How many people are playing Side Effects right now?

Side Effects is app 3799100 on Steam. Player counts appear once the tracker has sampled it.

What is the all-time peak player count of Side Effects?

504 concurrent players on Dec 2025.

When was Side Effects released on Steam?

Side Effects was released on Steam on 21 Nov 2025.

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Side Effects

GameApp ID 3,799,100by JaybootyReleased 21 Nov 2025

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App ID3,799,100

Release date21 Nov 2025

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Install size1.68 GB

TypeGame

Last update17 Dec 2025

Steam DeckVerified

DLC0

DeveloperJaybooty

Changenumber38,812,465

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Packages1

PublisherFree Lives

SystemsWindows

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Side Effects

Jaybooty·Free Lives
Released 21 Nov 2025·App 3799100

Steam user reviews

Very Positive

84.0%· 1K reviews

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80.5 Positive

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Sampled 16 minutes ago · not a live figure

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504

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Side Effects Update History · SteamPeaks

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17 Dec 2025

18:34:15NewsUpdate v1.09———21228065

In-game event · published 17 Dec 2025, 18:34:15 UTC

Update v1.09

Hello treasured test subjects! We're happy to announce a new patch, fresh from the testing facility. Our goal has been to stabilise multiplayer and enhance the player experience - We're happy to bring forward a few small improvements today. This 1.09 patch includes: · Early-exit player stability Drug roulette is a brutal game of chance and some people don't want to stick around when the table t…

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16 Dec 2025

12:39:25NewsBeta v1.09———21207707

Game update · published 16 Dec 2025, 12:39:25 UTC

Beta v1.09

Hello test subjects! We've just put a build (v1.09) up on the Beta branch (password: dodrugsnothugs ). It has another fix for non-host players leaving mid-match. Previously the player's character despawned once the player left, but not anymore. Instead the character dies after it's done doing whatever it's doing and the host tries to continue the game's state. This is hopefully a lot more stabl…

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11 Dec 2025

12:01:39NewsHotfix 1.08———21146040

Game update · published 11 Dec 2025, 12:01:39 UTC

Hotfix 1.08

Hello, treasured test subjects! We’ve prepared a small patch today that tidies up a couple of issues reported last night. Here’s what’s included in Hotfix v1.08: • Soft lock fix when non-host players leave We resolved a problem where lobbies could become stuck if a non-host player left mid-session. This should now behave normally. Thank you again for all the feedback and reports. We appreciate…

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10 Dec 2025

18:06:52NewsPatch v1.07———21134501

In-game event · published 10 Dec 2025, 18:06:52 UTC

Patch v1.07

Hello, treasured test subjects! We’ve been working through your reports and have prepared a new update focused on improving stability and usability across the board. Here’s what’s included in Patch v1.07: · Improved multiplayer stability Several issues causing disruptions during online matches have been fixed to help sessions run more smoothly. · Singleplayer fixes We’ve addressed a number of p…

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9 Dec 2025

13:39:38NewsPatch v1.05———21116762

In-game event · published 9 Dec 2025, 13:39:38 UTC

Patch v1.05

UPDATE v1.05 Hello, treasured test subjects! Your continued compliance has been invaluable. Thanks for your support and feedback, we’re rolling out a fresh dose of improvements for your… well-being. Here’s what’s been administered in Patch v1.05: · A series of major bug fixes has been added to help resolve many of the game breaking issues players were experiencing, Including items soft locks th…

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23 Nov 2025

12:01:22News10000 Patients have participated———Community

Community · published 23 Nov 2025, 12:01:22 UTC

10000 Patients have participated

Hello, treasured test subjects! We’re pleased to announce that SIDE EFFECTS has officially sold 10,000 copies . Thank you so much for your continued participation and for providing the invaluable feedback that keeps this experiment moving forward. In response to your feedback, we’re preparing a series of quality-of-life fixes and features aimed at enhancing overall stability and user experience…

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21 Nov 2025

15:35:30NewsSide Effects is out today!———Community

Community · published 21 Nov 2025, 15:35:30 UTC

Side Effects is out today!

Side Effects is out today! Hello, treasured test subjects! The day of the trial is finally here. Side Effects is out now!!! As well as the solo player mode from the demo, the final version of Side Effects has online multiplayer for up to 4 test subjects. Bluff, betray, deceive, and do everything you can do be the last one standing. We want to say a huge thank you to everyone who has supported u…

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11 Nov 2025

15:56:42NewsSide Effects gets multiplayer, launching 21st November!———Announcement

Announcement · published 11 Nov 2025, 15:56:42 UTC

Side Effects gets multiplayer, launching 21st November!

Hello, treasured test subjects! We've got big news today: Side Effects has a release date and it’s super soon! We’ll be launching on the 21st of November! On top of that, we can also finally reveal that the game will not only have a solo player mode but support online multiplayer for up to for 4 test subjects. Bluff, betray, deceive, and remember only one of you can survive. We are having so mu…

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13 Oct 2025

17:10:22NewsOur demo is in the Steam Next Fest!———Community

Community · published 13 Oct 2025, 17:10:22 UTC

Our demo is in the Steam Next Fest!

Hello, treasured test subjects! Just a small update for you today – Side Effects is in the Steam Next Fest! Our new updated demo (new mechanics, visuals, and basically a lot closer to the launch version than the itch.io version) is appearing as part of the big weeklong celebration of upcoming indies. Enter a deadly medical trial where only one person can survive. Use your wits and all the tools…

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9 Oct 2025

13:22:29NewsDemo Version 0.91———Game update

Game update · published 9 Oct 2025, 13:22:29 UTC

Demo Version 0.91

Dear Patients, We’re pleased to announce a small but potent dose of improvements has been administered to Side Effects ! This update refines several treatments and introduces a few new adjustments to help stabilize your gameplay vitals. Please review the following prescription notes carefully before continuing treatment: 💊 Patch Notes • Swap Item – Limited Uses The Swap Item’s usage has been r…

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3 Oct 2025

16:56:43News‘Side Effects’ Steam demo out now!———Community

Community · published 3 Oct 2025, 16:56:43 UTC

‘Side Effects’ Steam demo out now!

Hello, treasured test subjects I’m happy to report that after a lot of hard work from our dedicated team of researchers, the new demo for our ‘Buckshot Roulette x Big Pharma’ game Side Effects is available to play on Steam ! It comes with new mechanics, improved visuals and more! Enter a twisted game of pill roulette where there can only be one survivor. Use every means at your disposal to bluf…

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