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Mr. Sleepy Man
Developer Devin Santi
Mr. Sleepy Man is up way past his bedtime and out of control! Make a mess of everything you find and turn Bedtime Town against you! This sandbox adventure is filled with comical hijinks, outrageous characters, and platforming action! From the Steam store page
360 reactions from 3 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky, Mastodon) · newest Nov 5, 2026 · last updated Nov 5, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
97
LovedLoved
261 positive · 7 negative
95% range 95–99%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 261 | 7 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 35 | 0 | 54 |
| Mastodon * | 0 | 0 | 3 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Overwhelmingly Positive
667 of 679 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
97% recommend · 261 yes, 7 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 268 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Overwhelmingly Positive (701 of 712 positive).
Players praise Mr. Sleepy Man as a heartfelt, nostalgic 3D platformer with tight controls and a fantastic soundtrack. [1][2][3] Some reviewers note bugs, camera issues, and floaty controls that can frustrate. [4][5][6] A few players found the humor off-putting or experienced motion sickness. [7][8]
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Representative posts
- [2]
Games like this only ever come around once in a while, Cave Story, Balatro and Undertale come to mind. A lightening bolt reminder that games don't exist to cynically extract value from players or to maximize profit for the shareholders. Games can exist an expression of art and reflect the artist who creates them. They can be a fun experience for the people who plays them just because that was the vision of the …
- [9]
I cannot recommend this game enough. The music is fantastic, and the aesthetic goal of "some random PS1 platformer you played when you were in the fugue state of tiredness after a long night of homework" is hit with a bullseye. What at first looks like a simple and fun "Goat Simulator" type game soon becomes something far, far greater once you start exploring and poking around. Everything you do has some consequence …
- [5]
Okay. Gonna get the "critique" bits outta the way first. Mr. Sleepy is VERY floaty to control and that might frustrate some people. It fits the dreamlike settings, but when you get to some substantially more difficult platforming sections, the learning curve shoots up dramatically. Or it did for me. Maybe that's the reason there's no "lives" counter, which is generous in of itself. I can't remember if the game tells …
- [1]
I had the distinct privilege of getting to watch this game come together over the past three years, since its original 2023 demo. The platforming gameplay, the charming wacky world, the unbelievable twists and turns, and the incredible soundtrack all come together to create an experience unlike any other. I got to help playtest this game leading up to release so I'm definitely biased, but for fans of bold, creative …
- [3]
Mr Sleepy Man. This game is an absolute gem. I played the demo many times, and have only barely sunk my teeth into the full release but wow, it’s phenomenal. The movement is tight, music is banging, and has hysterical moments around every corner. This is what an indie game is. Every piece of this game feels hand crafted, from the voiced characters and custom soundtrack with vocals that are super catchy. It’s a love …
Summarised from 34 of the 350 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 13, 2026. How summaries are made
RottenBot@rottenbot · automated account
97% of the 268 Steam reviewers we collected recommend Mr. Sleepy Man. The complaint that keeps coming up: camera can be janky and glitchy. Deal-breaker or nitpick?
Reactions
60 of 360 · most liked firstTONIGHT AT 8:30PM ET! Because of our sick child we are both sleepy, so what better game to play than MR. SLEEPY MAN! twitch.tv/secretsleepoversociety
positive · AI labelView post →Today, we launched a Switch game! It’s, of course, Devin’ Santi’s Mr. Sleepy Man! This launch has been so fun to work on and we’re having a blast exploring Bedtime Town...on the go! We’re so incredibly proud of our sleepy little fella 💤
neutral · AI labelView post →I had the distinct privilege of getting to watch this game come together over the past three years, since its original 2023 demo. The platforming gameplay, the charming wacky world, the unbelievable twists and turns, and the incredible soundtrack all come together to create an experience unlike any other. I got to help playtest this game leading up to release so I'm definitely biased, but for fans of bold, creative visions and fun 3D platforming this is THE must-play game of 2026.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Games like this only ever come around once in a while, Cave Story, Balatro and Undertale come to mind. A lightening bolt reminder that games don't exist to cynically extract value from players or to maximize profit for the shareholders. Games can exist an expression of art and reflect the artist who creates them. They can be a fun experience for the people who plays them just because that was the vision of the person(s) creating the game. Mr Sleepy Man is a love letter to Nintendo 64 era…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Felt like I was a kid again, with the whole family gathered around me playing N64 on the living room TV, shouting at the screen to dictate what should be done next. Except this time, I wasn't the one playing - it was my son, with his brother, mom and dad all gathered around him. Thank you, Devin Santi, for creating this amazing game and for allowing me to share this experience with my family. You've definitely unlocked a core memory in my son's life.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Beat Mr. Sleepy Man Great game. Still have some stuff to do in it but got the credits. I remember when games had stuff in them.
