The King is Watching
The King is Watching came out on July 21, 2025 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch. It is developed by Hypnohead and published by tinyBuild.
Last checked · Source: IGDB, official site
Key facts
- Release date
- July 21, 2025
- Platforms
- PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch
- Developer
- Hypnohead
- Publisher
- tinyBuild
- Genres
- Strategy, Indie
How much is The King is Watching?
$14.99
On Steam (US store).
Source: Steam, checked . Base game on Steam’s US store; editions, other platforms and other regions can be priced differently.
The King is Watching PC system requirements
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS * | Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8/8.1, 10, 11 |
| Processor | 2.0 Ghz |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 1Gb Video Memory, capable of OpenGL 3.0+ support (2.1 with ARB extensions acceptable) |
| Storage | 1 GB available space |
- Languages (10)
- English, German, Spanish - Spain, Russian, Simplified Chinese, French, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil
- Controller support
- Full controller support
- On Steam for
- Windows
Source: Steam store page, checked . Requirements can change before and after launch; Steam’s page is the current word.
Trailer
About The King is Watching
The King is Watching is a roguelite kingdom builder. Rule by the power of your royal gaze! Decide between producing resources, training armies, or balancing both, while adapting to unique events every run.
Storyline
Ah, my glorious kingdom! A land where peasants toil, miners dig, and knights train... but only when I look at them! My gaze is law—progress thrives where I watch, but the moment I turn away? Laziness! Chaos! I must choose wisely: should I focus on the fields for food, the mines for riches, or the barracks for defense? With resources, I can even expand my all-seeing gaze, ensuring my kingdom flourishes… and that no one slacks off under my rule! Water, wheat, stone, coal, silver—every resource fuels my empire! Farms feed my people, mines fund my ambitions, and workshops forge mighty defenses. Shall I invest in archers, reinforce the walls, or harness magic? Even my castle needs repairs when the enemy strikes! Every decision shapes my reign, and only a well-managed kingdom will survive the storm. Rulership is no easy task! Each land presents new trials, from cursed cemeteries to infernal depths, forcing me to adapt. Yet every defeat is a lesson! As a true roguelite, my efforts grant permanent upgrades, unlocking new abilities, stronger defenses, and powerful strategies for my next reign. A true king doesn’t just rule—he evolves, forging an unstoppable legacy with each attempt! Each battlefield hides unpredictable threats—enemies are led by unexpected Generals, demanding unique tactics to defeat. Want to conquer them all? You’ll need multiple runs! But fear not! My royal council aids me with cavalry masters, arcane sages, and cunning strategists. With their wisdom—and my unwavering gaze—victory is inevitable!
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The King is Watching: common questions
Answered from the data on this page: IGDB, last checked November 2, 2026, and Steam or other sources where an answer names them.
When did The King is Watching come out?
The King is Watching came out on July 21, 2025 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch.
Is The King is Watching out yet?
Yes. The King is Watching came out on July 21, 2025 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch.
How much does The King is Watching cost?
The King is Watching costs $14.99 on Steam (US store), as of November 2, 2026. Prices on other platforms and in other regions can differ.
What platforms is The King is Watching on?
The King is Watching is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch.
Is The King is Watching on PC?
Yes. PC is one of the confirmed platforms, alongside PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch.
What are the The King is Watching PC requirements?
Steam lists the minimum PC spec for The King is Watching as 2.0 Ghz, 2 GB RAM and 1Gb Video Memory, capable of OpenGL 3.0+ support (2.1 with ARB extensions acceptable), with 1 GB available space. The full table is in the PC system requirements section above.
Who is making The King is Watching?
The King is Watching is developed by Hypnohead and published by tinyBuild.
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