Key takeaways
We Were Here at a glance
- Free to play on Steam.
- Developed by Total Mayhem Games.
- 1.8K Steam user reviews so far.
- Popularity up 74% week over week; heat score 28/100.
- Players are mostly looking up walkthrough and co-op.
What is We Were Here?
We Were Here is the free pilot episode in a series of cooperative standalone puzzle adventures, made by Total Mayhem Games. The store page pitches it like this: “Lost in a frozen wasteland and split up from your partner inside an abandoned castle, the only possession you have left is a walkie-talkie with a familiar voice on the other end.”
Can the two of you find your way out in time? Two players are trapped inside an abandoned castle, with Player One confined to a small secluded part of the castle as Player Two roams the halls trying to find Player One. Every room challenges your wits and ability to communicate clearly, using only your voice.
We Were Here is made by Total Mayhem Games. It is out now on Steam (released Feb 3, 2017). It is listed on Steam for Windows and macOS and is free to play. It has collected 1.8K Steam user reviews so far. Modes on record: online co-op and cross-platform multiplayer.
Player momentum is up 74% across the past week and peaked on Oct 20, 2026. The developer's latest post, “We Were Here Tomorrow is Out Now!”, went up on Oct 20, 2026. Players are mostly looking up walkthrough and co-op.
We Were Here screenshots & media
3 official screenshots. Select an image to enlarge it.
Gameplay mechanics & features
Core loop
Explore intriguing environments and search → escape rooms. That cycle, taken from the developer's own description, is what a typical session of We Were Here looks like.
Modes
Online co-op and cross-platform multiplayer.
Progression
Long-term goals include Steam achievements.
Controls & platforms
Runs on Windows and macOS. Partial controller support — keyboard and mouse recommended. Cloud saves. Subtitle options.
Store & community tags: Action, Adventure, Indie, Co-op, Puzzle
Latest news, release & update tracker
- Release status
- Out now
- Release date
- Feb 3, 2017
- Access
- Full release
- Latest update
- We Were Here Tomorrow is Out Now! · Oct 20, 2026
- Added
- Oct 23, 2026
- AddedWe Were Here added to gee.wiki
Coverage opened with official store links, gameplay breakdown and beginner tips.
- Developer newsWe Were Here Tomorrow is Out Now!
Dear Explorers, Tomorrow has finally arrived! Our team has poured a lot of care and love into We Were Here Tomorrow. A whole new puzzle adventure is waiting for you with the walkie-talkies you know and (hopefully) love by now.
- Popularity peakPopularity index peaked at 100/100
Player momentum is up 74% across the past week and peaked on Oct 20, 2026.
- Developer newsWe Were Here Tomorrow launches October 20th!
Dear Explorers, The wait is almost over! We Were Here Tomorrow is officially launching on October 20th. Our new release date trailer is out now, giving you a closer look at what awaits inside the mysterious Norček Industries facility.
- Developer newsWe Were Here Tomorrow is coming this October!
Dear Explorers! The wait is almost over. We Were Here Tomorrow is coming this October! If you tuned into the Future Games Show at gamescom, you may have already heard the news.
- Developer newsThe Jester Has Escaped Castle Rock!
Dear Explorers, We have some exciting news to share: we've once again teamed up with Makeship to bring another iconic We Were Here character into the real world. This time, however, we may have made a terrible mistake. Meet The Jester Plushie.
- ReleasedReleased on Steam
Timeline entries marked Patch notes / Developer news are the developer's own posts on Steam; dates are UTC.
Where to play
We Were Here is on Steam for Windows and macOS and free to play. The Steam page is the official place to buy, update and read patch notes.
Community & official links
Official channels
Community wikis (fan-made, unofficial)
Creator videos
No creator video numbers on record yet for We Were Here — new games usually pick up coverage within days of breaking out.
How to play: beginner tips
- Split roles with friends — one scout, one builder, one fighter — instead of all doing the same job.
- If stuck, step away — fresh eyes solve more puzzles than brute force.
- Read the latest patch notes — new games change quickly in their first weeks.
- Play a short session first to learn the controls before diving into longer runs.
Genres, platforms & tags
- Platform
- Steam
- Status & momentum
- New & notableOut now
- Player topics
- WalkthroughCo-op
- Play modes
- Online co-opCross-platform multiplayer
- Store tags
- ActionAdventureIndieCo-opPuzzle
7-day popularity & player activity
Over the past seven days, the popularity index for We Were Here moved from 28 to 48 on a 0–100 scale, peaking on Oct 20, 2026. Week over week that is a +74% shift in momentum. Added to gee.wiki on Oct 23, 2026.
View daily values as a table
| Day | Popularity index (0–100) |
|---|---|
| Sat Oct 17 | 28 |
| Sun Oct 18 | 29 |
| Mon Oct 19 | 31 |
| Tue Oct 20 | 68 |
| Wed Oct 21 | 55 |
| Thu Oct 22 | 50 |
| Fri Oct 23 | 48 |
We Were Here FAQ
What is We Were Here?
We Were Here is the free pilot episode in a series of cooperative standalone puzzle adventures, made by Total Mayhem Games. It is out now on Steam (released Feb 3, 2017). It is tagged Action, Adventure and Indie.
Is We Were Here free?
Yes. We Were Here is free to play on Steam. Check the store page for optional DLC or in-game purchases before you spend anything.
When did We Were Here come out?
We Were Here launched on Feb 3, 2017 for Steam. The most recent developer post, “We Were Here Tomorrow is Out Now!”, went up on Oct 20, 2026.
Can I play We Were Here with friends?
Yes. The modes on record are online co-op and cross-platform multiplayer. Party size and cross-play details are on the official store page.
Who made We Were Here?
We Were Here is developed by Total Mayhem Games. Follow the official site for announcements.
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