A game released on Steam is generating discussion online after launching with a $1,000 price tag despite offering only 10 minutes of gameplay.
According to Dexerto, the game, Congratulations On Your Purchase, was released on May 28. The game places players inside a virtual luxury palace where they can walk through the environment and sign their name on a wall alongside others who have purchased the title.
Its description directly acknowledges the unusual price point. “You paid for this. Not accidentally. Not on impulse. You saw the price. You read the description. And then you bought it anyway. Welcome.”
Not Actually Steam’s Most Expensive Game
The game’s promotional material claims it is the most expensive title available on Steam.
However, Dexerto reports that “Congratulations On Your Purchase” is actually the fourth most expensive game currently listed on the platform. The project appears to lean heavily into the novelty of its pricing model rather than traditional gameplay mechanics.
With only about 10 minutes of content, the title has prompted questions about whether it should be viewed as a game, a social experiment, performance art, or simply a high-priced joke.
Online Debate Continues
So far, the game reportedly has a player count of one.
Despite the limited number of players, the title has gained attention online as users debate its purpose and whether anyone would willingly spend $1,000 on such a brief experience.
Some commenters have described the project as a commentary on consumer behavior and digital ownership, while others see it as a publicity stunt designed to generate curiosity.
Regardless of its intent, “Congratulations On Your Purchase” has succeeded in attracting attention by turning its price tag into the main feature of the game itself.