positive · AI labelView post →This is going to be a soft recommend. This is definitely not for everyone, it might not have been for me. Playing it sometimes I felt like "wow this is cool" and sometimes like "well, this is kind of tiring", which I feel is a good way to summarize how I feel about the game. Somethings are great, somethings are okay, and somethings are bad. Great stuff: - This is definitely a labor of love, almost entirely made by a single developer. That means 3D modeling, programming, story, sounds, level…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →🎵 LOST IN DREAMS, from the game MR. SLEEPY MAN This is a accordion cover i whipped up today, inspired by the stream by @panootsart.bsky.social! seeing someone just create without any kind of reservation, it's SO inspiring.
neutral · AI labelView post →It's been incredible to see the reception to Mr. Sleepy Man so far - the one curse of getting to playtest the game over the past year has been keeping my mouth shut about how excellent it is!!! store.steampowered.com/app/1657740/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Per the recommendation (and viewing pleasure) of my friend @waveparadigm.com, I started playing a newer indie 3D platformer called Mr. Sleepy Man last night. This game is an absolute fever dream (affectionate).
positive · AI labelView post →In about an hour, @prettygrimgames.bsky.social and I are playing my game-of-the-con pick from last year's PAX West MR. SLEEPY MAN!!!! It's early in production but I'm very excited to get my (decidedly grub-less) hands on it. Watch Here:
neutral · AI labelView post →🔴 NOW LIVE 🔴 LOOK BONEHEAD, YOU'RE STARRING IN A GAME!!!⭐️ We'll do some handcam first to show off all the junk i got on my trip! Then we're playing Mr. Sleepy Man!!! twitch.tv/fangguu
neutral · AI labelView post →I cannot recommend this game enough. The music is fantastic, and the aesthetic goal of "some random PS1 platformer you played when you were in the fugue state of tiredness after a long night of homework" is hit with a bullseye. What at first looks like a simple and fun "Goat Simulator" type game soon becomes something far, far greater once you start exploring and poking around. Everything you do has some consequence somewhere and figuring out how each piece of the Rube Goldberg fits together is…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Mr Sleepy Man. This game is an absolute gem. I played the demo many times, and have only barely sunk my teeth into the full release but wow, it’s phenomenal. The movement is tight, music is banging, and has hysterical moments around every corner. This is what an indie game is. Every piece of this game feels hand crafted, from the voiced characters and custom soundtrack with vocals that are super catchy. It’s a love letter to the platformers of yesteryear, and continues to prove its worthiness…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →this is the soul of Dreamcast, Playstation 1 and N64 platformers thrown into a blender of God Himself, and God smoked all the good weed and out came the lord of Dreams, Mr. Sleepy Man. this is probably the most unique game i've played and i've played thousands of games so far.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →One of the greatest video games I’ve ever played. Genuinely insane that one man did everything and it’s all fantastic. Didn’t expect it to pull on my heart strings but it was welcomed. Deserves more recognition
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →VERY good game, its a tad buggy, I've randomly clipped through environments and activated certain things before they were meant to be activated and the game just has everything standing still but since this is made by one guy I'm not gonna hold him for it, just needs some updates. Overall though this is an incredibly fun game with a lot of heartfelt stories , genuinely funny jokes , style and just plain good ol fun. There is a specific sequence in here that made me cry too. Thank you Devin,…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I got a code for this wild indie game called Mr. Sleepy Man which is perfect for me bc I’m one sleepy guy We’re gonna check it out right now, come join on tweeeeetch 😴😴😴😴😴😴😴
positive · AI labelView post →Okay. Gonna get the "critique" bits outta the way first. Mr. Sleepy is VERY floaty to control and that might frustrate some people. It fits the dreamlike settings, but when you get to some substantially more difficult platforming sections, the learning curve shoots up dramatically. Or it did for me. Maybe that's the reason there's no "lives" counter, which is generous in of itself. I can't remember if the game tells you where the guitar songs are stored due to my faulty memory, but I'm…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Gave Mr. Sleepy Man another session. That game is weeeeeeird with a cruel undertone, but is also kind of amazing.
