Full game metadata
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Steam app type | game |
| Steam App ID | 3571530 |
| Live current players | 0 |
| SteamPulse tracked peak | 3 |
| Live count (today's peak floor) | 0 |
| Price | $1.99 |
| Free to play | No |
| Discount | 0% |
| Original price USD | $1.99 |
| Current price USD | $1.99 |
| Release date | Jun 12, 2025 |
| Developer | Happy Distractions Studio |
| Publisher | Happy Distractions Studio |
| Owners estimated | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate minimum | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate maximum | Not available |
| Review type | Positive |
| Positive review percent | 81% |
| Positive reviews | 22 |
| Negative reviews | 5 |
| Total reviews | 27 |
| Steam recommendations | Not available |
| Achievements | 9 |
| Average playtime forever | Not available |
| Windows support | Yes |
| macOS support | No |
| Linux support | No |
| Parent game | Not available |
| Store URL | https://store.steampowered.com/app/3571530/ |
Short description
You’ve always been watching, but what happens when the screen watches back? Channel Surfing is a mysterious desktop idle game disguised as a retro TV. Click, spin, pop, and discover unique gameplay on each channel as you progress.
About this game
TUNE IN TO THE MYSTERY Channel Surfing is an idle game that sits directly on your desktop, disguised as an innocent retro television set. But this is no ordinary TV - each channel holds unique gameplay experiences waiting to be discovered. With connections to be made WHAT'S ON THE DIAL? Spin fidget toys, pop bubbles, hunt for treasure, and many more activities across the various channels. Each offers different ways to earn resources, unlock upgrades, and progress through the game. GAMEPLAY FEATURES: Multi-Channel Experience : Navigate through multiple distinct gameplay channels, each with its own mechanics, visuals, and progression systems Idle Progression : Every channel continues to progress even when you're not actively playing Cross-Channel Interactions : Actions in one channel affect others in surprising ways Desktop Integration : Sits unobtrusively on your desktop while you work or play other games Mysterious Unlocks : Discover hidden actions, and combinations
Supported languages
English