{"rewrite":{"id":"r_1a3ee0d7f789270e04110a86","clusterId":"c_4667f56ff332dccefaf81478","slug":"friendly-steps-demo-launches-on-steam","model":"deepseek-v4-flash","headline":"Friendly Steps Demo Launches on Steam","summary":"Publisher Ytopia and developer KORO.GAMES released a free demo of the cooperative action game Friendly Steps on Steam on June 4, 2026. The game is a physics-based title where up to four players control drunk characters tied together with ropes, each leg controlled separately, as they stagger through night streets toward home. The path includes dangerous bridges, construction sites, and hidden shortcuts. If one player falls, the rope drags everyone down. The demo includes a special stage and supports local and online co-op for up to four players. The full version is scheduled for release later in 2026. The game will also appear at Steam Next Fest from June 16 to 23. Friendly Steps supports 14 languages including Japanese, English, Korean, and Chinese. Character customization options include salaryman, firefighter, police officer, and streamer costumes. A time attack mode competes for the fastest return home.","whyItMatters":"The demo's release gives players an early look at a physics-based party game that has already gained traction among overseas streamers, with millions of views on TikTok and Instagram before its full launch.","webCardHtml":"\u003cp\u003eFriendly Steps assigns separate controls for each foot, forcing players to walk unsteadily step by step. The rope mechanic means one stumble can pull the whole group off balance, turning a simple walk home into chaotic physics puzzles. The demo stage is a curated slice of the full game, and online voice chat is included so players can argue over who caused the fall. The full version will add more locations, items, side quests, and costumes. Ytopia, the publisher, previously released the indie hit MISERY, which sold over one million copies. Friendly Steps is listed on Steam with support for 14 languages and a planned 2026 release window. The game will be part of Steam Next Fest June Edition starting June 16.\u003c/p\u003e","blueskyPost":"Friendly Steps demo is out on Steam. You control each leg separately, you're tied to your friends by rope, and if one falls everyone goes down. Up to 4-player co-op, voice chat included so you can blame each other.","twitterPost":"Drunk physics party game Friendly Steps drops a free demo on Steam today. Full version due 2026. Already racking up millions of views on TikTok and Instagram.","threadsPost":null,"newsletterBlurb":"Ytopia and KORO.GAMES released a free demo of Friendly Steps on Steam. The cooperative action game lets up to four drunk players tied together with ropes stagger home through physics-based obstacles. 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