The Answer Is 42
Cheapest right now: $1.39 USD at Steam (30% off). 1 store compared, checked 13 Nov 2026.
The answer to life, the universe, and everything. Connect the numbers. Fill the board. You will find out.
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Steam Deck: Verified. Valve has tested this game and rates it as working well on Steam Deck.
| Store | Price | Discount |
|---|---|---|
| Steam | $1.39 | 30% |
Is it a good deal right now?
$1.39 USD at Steam is 30% off. We have no record low for The Answer Is 42 to compare it with. The regular price is $1.99, so $1.39 saves $0.60. The Steam discount ends on 26 November 2026 at 17:00 UTC.
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System requirements
Windows
Minimum
- OS: Windows 7 SP1+
- Processor: 2 Ghz Dual Core
- Memory: 2 MB RAM
- Graphics: Graphics card supporting DirectX 9.0c
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 100 MB available space
- Sound Card: Any
macOS
Minimum
- OS: macOS 10.12+
- Processor: 2 Ghz Dual Core
- Memory: 2 MB RAM
- Graphics: Graphics card with DX10 (shader model 4.0) capabilities
- Storage: 100 MB available space
As listed on the game's Steam page.
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