Baby Steps, a quirky title from Devolver Digital that’s been on many gamers’ radar, won’t be hitting PlayStation 5 until 2025. Announced as part of Devolver Digital’s ironically named annual Delayed Awards, the game’s release is being pushed back, among other exciting titles from the publisher known for its unconventional approach.
Fans of Devolver Digital likely followed the studio from standout games like Hotline Miami, Wizard with a Gun, Enter the Gungeon, and Cult of the Lamb. Known for pushing creative boundaries, Devolver had piqued interest with the announcement of Baby Steps in June 2023. However, it seems players will now have to exercise a bit more patience before they can dive into its unique gameplay.
In a colorful twist, the company used its Delayed Awards to humorously announce the postponement to 2025. Developed by a small team including Bennett Foddy—famous for the challenging Getting Over It—Baby Steps places players in the shoes of an “unemployed failson.” He’s finally stepping out of the basement to face the outside world, quite literally putting one foot in front of the other. If that sounds tricky, you’re not wrong. With controls that recall the hilariously tough gameplay of titles like Octodad, Baby Steps aims to leave players both frustrated and entertained. Though fans were hoping for a 2024 release, they’ll need to wait until Devolver confirms a new date in 2025.
According to Devolver Digital’s website, Baby Steps will offer players an adventure filled with “fully-simulated physics-based walking,” a soundtrack that adapts to your movements, and non-linear exploration. Meanwhile, non-collectible hats and a quirky “fully dynamic onesie soilage system” offer some eyebrow-raising features. An early look at the gameplay suggests a fun and unpredictable experience that’s bound to endear it to fans of off-the-wall simulator games. Although the reason behind the delay hasn’t been specified, anticipation continues to build as players await what promises to be a satisfying, if challenging, game.
With their Delayed Awards, Devolver Digital has a knack for taking the sting out of postponed launches, turning a potential disappointment into an amusing story. As Baby Steps nestles into the lineup of delayed games, fans remain optimistic for when Devolver eventually announces a definite release date. Keep your eyes peeled for further updates from the world of Devolver Digital, a studio that never fails to keep the gaming community amused and enthralled.