neutral · AI labelView post →✰ Schedule March 23 - 29 ! ✰ Back to 4 LPs a week, GoBus watchalong on monday (mid season movie + 2 eps), JUMP on wednesday and weekend is for Mr Sleepy Man (cool indie game I backed), Binding of Isaac gamba is back and Sunday Cyber Sleuth Funday ‣ twitch.tv/batatvideoga...
neutral · AI labelView post →Who wants to play an indie game that looks like it’s straight out of the 90s?? We are trying out Mr. Sleepy Man thanks to @bloob3rry.bsky.social ! Come join us! Twitch.tv/harliquinjestee
neutral · AI labelView post →It really is a difficult game to describe without giving something away. Yes, Mr. Sleepy Man is a 3D Mascot Platformer, and a collect-a-thon. But beyond that, it's one of the most alive sandboxes I've ever experienced. Suddenly the game becomes a playable music video, and before you know it you're getting hit with a dark and deeply personal narrative, all without the tight platforming or sandbox elements ever taking a hit. This is a product that covers so many different genres and subjects, yet…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →🎶"Forget about me, Put my brain to sleep! What's reality? I'm still lost in dreams."💤 Here's my entry for the Mr. Sleepy Man Fan Art Contest, I had too much fun putting this all together. If you haven't played Mr. Sleepy Man I'd highly recommend it, an absolute gem of a game from start to finish!
positive · AI labelView post →It is rare you see this level of quality and heart put into a platformer. I only got it earlier today and I find myself giddy with joy. Please buy this game, I wanna see what the team makes next.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game is fun! I can confidently say without ever having met the dev that he grew up with a Nintendo 64, because there's heavy elements of Banjo Kazooie and Conker's Bad Fur Day and even a little bit of Zelda musical jamming. It's hideously charming and totally cohesive in its bizarre world to explore. As an adult gamer I fel like sometimes games get a bit too far up their own arse and forget to be fun? This game knows how to be the arse. And it's a great time.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →**I am a content creator who received a free game code from the publisher** This is the first game I've ever accepted from a publisher for my stream before and I am so glad I said yes. The silly theme song in the trailer and knowing that it was solo developed was what piqued my interest, but within an hour of playing, I was having so much fun jumping around, interacting with everything I came across, and dying of laughter from the writing. The game was described to me as a cross between…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Ok, so there I was... just a sleepy man, right? Then I woke up and broke some stuff. Ok, not too weird. Well, cut forward a bit and everything is on fire. Honestly, no idea what happened. I clicked a thing or two and *boom* fire. Things turn red, I'm suddenly playing Majora's Mask, and then I'm at the end of Stanley Parable (end of time). Somehow I'd stumbled my way into NieR: Automata's ending Y. Suffice to say, the game is a trip. Camera is a little janky for me at times, but the game…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Astral Court DX by @lua-computa.neocities.org, a tight target attack y2k platformer seen @ the aqualounge roadshow HYPERBEAT by @bottino.games, a rhythm game existential cybertrip Mr. Sleepy Man by @mrsleepyman.bsky.social, a dream logic platformer that seamlessly blends music video and video game
neutral · AI labelView post →Two weeks after the release of Mr. Sleepy Man, I talked to @mrsleepyman.bsky.social about his game dev journey, the game's weird structure, the benefits (& drawbacks) of being a solo dev and a lot more. Check it out! youtu.be/VzhhZZP4k2Y #IndieDev #IndieGame #3DPlatformer
