Big Walk on Steam: Buying Guide

TL;DR: Big Walk costs $14.99 on Steam right now — a 25% launch discount off the $19.99 list price that runs until around August 18, 2026 (as of August 11, 2026). The Steam version covers both Windows and Mac, supports full crossplay with PS5 and Switch 2, and sits at Very Positive with 93% of English reviews recommending it.

Price and Launch Discount

According to Steam's official store data for the US region, Big Walk launched on August 4, 2026 at $14.99, reflecting a 25% introductory discount off the $19.99 base price. The discount ends around August 18, 2026 — the exact end date shown on regional store pages; if you're reading this later, expect the price to have returned to $19.99. There is no DLC and no deluxe edition — one purchase, whole game.

Wondering how that compares to PS5 and Switch 2 — including the PS Plus giveaway? The full price comparison covers all three platforms.

What the Steam Version Includes

The official store listing carries an unusually generous feature set for a co-op game:

• Windows and Mac in one purchase (no Linux version)
• Online Co-op for 2–12 players with the game's signature proximity voice chat
• Cross-Platform Multiplayer — Steam's official tag, matching the developer's crossplay confirmation (how it works)
• 12 Steam Achievements
• Full controller support, including DualShock/DualSense
• Save Anytime + Steam Cloud
• Family Sharing
• 14 supported languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, and Chinese
• Accessibility tags: Camera Comfort, Color Alternatives, Adjustable Difficulty, Playable without Timed Input

System Requirements

Steam lists the following specs for the Windows version:

The GPU floor is modest — a GTX 750 Ti is a 2014 card — but note the CPU and 12 GB RAM requirements are higher than typical indie fare.

For Mac players:

Intel Macs are not supported — Apple Silicon only.

Steam vs Mac App Store

Mac players can buy Big Walk on Steam or on the Mac App Store. The official FAQ notes one practical difference: the Mac App Store version doesn't support Game Center friend lists, so friends' sessions won't appear automatically there — you'll join with a Join Code instead. On Steam, your friend list works normally across Windows and Mac. If your group already lives on Steam, that's the smoother pick.

Reviews on Steam

As of August 11, 2026, Big Walk holds a Very Positive rating on Steam, with 93% of 7,985 English user reviews positive and 10,095 reviews across all languages. The Steam page also displays the game's Metacritic score of 92 for PC. For critic quotes, platform-by-platform scores, and the criticism written honestly, see the review roundup.

Should You Buy on Steam?

A few honest pointers, based on the platform data:

• If you have PS Plus, claim the free PS5 version first — it costs nothing until August 31, 2026, and crossplay means you can still play with Steam friends.
• If your group is PC/Mac-centric, Steam at $14.99 during the discount window is the obvious pick — friend lists work everywhere, and Family Sharing lets a household share one copy.
• If you're on an Intel Mac, the game won't run — consider the PS5 or Switch 2 version instead.
• Remember the group requirement: Big Walk needs at least 2 players and has no matchmaking, so make sure at least one friend is buying too. The beginner guide covers how sessions and Join Codes work once you're in.

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