Steam app 1147550 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 20:38 UTC
A new political Party has won a landslide in the General Election, and for some reason the editor at the news station you work at has done a runner. Now it’s up to you, the Janitor, to take over the editing booth in this tumultuous time - will you help the government, or stand in their way?
716 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.
80 months, February 2020 to September 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.
The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.
31 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.
31 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 436 hourly samples from 13 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.
12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 280 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.
Not For Broadcast was released on 25 Jan, 2022.
This game contains scenes that some players may find distressing. Frequent strong language, brief pixelated nudity and occasional scenes of violence in live-action performances. A detailed content warning that contains major spoilers can be found in game or on our website: www.notgames.co.uk/nfbcontent
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A blank audio cell means full audio was not marked in the returned language list.
95 achievements in total.
50 developer announcements, Jan 2022 to Sep 2024 · times in UTC
Hotfix: Timeloop Patch 2 - Fixed an issue where the store page wasn't opening - Fixed a cosmetic issue where an incorrect decal was displaying
Patch notesWhat-ho Broadcasters! It's been a few days since the launch of Timeloop and we've been overwhelmed by the reception from you lovely lot! Thank you so much. But here's some fixes to whet your whistle: - Fixed Snugglehugs zap button' hotkey…
Patch notesBreaking News! The Complete Edition of Not For Broadcast is now available! Get the entire broadcast experience in one package—now including the base game and all DLCs: Bits of Your Life, Live and Spooky, and the all-new Timeloop! Whether…
DJ_TinyBuildAttention, viewers! This just in: The Timeloop DLC for Not For Broadcast is now live! For the first time since 2020, the entire cast is back in the newsroom, and they’re ready to take you on a mind-bending journey through time. The clock is…
DJ_TinyBuildThe Timeloop - The Final DLC! It's with great pleasure that we can announce that you'll be able to get your hands on The Timeloop, the final DLC for Not For Broadcast on August the 29th!…
DJ_TinyBuildHey :wave: everyone! We just took part in tinyBuild Connect, where we were proud to announce the final DLC for #NotForBroadcast, The Timeloop♾️ , will release this Summer! Featuring returning characters (including the whole newsroom team…
DJ_TinyBuildIt’s that time again, as tinyBuild hold our Everything Must Go Sale! - Advance on the store page and get up to 70% off of the game and its DLCs until April 12th! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35733451/55d6b06f8d5f931dc8b02a1ab61db2c696932c52.png If…
DJ_TinyBuildIt’s time to Spring into life, as Not For Broadcast is in the :sunflower: Steam Spring Sale :sunflower: - Advance on the store page and get up to 70% off of the game and its DLCs!…
DJ_TinyBuild🎥🌟 Calling all telly buffs and news hounds! 🌟🎥 It's time to switch on your voting power, and we've got just the programme to top your list: 'Not For Broadcast'! 📺✨ {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35733451/71268d7dd4efef5a026ed6009ecd30ab8513a436.png…
ABieniek🍂📺 Steam Autumn Sale Special! 🎮🍁 Breaking News: "Not For Broadcast" titles are up to 65% OFF! 🌟 {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35733451/e1db6ce7f0f2c11f2c0beb962b98e310859a84c6.png 🔥 Dive into the chaotic world of televised news with "Not For…
ABieniekFire up the editing console, because this show is about to get steamy! Not For Broadcast’s new episode, “Bits of Your Life”, is OUT NOW on PC and consoles! In this prologue episode, step into the shoes of Dave and shake things up in the…
ABieniekOnly four days to go until the grand launch of our brand-new episode, 'Bits of Your Life'! Get your editing consoles ready and join in the excitement! 🌟 We're thrilled to invite you to celebrate this momentous occasion with our dev team…
ABieniekAre you ready to dive headfirst into the most electrifying and unpredictable show of the year? Take a seat at the editor's desk and orchestrate the chaos of unravelling the enigmatic life of Peter Clement in “Bits of Your Life”! Not For…
ABieniekImmerse yourself in chaotic televised mayhem like never before. Get the award-winning FMV propaganda simulator and control the newsroom madness! 📺 {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35733451/8fbfcacce04e4d41ed33e393d59e5f2dec121099.png Not For Broadcast…
