Price check · Updated November 10, 2026
Huge classic platformer with several power-ups and 8-12 hours of main story & 300+ hidden locations just begging for exploration · 56 big Levels · 5 huge worlds
Works best on Windows PC and Steam Deck (playable)
Best current price at Steam
Waiting could save up to $6.60, if it returns to its lowest price.
A guide from price history and sale dates, not a promise.
Lowest price ever: $0.39 (October 2015)
| Store | Price | Usual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam | $6.99 | $6.99 | Buy |
| Fanatical | $6.99 | $6.99 | Buy |
Out of work and feeling low, the title character remembers the 8-bit console of his childhood and the games he loved on it. The result is a tribute to the platformers of the 1980s and 1990s, built around classic running and jumping, power-ups, coin collecting and boss battles.
The game has 56 levels across five worlds, hidden warp zones and more than 300 secret locations to find. The main story runs roughly 8 to 12 hours. It is single-player with full controller support, suited to platformer fans who like old-school design and hunting for secrets.
Trailer and screenshots are from the publisher. Tap a screenshot to enlarge it.
| Developer | AwesomeBlade |
|---|---|
| Publisher | AwesomeBlade |
| Released | May 5, 2014 |
| Languages | 1: English |
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8 | - |
| Processor | Dual Core AMD or Intel / AMD E-350 APU | - |
| Memory | 1 GB RAM | - |
| Graphics | Intel HD 4000 / Radeon HD 6310 | - |
| DirectX | Version 9.0c | - |
| Storage | 100 MB available space | - |
| Additional Notes | Xbox 360 controller or Keyboard | - |
How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.
Monitor for the best visuals
Show off 8BitBoy on a sharp 1440p screen. The SANSUI is the budget pick; the 32-inch curved Odyssey wraps the picture around you.
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Upgrade pickSamsung Odyssey G55C 32-inch QHD Curved MonitorController
8BitBoy plays great on a controller. The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C is a cheap, reliable PC pad; the Ultimate 2 adds drift-free Hall effect sticks and a charging dock.
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Upgrade pick8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless ControllerSpeakers
Relaxed games like 8BitBoy sound great on desk speakers. The Pebble V3 is tiny and cheap; the Edifier G2000 fills the room.
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Upgrade pickEdifier G2000 Gaming SpeakersHeadset for immersive sound
Atmosphere is half of 8BitBoy. The Cloud III has rich spatial sound; the Arctis Nova 7 goes wireless with long battery life.
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Upgrade pickSteelSeries Arctis Nova 7Low-latency mouse
Fast aim in 8BitBoy needs a light mouse with a quick wireless link. The G305 is a cheap lag-free wireless pick; the Superlight 2 is what pros use.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G Pro X Superlight 2Prices change often, so check the latest price on Amazon. SteelGames may earn a small commission on purchases.
The lowest recorded price is $0.39 in October 2015.
The best current price we found is $6.99 at Steam, against a usual price of $6.99.
Wait. Wait. $6.99 is 1692% above its lowest price on record ($0.39). It is not on sale right now. Next big sale: Steam Winter Sale, in 37 days.
