Out now

Return NULL - Episode 1

Developed by Michael Lückgen · Published by Digital Tribe, iNDEE SOLO

Indie
StatusOut now ReleaseApr 2, 2015 PriceFree to play

At a glance

PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux
ModesSingle-player
PriceFree to play
StatusOut now
Early accessNo
Languages2
DLC1

Overview

An indie game by Michael Lückgen, published by Digital Tribe — single-player.

Steam’s own one-line description: “Return NULL, a Point & Click Adventure, is set in a distant dystopian society under an oppressive force where you play the role of Jack Drebin; husband and soon to be father whose life is on the verge of chaos. Episode 1 sets up key characters and a plot that escalates into an intense finale.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Reception & community

Steam reviewsMixed — 59% positive of 110
Owners (est.)20000 – 50000
Player-voted tags:Interactive FictionIndieComic BookGreat SoundtrackPoint & ClickAdventureSingleplayerVisual Novel

Review sentiment, ownership and peak-concurrent estimates via SteamSpy; tags are player-voted on Steam. Estimates change over time.

Features & modes

Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Return NULL - Episode 1.

FeatureSupported
Single-playerYes
MultiplayerNo
Co-opNo
Online co-opNo
PvPNo
Cross-platform multiplayerNo
Full controller supportNo
Partial controller supportNo
Steam Cloud savesNo
Steam AchievementsNo

System requirements (PC)

As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.

Minimum

  • OS *: Windows XP or later
  • Processor: 1 GHz
  • Memory: 512 MB RAM
  • Graphics: Direct X 9 Compatible
  • DirectX: Version 9.0
  • Storage: 250 MB available space

Supported languages (2)

EnglishGerman

Return NULL - Episode 1 FAQ

Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.

What kind of game is Return NULL - Episode 1?

Steam classifies Return NULL - Episode 1 as a Indie game, developed by Michael Lückgen. Return NULL, a Point & Click Adventure, is set in a distant dystopian society under an oppressive force where you play the role of Jack Drebin; husband and soon to be father whose life is on the verge of chaos. Episode 1 sets up key characters and a plot that escalates into an intense finale.

Is Return NULL - Episode 1 free to play?

Yes — Steam lists Return NULL - Episode 1 as Free to Play.

Is Return NULL - Episode 1 single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for Return NULL - Episode 1: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.

Is Return NULL - Episode 1 on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Return NULL - Episode 1 for Windows, macOS, Linux. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.

Is Return NULL - Episode 1 out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of Apr 2, 2015.

What platforms is Return NULL - Episode 1 on?

Return NULL - Episode 1 is listed for Windows, macOS, Linux on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.

Is Return NULL - Episode 1 single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Single-player.

How much does Return NULL - Episode 1 cost?

It's free to play, per Steam.

Who made Return NULL - Episode 1?

Return NULL - Episode 1 is developed by Michael Lückgen and published by Digital Tribe, iNDEE SOLO.

Where to get Return NULL - Episode 1

We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.

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