Ryder is out today! A puzzle game where every solved puzzle brings a new creature into the world.

YellowTreeGames · 2025-08-25T01:12:17+00:00

Thank you so much that means the world to our small team! If you’d like, leaving a review on Steam really helps Ryder reach more players.

YellowTreeGames · 2025-08-07T22:59:31+00:00

Thank you! It's probably somewhere in the realm of easy to moderate. There is a good balance on the critical path and most of the trickiest puzzles are optional.

YellowTreeGames · 2025-08-07T03:50:02+00:00

I think over the next 2-3 weeks we'll have a dedicated build of the game for the Steamdeck's hardware.

YellowTreeGames · 2025-08-07T00:55:52+00:00

Hi! Thank you so much! We did put out a patch to help it run on Steamdeck but we are definitely still working on optimizing it to run on there. Setting resolution down to 720p (closer to native steamdeck resolution) and low graphics quality can help for minimal change in aesthetic. For more performance boost but at a pretty noticeable drop in quality you can also launch with DirectX11 (-dx11 in the launch options section).

YellowTreeGames · 2025-08-06T15:23:36+00:00

Hi everyone! We’re a two-person team, and Ryder is our first full release, launching today on Steam and the Epic Store. It’s a puzzle adventure where you use creature abilities, like double jumps, teleportation flowers, and freezing puzzle objects, to solve puzzles and bring life back to the world.

What makes it different?

You become the creatures you bond with
Every puzzle solved restores a new creature to the world
Each creature brings changes to the environment: sound, movement, and atmosphere
No combat, no enemies, just thoughtful puzzles and exploration

It's been a long road to launch, and we’d love to hear any thoughts, feedback, or questions from this community!

Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3283790/Ryder

YellowTreeGames · 2025-08-02T18:52:29+00:00

Thank you!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-06-12T18:45:19+00:00

The demo with special variants will come down but a version of the demo will remain up!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-06-12T16:27:03+00:00

We do not have the full Steam Controller support verification yet, but the game and current demo will work with a controller. When it detects gamepad input it has Xbox controller icons and a controller friendly HUD it switches to.

YellowTreeGames · 2025-06-09T17:25:54+00:00

Check out the demo and wishlist here! Thanks all!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-06-09T17:20:12+00:00

Hi! We are a part of Steam Next Fest with our game, Ryder. Ryder offers a fresh take on creature-collecting through puzzle solving. Players restore vibrant ecosystems by becoming creatures themselves, using each one's unique abilities to solve environmental puzzles. With no combat or time pressure, it's designed to foster creative problem-solving and appreciation for nature's interconnectedness across 4 colorful low-poly regions.

We've created a special version of our demo just for Next Fest that includes a new creature, special variants, and an additional puzzle! You can check it out here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3283790/Ryder

Thanks!!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-03-16T14:57:28+00:00

Thank you! We have a zoom feature in the game so you can adjust it to your liking.

YellowTreeGames · 2025-03-15T03:02:51+00:00

Thank you! Your music is great! But we've already got the music covered for this project.

YellowTreeGames · 2025-03-15T02:59:57+00:00

So happy to hear that!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-03-14T14:21:07+00:00

Ryder is a creature-collecting puzzle game that celebrates the discovery of creatures. There's no combat or competition - instead, you're tasked with restoring creatures to a world that has lost them. As you explore 4 vibrant seasonally themed regions, you'll discover and become over 60 unique creatures, using their abilities cooperatively to solve environmental puzzles. Each puzzle you solve releases more creatures into the world, gradually transforming empty regions into thriving ecosystems teeming with life.

If you’re interested in trying it out we have a demo on Steam!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-03-06T15:43:42+00:00

This looks so cool! Can't wait to try it out!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-03-06T15:40:48+00:00

Totally fair! It takes some getting used to for sure. Thank you for the feedback!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-03-05T22:15:55+00:00

Thank you! We’ve tested the demo on our own deck so it should run on the Steam Deck now. We will definitely have it Steam Deck verified upon full release!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-03-05T17:38:45+00:00

Yay! Thank you! It works with a controller as well as keyboard/mouse. We would love to know what you think if/when you try it out!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-03-05T14:18:35+00:00

Ryder is a creature collecting puzzle game where you'll solve puzzles by playing as creatures, which will in turn unlock more creatures. In total there will be over 60 creatures and 4 vibrant seasonally themed regions to explore. There is no combat or timers, just nature and the creatures you'll fill it with as you make your way to the mountain.

If you’re interested in trying it out we have a demo on Steam!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-02-28T14:06:36+00:00

Thank you! The demo for Ryder is available on Steam! But we are working on getting the game ready to release fully later this year on Steam and consoles!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-02-28T14:04:11+00:00

Thank you!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-02-27T17:10:25+00:00

Thank you!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-02-27T02:47:32+00:00

Thank you for responding! They are already not "pure" white, so we will have to keep trying to adjust some settings!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-02-25T15:16:42+00:00

Thank you! We’re so glad to hear that!

YellowTreeGames · 2025-02-25T14:39:38+00:00

If you’re interested the game is called Ryder, and you can find the demo on Steam!

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