The Message from Deep Space — Is It Worth Playing?
Mission: Translate an interstellar message, using the universal languages of math & science.
Official trailer & screenshots via Steam
About The Message from Deep Space
Premise The Message from Deep Space is an odyssey of puzzles. Take the role of the mission's Translator , working alongside a scrappy band of scientists, and venture headfirst into the world of deciphering an alien language --- completely from the ground up. Scenario Set in 1973 , Earth is the recipient of a meteorite that broadcasts radio waves. In the role of the mission's Translator, the player is responsible for designing responses to the meteorite's transmissions, which, if correct, will elicit new messages from the meteorite. Only through this radio wave dialogue will patterns, words, syntax, and meaning all take form, leaving but one question: What is it the aliens want to say? Features Translate an alien language Learn about an alien civilization Interface with a retro computer Manage a user-driven dictionary Design radio transmissions by frequency Collaborate with scientists that respond to your actions +1000 in-game dialogues +30 minutes OST +30 hours of gameplay Voyager I Inspired by The Golden Record aboard the Voyager I space probe , The Message from Deep Space takes a realistic approach to deciphering an interstellar message. Beginning with the limited universal constants available to technologically advanced civilizations, the message spans a range of real-world fields of math & science. Decoding the message is tough, but with the support of the game's meticulous linguist, the single-minded computer programmer, and the affable astronomer, it is a challenge fit for anyone with Curiosity and Perseverance .
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Should You Play The Message from Deep Space?
Premise The Message from Deep Space is an odyssey of puzzles. Take the role of the mission's Translator , working alongside a scrappy band of scientists, and venture headfirst into the world of deciphering an alien language --- completely from the ground up. Scenario Set in 1973 , Earth is the recipient of a meteorite that broadcasts radio waves. In the role of the mission's Translator, the player is responsible for designing responses to the meteorite's transmissions, which, if correct, will elicit new messages from the meteorite. Only th…
The Message from Deep Space is single-player on Steam and runs on Windows, Mac. It's drawing steady follower growth right now.
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System Requirements & Platforms
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Platforms: Windows, Mac
Minimum
OS: Windows 10 (64 bit) · Processor: 1.5Ghz or better (x86-64) · Memory: 4096 MB RAM · Graphics: OpenGL 2.0 compatible, ATI, Nvidia or Intel HD · Storage: 1 GB available space · Sound Card: Windows compatible sound card
Recommended
OS: Windows 10 (64 bit) · Processor: 2Ghz or better (x86-64) · Memory: 8192 MB RAM · Graphics: OpenGL 2.0 compatible, ATI, Nvidia or Intel HD · Storage: 1 GB available space · Sound Card: Windows compatible sound card
How many players does The Message from Deep Space have?
The Message from Deep Space isn't released yet, so there are no live player numbers — but it already has 544 Steam followers, gaining +217 this week ahead of launch.
Player & follower data via Steam/SteamDB.
The Message from Deep Space — Frequently Asked Questions
- When does The Message from Deep Space release?
- The Message from Deep Space released on Jun 29, 2026 and is available now on Steam.
- What kind of game is The Message from Deep Space?
- The Message from Deep Space is an Indie game. Mission: Translate an interstellar message, using the universal languages of math & science.
- Is The Message from Deep Space multiplayer or co-op?
- No — The Message from Deep Space is listed as single-player only on Steam.
- Is The Message from Deep Space on Steam Deck or consoles?
- The Message from Deep Space runs on Windows, Mac via Steam; Steam Deck compatibility has not been confirmed. No console release has been confirmed.
- How much does The Message from Deep Space cost?
- The Message from Deep Space is priced at $8.99 on Steam.
- What are The Message from Deep Space's system requirements?
- Minimum specs: Windows 10 (64 bit), 1.5Ghz or better (x86-64), 4096 MB RAM, OpenGL 2.0 compatible, ATI, Nvidia or Intel HD, 1 GB available space storage.
- Is The Message from Deep Space worth playing?
- If you enjoy Indie games like Terraria, Garry's Mod, Stardew Valley, yes. It's drawing steady follower growth.
- Who made The Message from Deep Space?
- The Message from Deep Space is developed by Applesinmypants.
- What games is The Message from Deep Space similar to?
- The Message from Deep Space sits alongside Indie games such as Terraria, Garry's Mod, Stardew Valley.
- What platforms is The Message from Deep Space on?
- The Message from Deep Space is available on Windows, Mac.
- How many players does The Message from Deep Space have?
- The Message from Deep Space isn't released yet, so there are no live player numbers — but it already has 544 Steam followers, gaining +217 this week ahead of launch.
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