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The Stanley Parable

Starting life as a Half-Life 2 mod, The Stanley Parable is a 2013 narrative adventure in which player choice drives gameplay. Critically acclaimed, it received a substantial update and expansion in 2022.

THE STANLEY PARABLE
The Stanley Parable

Platform(s)
PC
Released
October 17, 2013
Developer(s)
Galactic Cafe
Publisher(s)
Galactic Cafe
Genre(s)
Adventure
ESRB
E10+ For Everyone 10+ due to Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood, Mild Language, Tobacco Reference

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