Owlboy

Developer: D-Pad Studio

Publisher: D-Pad Studio, SOEDESCO Publishing

Nov 1, 2016

Visual

pixel
side scroll

Structure

exploration
interconnected map
Has Hub
Semi-Linear

Combat

action
chase scene

Features

companion combat
relaxed

Themes

fantasy

Summary

Owlboy is a story-driven platform adventure game, where you can fly and explore a brand new world in the clouds! Pick up your friends, and bring them with you as you explore the open skies, in one of the most detailed adventures of this era.

Last updated September 28, 2026

Where to play

- Windows
- Mac
- Linux
- Steam Deck
- Steam
- Demo
Nintendo
- Switch
PlayStation
- PS4
Xbox
- Series X|S
- One

Resources

Links

IGDB
Website

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