PC $19.99 Region US
Games Adventure While Waiting
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Adventure · Optillusion

While Waiting

While Waiting
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Steam Deck Verified Windows macOS
Very Positive · 81% of 339
DeveloperOptillusion
ControllerFull
Wait Chip's verdict · US updated yesterday

Good game, but it sits 100% of the way from its all-time low to full price. It drops harder in seasonal sales. Patience pays.

Why this verdict
Price position between all-time low and full price 100%
All-time low $12.99 · 5d ago
Player reviews 81% positive of 339
Quality score 81/100
Value score 0/100

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About this game

What this game is, in the developer's words

Presented by the team behind critically acclaimed "Moncage", this is a transformative adventure exploring the art of waiting. Clear the game by doing nothing, but discover the power of acceptance and patience in numerous situations from birth to death. Learn to embrace life as you wait.

Welcome to While Waiting. This innovative title invites players into a transformative journey through the art of patience, blending humor with profound life insights.

Numerous Life Situations: Encounter a diverse range of waiting scenarios, spanning from birth to death, providing a comprehensive exploration of life's waiting moments.

Doing Nothing is the Ultimate Strategy: Embrace the essence of the game by understanding that waiting is the key to clearing each situation. No shortcuts or actions can expedite the waiting time.

Comedic Appearance with Serious Core: Experience a unique blend of comedy reactions and a thought-provoking narrative that delves deep into the profound aspects of life.

Easter Eggs Hidden in Boringness: Uncover a multitude of hidden elements and surprises within the game's seemingly mundane waiting periods, transforming moments of boredom into engaging explorations.

Be Patient and Embrace Everyday Life: Learn the art of patience as you navigate the game, gaining valuable insights on embracing and accepting the journey of life itself.

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Price intelligence

Accepted price history and the lows that matter

Historical lows
All-time low ATL $12.99 2026-07-07
3-month low $12.99
12-month low $12.99
Current $19.99
Price events From the accepted price history · updates automatically
Jul 9, 2026
Sale ended · back to $19.99
Jul 7, 2026
New all-time low $12.99

While Waiting price history and best deals

While Waiting for PC currently sells from $19.99 at authorized stores. Its all-time low is $12.99, set on 2026-07-07.

Frequently asked questions

Answered from this game's own price and edition data

Should I buy While Waiting now or wait?
Our verdict is wait. At 100% of the way to full price, it usually drops harder in seasonal sales, so patience tends to pay.
Is $19.99 a good price for While Waiting?
$19.99 sits 100% of the way from the all-time low of $12.99 to the full price. It has been cheaper before, so there is room to wait.
Where can I buy While Waiting?
While Waiting is tracked at steam. We only list authorized stores here and always link out with a clean outbound link.
Scores
Steam reviews Very Positive · 81%
81% positive of 339
Media (7)
Tech
Steam DeckVerified
SteamOSSupported
ControllerFull
Requirements
System requirements platform
Minimum
Minimum:
  • Processor: 1.2 GHz
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 1024MB VRAM
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 3 GB available space
Minimum
Minimum:
  • OS: OS X 10.9 Mavericks
  • Processor: 1 GHz
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: OpenGL 3.0 compatible
  • Storage: 3 GB available space
Achievements (8)
ACH_FINISH_TUTORIAL 99.1%
ACH_TEEN 40.2%
ACH_ADULT 22.7%
ACH_MIDAGE 18.7%
ACH_OLD 17.0%
ACH_FAKE_ENDING 14.3%
ACH_TRUE_ENDING 5.3%
ACH_ALL_STICKER 2.2%
Facts
DeveloperOptillusion
PublisherOptillusion
GenresAdventure · Casual · Indie
ModesSingle-player
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