Overview
Aperture Desk Job, developed and published by Valve, offers a unique and humorous take on the 'walking simulator' genre. This free-to-play experience reimagines sitting still behind things as an exciting activity. Players step into the shoes of an entry-level employee on their very first day, brimming with ambition and dreams of climbing the corporate ladder. However, their aspirations quickly become entangled with the mundane reality of office chairs. Originally designed as a free playable short to showcase Valve's new Steam Deck, Desk Job cleverly guides players through the handheld's controls and features without feeling like a tedious tutorial.
Highlights
- Free-to-Play Experience: Enjoy this comedic short from Valve without any cost.
- Showcases Steam Deck: Designed to introduce players to the features and controls of Valve's handheld gaming device.
- Humorous Setting: Puts a funny spin on the concept of 'sitting still' in a corporate environment.
Who It's For
This game is perfect for players looking for a lighthearted, short, and funny experience. It's an ideal way to get acquainted with the Steam Deck's capabilities or simply to enjoy a dose of Valve's signature humor. Fans of casual, action-oriented robot games will also find something to appreciate.
Game Info
Developed by Valve, Aperture Desk Job is a single-player, free-to-play title that blends casual gameplay with action and robot themes. It's designed to be a quick, engaging experience that highlights the functionality of the Steam Deck. While it playfully references the Portal universe, it's explicitly not a sequel to Portal 3, setting expectations for a fun, standalone diversion.
