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But Why Penguin?

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But Why Penguin?

Nothing matters. You left your monotonous colony behind. Complete tasks, chase your dreams, walk across the ice while humans watch you, and uncover the secret that will be revealed in 2027. But why?

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Nothing meant anything. Everything was the same: the sounds, the walks, the stares. Then a task appeared in your head. It wasn’t clear. It didn’t make sense. But it was enough. For your dreams, you had to be a lone penguin. Because maybe this whole walk is meant to uncover a secret that’s been waiting for years.

Being a Penguin

This is the story of a penguin who keeps asking questions. Enter dialogues with humans and penguins. People are watching you. It’s a strange feeling. But you’re used to it now.

Explore, Walk, Keep Going

The poles look vast, cold, and empty. Complete mini-tasks, overcome courses, chart your route with the map, visit research stations, open ice fields, and quiet spots. Your dreams may feel far away. But you keep moving forward.

Sometimes not thinking is best. Fish on the ice. Break the rhythm. Set off again.

2027

There are small clues everywhere. But the voice in your head keeps saying the same thing: 2027. Maybe the question is more important.

Nothing means anything. Yet you’re here. But why? Welcome.

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System requirements Windows

Windows

Minimum

Minimum:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS *: Windows 7 / 8 / 10 / 11 (64-bit)
  • Processor: Intel Core i3-2100 or equivalent
  • Memory: 2048 MB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 4000 or equivalent
  • DirectX: Version 10
  • Storage: 500 MB available space
  • Sound Card: Integrated
  • Additional Notes: Runs smoothly on most low-end systems.

Recommended

Recommended:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)
  • Processor: Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 3
  • Memory: 4096 MB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 750 / AMD Radeon R7 or better
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 512 MB available space
  • Sound Card: Integrated or better
  • Additional Notes: SSD recommended for smoother experience
Game details Languages, features & support
Publisher
UPI Games
Brazilian rating
6
Steam Germany rating
6
Features
Single-player, Adjustable Text Size, Camera Comfort, Color Alternatives, Custom Volume Controls, Keyboard Only Option, Mouse Only Option, #category_playable_at_your_own_pace, Playable without Timed Input, Save Anytime, Subtitle Options, Family Sharing
Languages
English*, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Turkish, Ukrainian
*languages with full audio support
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is But Why Penguin? worth buying right now?
Watch — $2.99. Decent deal at 0% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.
When does But Why Penguin? go on sale?
Decent deal at 0% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.
Is But Why Penguin? free to play?
But Why Penguin? costs $2.99 on Steam.
What genre is But Why Penguin??
But Why Penguin? is a Casual, Indie, Simulation game.
Who developed But Why Penguin??
But Why Penguin? was developed by UPI Games and published by UPI Games.
What platforms does But Why Penguin? support?
Available on Steam for Windows.