ABieniekGood evening, Undoubtedly, our new leader has become a focal point of numerous controversies, yet managed to grasp the heart of the nation. Peter Clement is known as a charming and straightforward man strongly connected to his roots, but…
ABieniektinyBuild's EVERYTHING MUST GO SALE IS LIVE NOW! Not For Broadcast is now 65% OFF 📉 {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35733451/af5c7b5a28ed60f25b9eaa57cfa954475cfba5fc.png Not For Broadcast VR is now 25% OFF 📉…
ABieniekAttention, Broadcasters! The Steam Summer Sale is on and we’ve got a real bargain for you: 🎥 Not For Broadcast is 60% OFF 🎥 {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35733451/b78fa3117d91f7c270fc59254c6959131cf9dae3.png Get ready to step into the director's chair…
ABieniekWe’re back at it again with the AMA on one of the biggest subreddits in the world - r/games 🔥 Come and ask us anything about game dev, FMV and whether the drinks at BAFTA were as good as they say. We’ll be answering questions from 2pm ET /…
ABieniekGreetings friends, both in this realm and the next! It's been so much fun watching the community exploring the mysteries of Live & Spooky. Thanks to everyone for your feedback and help in catching these last couple of pesky bugs!…
Patch notesWe hear you. Thank you to our players for the feedback via ouija boards or crystal ball. We have been in touch with the spirit realm, and asked them to just chill the hell out. Increased the time window the player has to recalibrate the…
Patch notes-Fixed an issue preventing achievements dropping for Live & Spooky
Patch notesGood evening, viewers! We interrupt your regularly scheduled programming to bring you some breaking news: Our favourite propaganda simulator, Not For Broadcast, is expanding its reach to new platforms and dimensions. That's right: we’re…
ABieniekAttention all telly watchers! Hold on to your knickers because Not For Broadcast is 60% OFF DURING THE STEAM SPRING SALE!🌸 And just in time for our grand launch event next week, no less!…
ABieniekHello Broadcasters, If you couldn’t join us yesterday at the IGN Fan Fest, we’re happy to present you with the latest Not For Broadcast - Live & Spooky OFFICIAL GAMEPLAY TRAILER! Survive the night in the abandoned soundstage and uncover the…
ABieniekHello Broadcasters, We hope you enjoyed the IGN Fan Fest show tonight! We have some exciting news to share with you: NOT FOR BROADCAST WILL RECEIVE THREE DLCs! Live & Spooky Bits Of Your Life The Timeloop With the help of our dear Crazy…
ABieniekHello Broadcasters, We interrupt this broadcast for a special announcement! The IGN Fan Fest starts TONIGHT, and we’re taking part! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35733451/b9c144065233113b2e9986a6fc79c911471a2201.png Tune in at 10am PT | 6pm GMT on…
ABieniekFixed Yesterday's Known Issue: Resolved an issue during the Red Carpet scene in Level 8: 'The Sterility' where certain videos were starting at incorrect moments, resulting in scenarios where the player would be forced to broadcast red…
Patch notesHello Broadcasters, We’re happy to announce that Not For Broadcast is currently 70% OFF as a part of STEAM DAILY DEAL! This means two things: We get that fancy spot on the main Steam page (moment of fame!) Well, pretty self-explanatory, but…
ABieniekWhat time is it? Patch o'clock! Fixes Fixed an issue where subtitles were not disabling correctly in the archive Fixed an issue where the wrong response could be displayed in the incident “A Proportionate Response” Fixed an issue with…
Patch notesHello Broadcasters, Get your headsets ready because the broadcast is about to get even more immersive… NOT FOR BROADCAST IS COMING TO STEAMVR AND META QUEST ON MARCH 23RD! Tired of just watching the news? Tired of just watching yourself…
ABieniekEven more fixes for you: Vision Mixer Normal map error fixed Subtitles during Disrupt hacks now no longer overlap with broadcast subtitles. Grading miscalculations in some instances are now corrected. Video that could loop at the end of Day…
Patch notesHello Broadcasters, Happy 1.0 Release Anniversary! We can’t believe how fast the year has gone and passed. Hope you’re on the edge of your seats and ready for another day of thrilling announcements! Drumroll, please… NOT FOR BROADCAST IS…
ABieniek"The plan is simple: keep switching cameras, control the broadcast and trigger a little bit of ghostly mojo here and there to give the audience the good ol’ fright… Wait, what was that shadowy figure behind Patrick? Must be just my…
ABieniekNew FPS cap option added New profiles now have default input mappings, instead of inheriting the input mappings of the previous profile. ‘Videos not working’ button moved to graphics options menu ‘Snuggle Button’, ‘Snuggle Whack’, ‘Fan…
Patch notesHello Broadcasters, It’s been quite a ride from early access way back in 2020 and we couldn’t be more grateful to all of you for going on that amazing journey with us. And now look at us, taking part in Steam Awards yet again! If you’ve…
