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Off the Text

Type the story, Feel the music. Immerse yourself in a rhythm game wrapped in VHS-era cinema — where every keystroke tells the story and every note hits different, on every key of your full keyboard. Wishlist Now!

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What if the music was always waiting for you to play it?

 Off the Text pulls you into a cinematic soundscape straight out of the 1980s — where the music breathes, the beat hits like a film score, and every note feels like it was written for this exact moment. But this world has a story waiting to be told.

 Pulled into a 1980s time loop he never asked for. A woman he was destined to meet. A man hunting them both. And an umbrella that conjures alphabet.

 And the only way this story gets told is to play — every key, every letter, yours to perform. Every keystroke drives the story forward. You're not watching — you're playing.

 Feel the music. Type the story.

 

 Some games are worth every second. This is one of them. 85 levels, 42 tracks, and a difficulty that starts easy enough for anyone — but grows into a challenge worth chasing. Every try is worth every second of it.

 

— 42+ Tracks That Move You

— 85+ Levels Worth Chasing

— 8,494+ Unique Sound Notes (every key press triggers a distinct musical tone)

— 4+ Difficulty Modes per Level

 

I'm a solo developer — and a gamer, just like you.

 I've always loved indie games that drop you into a world you can actually feel. So I started building indie games. And curating the ones worth experiencing. (Click my developer name to explore what I've curated.)

 And Off the Text is what that love built from a simple belief — that games should be worlds you can almost touch. This is my journey. And I'd love for you to be part of that — through every game I build, and every one I find.

 

The world is ready. Are you?

 > Play the demo now — then wishlist the full game.

 

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System requirements Windows · macOS

Windows

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: Windows 10 64-bit
  • Processor: Intel i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600
  • Memory: 6 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1050 or AMD Radeon RX 570
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 17 GB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
  • Processor: Intel i5-10400 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1650 or AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 17 GB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card

macOS

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: macOS 12.0 (Monterey) or later
  • Processor: Intel Core i5 or Apple M1
  • Memory: 6 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel Iris Pro 5200 or better / Apple M1 or better
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 17 GB available space
  • Sound Card: Built-in audio or compatible sound device

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: macOS 13.0 (Ventura) or later
  • Processor: Intel Core i7 or Apple M1 Pro/Max/Ultra
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: AMD Radeon Pro 560 or better / Apple M1 Pro or better
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 17 GB available space
  • Sound Card: Built-in audio or compatible sound device
Game details Languages, features & support
Publisher
betaDrive Modes
Brazilian rating
12
Steam Germany rating
12
Features
Single-player, Custom Volume Controls, Adjustable Difficulty, Keyboard Only Option, Save Anytime, Stereo Sound, Family Sharing
Languages
English*
*languages with full audio support
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Off the Text free to play?
Yes, Off the Text is free to play on Steam.
What genre is Off the Text?
Off the Text is a Action, Indie game.
Who developed Off the Text?
Off the Text was developed by betaDrive Modes and published by betaDrive Modes.
What platforms does Off the Text support?
Available on Steam for Windows, macOS.