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Pico Park: Classic Edition Is Now Permanently Free on Steam After Developer Error

A Steam rule that blocks returning a free title to paid status locked in the price change.

Overview

  • Tecopark said on October 5 that the 2016 Classic Edition will stay free on Steam indefinitely after an attempted price switch.
  • A mid-September update added online multiplayer for 2–10 players, updated visuals, Steam Input support, and higher‑framerate monitor compatibility.
  • The developer had told players the updated release would remain free for about a week before moving to a small paid price.
  • Tecopark encouraged newcomers to try the series’ paid entries, Pico Park and Pico Park 2, as an alternative way to support the franchise.
  • The Classic Edition remains a Steam‑exclusive entry that supports up to 10 players and holds a Mostly Positive user rating.