Baby Steps, a game known for its quirky style, is now slated for a 2025 release on PlayStation 5. This update comes from Devolver Digital’s amusing take on game delays through their annual Delayed Awards, where they humorously highlight games that won’t hit their original launch dates. As part of this roster, Baby Steps has made its mark as one of the more curious titles awaiting players in the future.
For those familiar with Devolver Digital, this publisher has carved out a unique space in the gaming arena with titles such as the iconic Hotline Miami series, as well as other innovative projects like Wizard with a Gun, Enter the Gungeon, and Cult of the Lamb. Back in June 2023, the studio got players hyped up for Baby Steps, a quirky game that we’ll have to be a tad more patient for.
Recently announced through Devolver Digital’s 2024 Delayed Awards, Baby Steps’ launch is now postponed until 2025. Crafted by a small team of three, including the well-known creator of Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy, the game promises to immerse players in the role of an “unemployed failson” who is finally ready to emerge from his basement sanctuary. Following the cumbersome and hilariously challenging game mechanics seen in titles like Getting Over It and Octodad, Baby Steps invites players to enjoy the joys of awkwardly putting one foot in front of the other. Although players were originally keen to dive into this in 2024, they’ll now need to keep watch for updates from Devolver Digital.
According to its game page on Devolver Digital’s site, Baby Steps will include some eyebrow-raising features such as “fully-simulated physics-based walking,” a dynamic soundtrack, an explorable environment that’s not bound by a linear path, and even some non-collectible hats. The trailer for the game teases a delightfully offbeat character and gameplay that stands tall alongside other favorite comedic simulator games. Though the reasons behind the delay remain under wraps, fans are holding out hope that when Baby Steps does arrive, it’ll live up to its promise of hilariously maddening gameplay.
Devolver Digital’s knack for turning unfortunate delays into a light-hearted ritual with its Delayed Awards helps soften the wait for eager gamers. While Baby Steps joins the ranks of titles like Kingdom Hearts that suffer release pushbacks, fans should stay tuned for when Devolver Digital sets the new launch date in stone.
