Yooka-Laylee is a Action, Adventure game from Playtonic Games with a 72% positive Steam review signal. Indie Lantern indexes it for players browsing by weird, single-player, co-op.
Game snapshot
- Developer
- Playtonic Games
- Release year
- 2017
- Playtime
- Varies by player
- Price
- $19.99
- Review signal
- 72% positive
Screenshots
System requirements
PC
- Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS *: Windows 7 (64bit)
Processor: Intel i5-2500 3.3GHz
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVidia GTS450 / AMD Radeon 6850HD
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 9 GB available space
Sound Card: Windows Compatible Card
Additional Notes: A Controller is STRONGLY recommended to play this game. - Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
macOS
- Minimum
- OS: OSX 10.11 or higher
Processor: Intel i5-3470 3.2Ghz
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: GeForce 675MX / AMD Radeon R9 M380
Storage: 9 GB available space
Additional Notes: A Controller is STRONGLY recommended to play this game.
Linux
- Minimum
- OS: Ubuntu 14.04 or later or SteamOS
Processor: Intel i5-2500 3.3GHz
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVidia GTS450 / AMD Radeon 6850HD
Storage: 9 GB available space
Additional Notes: A Controller is STRONGLY recommended to play this game.
From Steam reviews
Review notes
Yooka-Laylee is worth a closer look if you want exploration, boss rush, controller friendly, and nautical.
Best for players who want nautical, emotional story, strong atmosphere, and exploration.
Check more carefully if you dislike unclear onboarding.
exploration
Play styleThe draw is moving through spaces, discovering details, and learning the world.
boss-rush
Play styleA major part of the game is learning and beating standout fights.
controller-friendly
FitController, gamepad, or Steam Deck play comes up as a plus.
nautical
SettingWater, boats, fishing, or sea travel are important to the feel.
emotional-story
ToneThe story is framed as affecting rather than just plot-heavy.
strong-atmosphere
ToneThe mood, place, and presentation carry a lot of the experience.
chaotic-fun
ToneThe appeal is messy, funny, and unpredictable rather than polished calm.
confusing-onboarding
FrictionThe first hours can be unclear without patience or outside help.
Steam review snapshots
On its own, Yooka-Laylee is great, and I heavily recommend you pick it up if you have the patience to explore large…This game made me cry like an Anime Fan on Prom Night.Also perfect for the Steam Deck.I just get such a vibe of the genre.Why it fits
Check it if you want action, adventure filtered by weird, single-player, co-op.
Who might skip it
Research further on Steam if you need verified accessibility details, exact playtime, or current system requirements.