# Instinct

> 2018 video game

**Wikidata**: [Q122271372](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q122271372)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/instinct-q122271372

## Summary
Instinct is a 2018 single-player video game available on Microsoft Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms. It was digitally distributed via Steam and released on May 31, 2018.

## Key Facts
- **Release Date**: May 31, 2018  
- **Platforms**: Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux  
- **Game Mode**: Single-player  
- **Distribution**: Digital distribution via Steam  
- **Languages**: English, Russian  
- **Steam Application ID**: 845380  
- **Publication Source**: Verified via Steam (as of 2023-09-07)  

## FAQs
### Q: What platforms can Instinct be played on?  
A: Instinct is compatible with Microsoft Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.  

### Q: When was Instinct released?  
A: The game was released on May 31, 2018.  

### Q: Is Instinct a multiplayer game?  
A: No, Instinct is exclusively a single-player video game.  

### Q: Where can Instinct be purchased?  
A: It is available for digital purchase and download through the Steam platform.  

## Why It Matters
Instinct represents a notable cross-platform release in the 2018 indie gaming landscape, offering accessibility across Windows, macOS, and Linux systems. Its availability on Linux addresses a niche market demand for native Linux-compatible games, while its single-player focus caters to players seeking narrative-driven experiences. The game’s digital distribution via Steam aligns with contemporary gaming trends, emphasizing accessibility and platform-agnostic play. Its inclusion in multiple gaming databases (e.g., RAWG, PCGamingWiki) underscores its relevance in cataloging and preserving indie game history.

## Notable For
- **Cross-Platform Availability**: One of few 2018 titles natively supporting Windows, macOS, and Linux.  
- **Linux Compatibility**: Explicitly listed in Linux gaming databases like TuxDB (ID: 5481) and GamingOnLinux (ID: 12165).  
- **Steam Integration**: Distributed exclusively via Steam, leveraging its digital ecosystem for distribution.  
- **Single-Player Focus**: Prioritizes solo gameplay in an era dominated by multiplayer-centric titles.  

## Body
### Release and Distribution
- Published on May 31, 2018.  
- Distributed digitally via Steam.  
- Steam application ID: 845380.  

### Technical Specifications
- **Platforms**: Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux.  
- **Languages**: English, Russian.  
- **Game Mode**: Single-player.  
- **Distribution Format**: Digital distribution.  

### Identifiers
- **Steam**: Application ID 845380.  
- **RAWG**: Game ID "instinct".  
- **TuxDB**: Game ID 5481.  
- **PCGamingWiki**: Page ID "Instinct_(2018)" (qualifier: 137292).  
- **HowLongToBeat**: ID 60598.  
- **MobyGames**: Game ID 111516.  
- **Lutris**: Game ID "instinct--1".  
- **Mod DB**: Game ID "instinct".  
- **SteamGridDB**: ID 27498.  
- **Internet Game Database**: Game ID "instinct--1" (qualifier: 103041).  
- **GamersGlobal**: Game ID 144728.  
- **VGList**: Video game ID 57408.  
- **GamerProfiles**: Game ID "x8vw1".  
- **MyAbandonware**: Game ID "eq7".  
- **IsThereAnyDeal**: ID "instinct".  

### Verification
- All properties sourced from Steam (as of 2023-09-07 and 2024-06-14) unless otherwise specified.  
- Platform support confirmed via Steam qualifiers (P400: Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux).

## References

1. Steam