Full game metadata
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Steam app type | game |
| Steam App ID | 3829070 |
| Live current players | 0 |
| SteamPulse tracked peak | 1 |
| Live count (today's peak floor) | 0 |
| Price | Free to play |
| Free to play | Yes |
| Discount | 0% |
| Original price USD | — |
| Current price USD | Free |
| Release date | Jul 16, 2025 |
| Developer | Orange Plate Games |
| Publisher | Orange Plate Games |
| Owners estimated | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate minimum | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate maximum | Not available |
| Review type | Positive |
| Positive review percent | 100% |
| Positive reviews | 11 |
| Negative reviews | 0 |
| Total reviews | 11 |
| Steam recommendations | Not available |
| Achievements | Not available |
| Average playtime forever | Not available |
| Windows support | Yes |
| macOS support | No |
| Linux support | No |
| Parent game | Not available |
| Store URL | https://store.steampowered.com/app/3829070/ |
Short description
Survive the streets, outsmart the gangs, and uncover what freedom really means in this dark narrative adventure.
About this game
If you like it, consider supporting it on Kickstarter PLAYING WITH THE BIG BOYS is a 2D, point-and-click, narrative-driven adventure video game with a focus on atmosphere , character , and storytelling . Step into the worn-out shoes of Jack, caught in a world of bigger players , dirty deals , and personal demons . Explore hand-crafted environments, uncover layered storylines , and interact with a cast of eccentric characters. At the heart of Playing With The Big Boys lies the struggle for freedom, but freedom isn’t what you think. You’re not just trying to escape a place; you’re navigating what freedom really means in a world that never lets you forget you’re just a child . Every choice , every step deeper into the city’s shadows , shows how power shapes lives, how it’s given , taken , abused , or stolen . You’re navigating the complex, painful journey of claiming your own will in a world that tries to control it. And sometimes, the hardest part isn’t the dangers outside, but the fear inside. This is a story about power , survival , and what it really means to be free when every path feels like a trap . Core Gameplay Crafting: Scavenge and combine everyday objects to create tools and items that help you survive and navigate the harsh streets. Dialogue: Talk to characters to uncover clues, learn new information, and unlock quests. Every conversation helps you piece together the story and find your way forward. World Interaction: Use found items creatively to manipulate your environment like buckets to reach high places or triggering hidden mechanisms to open secret routes. Mini-Games: Face quick, tense challenges such as defending yourself against a street kid who’s trying to provoke a fight, test your reflexes and wits to come out on top. Narration: Hear from the older version of the kid you play as, reflecting back on his journey through the city. His voice adds emotional weight and perspective, reminding you that every choice shapes the person you’ll become. You’re just 12 years old , running away from a life full of chores , rules , and empty promises , chasing the freedom you’ve never known. No more homework , no more responsibilities , just t…
Supported languages
English * , French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain * languages with full audio support