Release Date: October 9, 2025
A refreshed and expanded version of the 3D platformer from 2017. Yooka-Replaylee features much better graphics, a brand new world map, an improved progression tracking system, additional challenges and improvements to the character controls.
Yooka-Replaylee is a thoroughly refreshed and content enriched version of the 3D platformer titled Yooka-Laylee, released in 2017. The game was developed by the authors of the original, i.e. the independent studio Playtonic Games, founded by developers who previously co-created some of the greatest hits made by Rare studio, such as Banjo-Kazooie or Donkey Kong Country.
Yooka-Replaylee takes us on a journey to a colorful world whose fate hangs in the balance when the sinister Capital B decided to collect all the books in the world and turn them into money. When his greedy hands reached the land of Shipwreck Creek to seize the most powerful of them, the residents Yooka and Laylee decided to step into action and thwart his plans. It's up to us to make them succeed.
In Yooka-Replaylee we watch the action from a third-person perspective (TPP). The game gives us two heroes who differ in appearance, size and skills. The green chameleon Yooka can run, jump, use his long tongue to attack enemies and grab onto elements of the environment. The purple bat Laylee, who spends most of her time on the head of her larger companion, can make use of ultrasound and wings. The former allows her to attack enemies, while the latter enables her to lift her colleague and cover short distances in the air.
The game takes place on diverse, vast maps with an open structure, which we can freely traverse. While exploring them, we jump over obstacles, avoid traps and terrain obstacles, and fight opponents. On the way, we collect pages of a magical book, giving us access to new locations, as well as other items that affect the gameplay in various ways (for example, healing our heroes or unlocking their new abilities).
Yooka-Replaylee stands out from the original thanks to new elements and numerous improvements. The authors delved into the challenges, both creating new ones and refining those that were present in the first version of the titular duo's adventure. In addition, there is a new, official currency of Hivory Towers, which we can spend in Vendi machines to purchase special tonics that enhance the abilities of our characters or provide cosmetic items for them.
It doesn't end there, because the developers provided us with a completely new world map and a system for tracking progress in individual challenges, as well as refreshed controls (so that individual movements can be combined more smoothly) and a previously unavailable camera.
In Yooka-Replaylee we can play alone or in local co-op.
Yooka-Replaylee boasts refreshed graphics, including improved animations and increased resolution. During the game we are accompanied by orchestral arrangements of original pieces by Grant Kirkhope and David Wise.
Platforms:
PC Windows
PlayStation 5
Xbox Series X/S
Switch 2
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System Requirements for Yooka-Replaylee Video Game:
PC / Windows
Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-4460, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 750 Ti, 20 GB HDD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.
Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-6700K, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 970, 20 GB HDD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.
Game Ratings for Yooka-Replaylee Video Game.
LadiesGamers.com: by James Luff
Yooka-Replaylee is exactly what I hoped the original game would be: a joyful and beautifully built 3D platformer bursting with things to discover. Whether you’re a returning fan or completely new to Yooka and Laylee’s antics, this version delivers everything with polish and heart. For me, it was extra special because I played most of it with my son, who was grinning from ear to ear watching me roll and jump through the levels. It’s the kind of game that’s just as much fun to watch as it is to play, and that’s a rare thing. If you’ve ever loved Banjo-Kazooie, or if the original Yooka-Laylee didn’t quite grab you, this is your second chance, and it’s well worth taking. A free demo is also available if you want to try it out first.
TheSixthAxis: 9 / 10 by Steve C
Yooka-Replaylee isn't just the definitive version of the game; it's one of the most enjoyable 3D platformers this side of Nintendo first party titles or Astro Bot. The levels are now packed with things to do, the range of different challenges keeps things interesting, and the upgrades and equippable tonics enable you to customise the difficult to suit your playstyle. All in all, this is now an essential purchase for fans of 3D platformers.
DualShockers: 9.5 / 10 by Ethan Krieger
Yooka-Replaylee feels like one of the best Nintendo 64-era collect-a-thons ever, but with every bit of shine, polish, and refinement that a 2025 release allows. Each level and character design is gorgeous, the orchestral soundtrack is incredible, and there's a ridiculous amount of activities and challenges jam-packed into every single nook and cranny of the game. The whole thing handles as smooth as butter and is a top-tier platformer experience that's oozing with heart, charm, joy, fun, and humor. My hat is truly off to Playtonic for taking the foundation of their 2017 title and improving upon it tenfold in every conceivable way. This is a banger.
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