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Yooka-Replaylee
Action
Adventure
Casual
Indie
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Cloud
Stats
Family Sharing

Embark on an epic 3D platforming collectathon adventure with Yooka and Laylee! Yooka-Replaylee is packed with new moves, more story, exciting challenges, hidden secrets, and more than double the collectibles to uncover. Can you help them rescue the world’s biggest treasure?

Developers: Playtonic Games
Publishers: PM Studios, Inc. Playtonic Friends
Release Date: Oct 9, 2025
Price (USD): $29.99
Current Players: 36

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Very Positive(92%)
better graphics
smooth controls
quality improvements
new content
nostalgic
unlock moves
game pacing
sense of progression
technical issues
poor optimization
game freezes
controller problems
The general sentiment of the reviews is nuanced, with a prevailing sense of significant improvement over the original Yooka-Laylee. Players largely enjoy the enhanced graphics, smoother controls, and additional content, making it a nostalgic experience akin to beloved classic platformers. However, there are critical notes on technical issues like poor optimization and bugs, alongside mixed feelings about gameplay changes such as the instant access to moves. Despite some frustrations, many view it as a successful revival, encouraging fans of the genre to give it a try.

Positive Points

  • The game is a significant improvement over the original, with better graphics, smoother controls, and a more vibrant world.
  • Players appreciate the nostalgia and homage to classic games like Banjo-Kazooie and Mario Odyssey.
  • Quality of life improvements such as an improved camera, fast travel, and extensive collectibles have made the game more accessible and enjoyable.
  • The addition of new content, like better mission designs and cosmetic options, enhances the overall experience.

    • Negative Points

  • Some players experience technical issues like poor optimization, game freezes, and controller compatibility problems.
  • Certain gameplay elements, like the green coin challenges and Pagie Pieces, can be frustrating due to camera issues.
  • Some players feel that the game lacks difficulty, with too many optional collectibles.

    • Mixed Points

  • The decision to have all moves unlocked from the start is appreciated for reducing backtracking but criticized for removing a sense of progression.
  • There are varying opinions on the game's pacing and narrative approach, with some players enjoying the changes and others finding them disruptive.

    • Common Themes

  • Comparison to and improvement over the original Yooka-Laylee game is a frequent topic, with most agreeing it addresses many prior criticisms.
  • Nostalgia for classic 3D platformers is a strong appeal, as the game draws heavily from past iconic titles.
  • Technical performance issues and lack of detailed settings are common complaints that negatively impact the user experience for some players.
    • Updated 10/11/2025, 12:01:26 AM UTC
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