-KLAUS-

A puzzle platformer where the protagonist knows you are there

La Cosa · Released Jan 23, 2019

Reviews: Very Positive; 83% of 96
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Players: 0; daily peak, Oct 29, 2026
Steam Deck: Untested
Last update on Steam: 6 years ago; Apr 12, 2020
Minimum PC: GT 430; 2 GB RAM · 4 GB disk; Full requirements

What is -KLAUS-?

This 2D puzzle platformer follows Klaus as he tries to escape a mysterious basement and discover his identity. Across six worlds, you jump over hazards, hack computers, and control Klaus and the obstacle-smashing K1 to solve puzzles. Playable memories use different mechanics to explore his past.

For you if...

+you enjoy dark humor woven into the action
+you like finding hidden levels that expand the story
+you want an unlockable speedrun mode after the story

Not for you if...

−you prefer relaxed platforming without precise jumps
−you want to play cooperatively with another person

What players say

83% of 96 reviews are positive

Players praise the story, level design, artwork, and music. The most common complaints concern the complex control scheme and awkward keyboard handling, with some also criticizing the platforming physics.

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-KLAUS- system requirements

Minimum: GT 430, 2 GB RAM, 4 GB of disk space.

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Minimum

OS: Windows 10, 8, 7
Processor: Intel Core2 Duo E6750 (2 * 2660) or equivalent / AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 5000+ (2 * 2600) or equivalent
Graphics: Geforce GT 430 (1024 MB) / Radeon HD 5570 (1024 MB)
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Storage: 4 GB available space
DirectX: Version 11
Notes: Supports Xbox 360 Controller and other XInput-compatible controllers. It doesn't support Steam controller.

Does -KLAUS- have co-op or multiplayer?

No: single-player only, no multiplayer modes declared.

Single-player

Does -KLAUS- run on Steam Deck?

Untested Not yet tested by Valve on Steam Deck.

PC version details

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Full controller support
Platforms: Windows
Achievements: 41
Steam features: Cloud saves, Family Sharing
Languages: Text only: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Portuguese - Portugal, Spanish - Latin America, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian.

Does -KLAUS- use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 27, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam