 store we compare.

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$1.99

lowest tracked $1.19

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Where to buy But Why? — official stores

Steam

Standard Edition · Steam

$1.99

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But Why? price by region

But Why? costs £0.79 in the United Kingdom, €0.89 in Europe (EUR), $1.99 in the United States, $1.99 in Georgia (USD), CA$2.69 in Canada, A$2.79 in Australia, NZ$3.29 in New Zealand, zł4.92 in Poland and R$10.00 in Brazil right now.

Cheapest But Why? offer in each region, in local currency
Region	Best price	Official store	Key shop	Stores
United Kingdom	£0.79 −53%	£1.69	£0.79	2
Europe (EUR)	€0.89 −55%	€1.99	€0.89	2
United Statesyour region	$1.99	$1.99	—	1
Georgia (USD)	$1.99	$1.99	—	1
Canada	CA$2.69	CA$2.69	—	1
Australia	A$2.79	A$2.79	—	1
New Zealand	NZ$3.29	NZ$3.29	—	1
Poland	zł4.92 −30%	zł6.99	zł4.92	2
Brazil	R$10.00	R$10.00	—	1

Each row is a real price from that region's own stores, not a currency conversion, so the figures are not directly comparable. Switch regions in the header to shop the one you buy in.

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About But Why?

But Why? is a short, atmospheric journey about a penguin who chooses to walk toward the mountain and never turns back.There is no grand prophecy.
No heroic destiny.
No one waiting at the top.Only wind.
Only snow.
Only the decision to keep moving.

What Awaits You

Slippery terrain shifts beneath your feet.
Powerful winds push you off balance.
Momentum can be your greatest ally or your worst enemy.Sometimes you glide effortlessly.
Sometimes you lose control.
Sometimes the only thing you can do… is slow down and endure.

Alone or Together

Walk the frozen path alone in quiet reflection.
Or face the mountain with up to 4 players, sharing the cold, the chaos, and the climb.No competition.
No race.
Just persistence.

No Answers. Only a Question.

There is no explicit narrative.
No dialogue.
No guidance.The game doesn’t ask what you are doing.It asks:Why are you still walking?

But Why? — game info

Platforms: Windows
Steam Deck: Playable
Player modes: Single-player, Online co-op
PC Game Pass: Not included

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But Why? price history

But Why? is $1.99 at Steam right now, compared across 1 store. The lowest we have tracked is $1.19.

2026-06-19low $1.19 · now $1.99

Might be worth waiting — It tends to drop further during sales — usual sale price around $1.46.

But Why? price changes · tracked since 19 Jun 2026
Date	Price	Store
1 Sep 2026	$1.99 ▲	Steam
26 Aug 2026	$1.59 ▼	Steam
21 Jul 2026	$1.99 ▲	—
14 Jul 2026	$1.59 ▼	—
9 Jul 2026	$1.99 ▲	—
25 Jun 2026	$1.19 ▼	—
19 Jun 2026	$1.99	—

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But Why? — questions & answers

What is the cheapest place to buy But Why??: Steam at $1.99 — an official store, and the lowest of the 1 store we compare for your region. Prices update through the day, so check the table above before buying.
Is But Why? free?: No — But Why? is a paid game. The cheapest we can find it is $1.99.
Has But Why? ever been cheaper?: Yes — the lowest we have tracked since we started tracking it in June 2026 is $1.19. It is $1.99 today.
Is But Why? worth buying now?: Might be worth waiting. It tends to drop further during sales — usual sale price around $1.46.
Is But Why? Steam Deck compatible?: Mostly. Valve rates But Why? Playable on Steam Deck: it runs, but may need some manual tweaking — a community controller layout, or zooming in on small text.
Can I play But Why? on Mac?: Not natively — Steam lists no macOS version of But Why?. Mac players would need a cloud gaming service or a Windows compatibility layer.
Does But Why? have co-op?: Yes — Steam lists But Why? with online co-op.
Is But Why? on PC Game Pass?: No — But Why? is not on PC Game Pass right now. The best price to buy it right now is $1.99.

What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

✦ AI summary

Players appreciate the game's charming atmosphere and engaging story that makes for an enjoyable experience with others, though many find the core platforming mechanics frustrating and poorly designed. The energy-based jumping system and imprecise hitboxes are frequently cited as significant flaws that undermine what could otherwise be a good experience, leaving some players disappointed despite initial interest.

Recommended Sep 14, 2026

i've never raged at a game more then being a penguin climbing a mountain. this game is so funny though, i had a good time with a friend, but oh my goodness are the hitboxes of the rocks insanely small. we ended up completing it...never again....

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Recommended Sep 11, 2026

Maybe the deepest question is simply but why? Why do we keep searching for meaning in a universe that never promised us an answer this is what i learnt pn the top of that mountain. 10/10 game of the year would you recommend to a friend.

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Recommended Sep 7, 2026

This has been the most amazing game of my entire life. If I died and came back to life I wish I could be reincarnated as a penguin and climb this all over again. Every second ive spent on this game has been nothing but perfect. I only have joy and whimsy when I think of it, and I wish I could be on this game every day. Not a single friend made me want to unalive them for even a second I promise. Thank you Dev, this is truly such an amazing experience. <3

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Recommended Aug 31, 2026

Best game, GOTY.

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Recommended Aug 29, 2026

I'm writing a review because the developer asked me to - even though my friend already left one - but why?

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Recommended Aug 29, 2026

went to the top enjoyed it, the dev told me to write a review, but why?

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