One of the quirkier offerings from Devolver Digital, Baby Steps, is now set to hit PlayStation 5 in 2025 after a delay was announced. The news broke through the company’s tongue-in-cheek Delayed Awards, where they humorously share updates on games that aren’t arriving on time. Among the titles needing more development time, Baby Steps stands out for its unusual blend of humor and gameplay that continues to captivate potential players.
Devolver Digital has built a reputation for delivering unique games, coming off titles like Hotline Miami, Wizard with a Gun, and Cult of the Lamb, which have resonated with fans seeking creative experiences. In June 2023, a buzz surrounded the announcement of Baby Steps, and it seems the wait will now be a bit longer for this intriguing project.
Announced during the Delayed Awards 2024, Baby Steps moves its arrival to 2025. Created by a small team that includes the well-known creator behind Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy, the game stars “an unemployed failson” who leaves his basement sanctuary to embark on a real-world journey, one awkward step at a time. With its intentionally clunky controls, reminiscent of titles like Octodad, the game promises both comedy and challenge. Although eager fans expected its release in 2024, patience will be their guide as they wait for Devolver Digital to confirm a new date.
Visitors to the Baby Steps page on the Devolver Digital website will find enticing features like fully-simulated physics-based walking, a dynamic soundtrack, and an environment ripe for exploration. Adding to the fun, it includes non-collectible hats and an amusing “fully dynamic onesie soilage system.” Early previews reveal a protagonist whose playful antics mirror the delightfully unpredictable realm of gaming simulators, leaving fans hopeful for a launch that delivers both frustration and amusement when it finally arrives next year.
Devolver Digital has mastered turning game delays into a lighthearted affair with its Delayed Awards, making the waiting game a bit more bearable for those eagerly anticipating new launches. As Baby Steps joins a list of delayed games, like the anticipated Kingdom Hearts installment, players are encouraged to stay alert for updates on its official release date from Devolver Digital.
