About
On Steam, 57% of 102 player reviews are positive (Mixed). 1 person is playing it on Steam right now, with a peak of 2 in the last 30 days. Valve rates it Unsupported on Steam Deck.
Thing That Happened is an Openworld Third Person - Action Adventure Survial game. You can use multiple weapons, attachments, close combat skills tree's and crafting to break through your enemies.
What is happening now
The Thing That Happened is an adventure game released for PC in July 2026. Recent coverage has focused on player experiences and community stories, with outlets soliciting accounts of unusual moments from tabletop RPG sessions. The discussions highlight the range of unpredictable outcomes that emerge from dice rolls, GM decisions, and group dynamics - from fortunate streaks to dramatic table reactions. This suggests the game either draws inspiration from or connects to tabletop gaming culture, though specifics on mechanics and narrative remain limited in available coverage.
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PC and Steam Deck
Steam store pageSteam Deck: Unsupported Valve reports it does not run
Requirements and Deck status as listed on Steam, checked Oct 30, 2026.
The Thing That Happened player count
concurrent players on SteamPlayers counted on Steam every one to six hours; the daily peak is the highest count of the day.
The Thing That Happened achievements
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