ABieniek{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35733451/5733a3c771c825ece0c69abf268fc2782b55310c.png Hello Broadcasters, Between the crunchy orange leaves falling from the trees, the smell of freshly baked pumpkin pie and the existential dread of yet another winter…
ABieniek{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35733451/41753dba679dcfc87bfcca3b7faf388aa24e2a8c.png Join us on stream for a chance to meet the incredibly talented Dan Foley AKA Geoff Algebra and ask him your most pressing questions! Link ⬇ :80sTV…
George Kulko{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35733451/c8a43f56b18534c9738474d8da606bb8ed4bb4bd.png Not For Broadcast is 50% off for the duration of Steam Summer Sale! It's about time you became a broadcast operator in a dystopian Great Britain and influenced the…
Antishyr{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35733451/af9158a073066991a2f02b5914f75ff760929b7a.png A Q&A live stream with George Vere aka Patrick Bannon has started! Join the actor who is chatting with the developers and ask him anything you want. Link ⬇ :80sTV…
AntishyrHello, broadcasters! ːadvancelogoː"The Advance Art Exhibition"ːadvancelogoː: Community Creation Contest is over and we are ready to announce the winner! First of all, we would like to thank every participant for submitting their beautiful…
Antishyr{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35733451/020d8f53b3bcae626ba1695cd9ef356d194e00aa.png Due to high demand, we decided to organize a Q&A session with Paul Baverstock aka Jeremy Donaldson. Join our live stream now and ask him anything you want. Link ⬇…
Antishyr{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35733451/3ada47c4df8e9388d535fbbb0b446a153d346d83.png Hello, broadcasters! It is our pleasure to announce the start of... ːadvancelogoː"THE ADVANCE ART EXHIBITION"ːadvancelogoː COMMUNITY CREATION CONTEST RULES Contest…
AntishyrThe long-awaited Chinese dubbing is here! Thank you to all our Chinese-speaking broadcasters for their patience but we are very happy to announce that NFB is now completely dubbed into Mandarin. And not just that, oh no! We've also decided…
ElectryteEpisode 3 Chinese Dubbing Added Profiles' Feature Added Small bug fixes
Patch notesHello, broadcast operators! Three weeks ago, we launched the completed version of Not For Broadcast. That event marked the end of the 2-year Early Access development phase. During this time, we've polished the game and added lots of…
AntishyrHey, broadcasters! And we are live! Thank you to all our broadcasters who have joined the National Nightly News last week. We are so grateful. And thank you to all of you who have helped us by reporting bugs you've found along the way. What…
Patch notesIntroducing the voices of the Not For Broadcast Russian voice over NFB is a game where a number one priority is immersing the player in a dark satirical atmosphere of a UK-based news channel that is involved in spreading aggressive…
AntishyrHey, broadcasters! We have been truly overwhelmed by the reaction in the days since Not For Broadcast's release. Thank you all so much for your lovely reviews. But! We have fixed a few minor bugs as a special treat, just for you. (I know…
Patch notes{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35733451/6a7daa5f70bf81dbc9b063bc85cc23bb03c04ae4.png ːNFBː Not For Broadcast is featured on the Steam Lunar New Year Sale! Grab the game at a -25% discount: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1147550/Not_For_Broadcast/…
AntishyrFixed pre-1.0 profiles occasionally only getting partially updated to 1.0 and remaining unplayable at version at 0.69.
Patch notesEverything Steam lists as add-on content for this game, newest first. Prices are left out on purpose: the store answers this page in one currency and it is not the reader's.
| Name | Platforms | Released |
|---|---|---|
| Not For Broadcast: The Timeloop | Windows | 29 Aug 2024 |
| Not For Broadcast: Bits of Your Life | Windows | 14 Nov 2023 |
| Not For Broadcast: Live & Spooky | Windows | 23 Mar 2023 |
| Not For Broadcast Season Pass | Windows | 17 Feb 2023 |
| Not For Broadcast Soundtrack | WindowsmacOSLinux | 25 Jun 2020 |
What Steam runs, and with what. Straight from the app configuration.
| Description | Executable | Arguments | Platform | |
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| Launch | NotForBroadcast.exe | any |
The folders Steam Cloud syncs. The root is a token Steam uses for a location on your own machine, not a path this page can know.
| Root | Folder | Files |
|---|---|---|
WinAppDataLocalLow | NotGames/NotForBroadcast/Profiles | *.json and below |
WinAppDataLocalLow | NotGames/NotForBroadcast | *.dat |
It runs on public data and somebody's spare time.
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