Devolver Digital, well known for its quirky and unique gaming titles, has announced that one of its most anticipated games, Baby Steps, will now hit the shelves in 2025, much to the dismay of eager fans. In true Devolver fashion, this delay was humorously flagged during their annual Delayed Awards. It’s a lighthearted reminder, complete with tongue-in-cheek jabs, about the games that will take a bit longer to reach players’ hands.
For those who might not be familiar, Devolver has quite the reputation thanks to trailblazing titles like Hotline Miami, along with other eccentric games such as Wizard with a Gun, Enter the Gungeon, and Cult of the Lamb. The announcement of Baby Steps earlier in 2023 had stirred quite the buzz, and it seems fans will have to sit tight a little longer before they can dive into this peculiar adventure.
Baby Steps, developed by a tight-knit team of three, including the famed mind behind Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy, offers a plot that sees players embodying an “unemployed failson” who finally steps out of his comfort zone to explore the wider world. Expect gameplay mechanics that gleefully challenge players, with intentionally awkward controls similar to those seen in Getting Over It and Octodad. Designed to be both a test and a source of amusement, the game promises to be an entertaining ride—once it’s eventually released in 2025, that is.
Scrolling through Devolver Digital’s site, it’s clear Baby Steps isn’t your typical game. Highlights include the “fully-simulated physics-based walking,” coupled with a quirky non-linear world, and let’s not overlook the “fully dynamic onesie soilage system”—certainly features you won’t find in every game. The early trailers set the tone with their playful protagonist and scenes reminiscent of other beloved simulator titles known for their entertaining unpredictability. While the delay specifics are under wraps, hopeful players are optimistic for 2025, banking on a comedic and pleasantly challenging experience.
The Delayed Awards by Devolver have become an annual jest, softening the disappointment of delayed launches through humor. Alongside Baby Steps, other titles like the upcoming Kingdom Hearts are also paused momentarily, leaving fans eagerly awaiting announcements of new release dates. As they hold out for the official new release schedule, Devolver Digital maintains its dedication to delivering unforgettable yet delightfully witty gaming escapades.
