A PhD Simulator - Publish & Perish — cheap CD keys, compare prices
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About the game
A PhD Simulator - Publish & Perish takes a satirical look at what it takes to survive a biology PhD. Players run experiments, try to dodge being scooped by rivals, manage their relationship with an advisor, and aim to graduate with at least some sanity intact. It was developed by Jiri Koubek and Chih Ting Koubkova Yu, with Jiri Koubek also publishing, in 2026.
Best price today
€5.69
lowest in tracked period: official €3.98 (+43%)
The cheapest A PhD Simulator - Publish & Perish key right now costs €5.69 at Steam. The lowest price we have recorded for this game: €3.98.
The average low over the past 3 months was €4.55.
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Lowest — official stores
€3.98
Sept 2026
Price history
last 41 daysMonthly price lows
| Month | Lowest official | Lowest keyshop |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | €3.98 | — |
| Sept 2026 | €3.98 | — |
| Aug 2026 | €5.69 | — |
Lowest in-stock price per month from our price history; the current month is the low so far.
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All-time low so far: €3.98
System requirements
| Minimum | |
|---|---|
| OS | 7 |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo, AMD Athlon |
| Memory | 4000 MB RAM |
| Graphics | Integrated |
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About this game — FAQ
Can A PhD Simulator - Publish & Perish be played single-player?
Yes, A PhD Simulator - Publish & Perish is a single-player game.
What languages does A PhD Simulator - Publish & Perish support?
A PhD Simulator - Publish & Perish is available in: English.
FAQ
Where is the cheapest place to buy a A PhD Simulator - Publish & Perish key?
The cheapest A PhD Simulator - Publish & Perish key is currently sold by Steam for €5.69. The lowest price we have ever recorded for this game: €3.98.
How much does A PhD Simulator - Publish & Perish cost?
A PhD Simulator - Publish & Perish currently costs from €5.69 — the cheapest offer across the stores we track.
Is Steam an official store or a keyshop?
Steam is an official store — keys come directly from the publisher or an authorized distributor.
Are keys from these stores legal?
Buying is legal — keys come from the grey market, so a small deactivation risk exists. So before paying, check the seller's buyer protection.
Which key region should I pick?
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What's the difference between editions?
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