The Deletion
Released Jul 2015
Are you sure you want do delete this file? NOOOOO! The Deletion is a challenging and fun puzzle-platform game that will frustrate you.
75% positive · 227 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Where to buy
Steam $1.99
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Evaluation
The Deletion launched on July 30, 2015 as a self-contained puzzle-platformer with 40 levels. The store description presents it as a complete, finite experience with no mention of expansions, DLC, additional content, or post-launch updates. The developer has never posted any news about patches, new content, roadmaps, or future plans — all 10 news posts on record were platform availability announcements and promotional posts with no development content. There are no DLC listings of any kind. This is a finished product that shipped complete on release day and has received no post-launch content cycle.
Evidence
Store description describes a self-contained game with 40 levels and no mention of planned additions, DLC, or ongoing content.
10 news posts scanned, none containing any development signals — no patches, updates, content announcements, or roadmaps ever posted.
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
russpuppy
Achievements
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Platform
Windows, macOS
Controller
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Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player
About this game
The Deletion is a challenging minimalist puzzle-platform game with 40 levels of awesomeness. The controls are simple but the levels will test your wits as you use careful timing and reflexes to avoid deletion.
Physics can change as you experience new levels and you'll find that gravity isn't static. You'll experience frequent frustration but also accomplishment as you use your mind and dexterity to complete puzzles and get through each challenge.
Can you escape The Deletion?
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Last evaluated Jun 27, 2026
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