neutral · AI labelView post →In an hour, I'm going live with Mr. Sleepy Man! This game was generously provided by @monstertheater.bsky.social as a one-time collab between us, and I heard MANY great things about this little number here. See you at 7pm, MST! www.twitch.tv/dojaymi
neutral · AI labelView post →Mr. Sleepy Man is an impressive debut from solo developer Devin Santi: a colourful, absurdist send-up of 90’s collectathon platformers that revels in nostalgia with one hand and flips it off with the other. The story is a bit a bit shaggy - you play a sleepy man attempting to unpack the complex trauma of your…mentor? Friend? He’s wracked with anguish over the loss of his other friend - a prominent cereal mascot - see, they used to be real tight, just play this…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →That's a way to start a game, Mr. Sleepy Man.
neutral · AI labelView post →While I was playing one the musical levels during my last Mr. Sleepy Man stream, someone in chat kept posting this cute dancing dino Emoji and it inspired me to make a Dinosaur Jones version of it. Seriously though, you all should check out Mr. Sleepy Man. Phenomenal game.
positive · AI labelView post →Current GOTY is Mr. Sleepy Man, a solo dev indie game on Steam please check it out the soundtrack is absolutely immaculate and the game’s narrative and ending have permanently altered my view on life.
positive · AI labelView post →Mr. Sleepy Man is a profound accomplishment of a game. After many hours in Mr. Sleepy Man, it's still difficult to believe that every aspect of it, from the design and coding, to the art, all the way down to the music and VA, was authored by a solo developer with little to no experience in the industry. Sleepy Man is a sandbox game, and it's so easy to lose track of time just messing around in Bedtime Town. The environment and character designs are relatively simple, but masterfully done,…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I was not following the development of the game at all, this game just popped up in my Steam recommendation feed and as soon as I saw the Sleepy man, I wishlisted it and bought it shortly after. Do I recommend it? Yes, but beware, this game is a lot of sandboxy experimentation and exploration, the "main quest" feels almost like a side quest at times. I absolutely love the design and voice acting of the Mr. Sleepy Man, Big Kitty and Teefy, they cracked me up many times during my playthrough…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game feels exactly like how 3D platformers felt back in the 90s. I’m already nostalgic for Mr. Sleepy Man. So much passion and creativity has been poured into this I AM GENUINELY OBSESSED!! It reminds me of 40 Winks, which was one of my faves back in the day. Makes you feel like a kid again — a bit terrified yet desperately curious.. Perfect game and the music is FIRE (..Lost In Dreams made me tear up) UPD: I cried like a mf. 10/10, hits home so hard.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I was waiting for this game for a while and I can see the love and detail that was put into it after all this time. Its a game heavily inspired by N64 classics like Banjo Kazooie, SM64, and Majora's Mask. All of these are cherished games for me and this game satisfies multiple itches I haven't itched in a while. It's a challenging and charming game that I had a blast playing through and plan to 100% asap. I highly recommend it and also ♥♥♥♥ Jerry Seinfeld.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Doing the Work of curating some choice next fest demos for my steamheads: BRNO Transit (from the creator of HROT) Odd Town MOTORSLICE Mr. Sleepy Man Cairn Misery Shovel Game No Players Online Subversive Memories Sangra Mik Exo Rally Championship Industria 2 Reanimal Skate Story
neutral · AI labelView post →Despite everything that's come out and happened this year, Mr. Sleepy Man is STILL my favorite game of 2026, STILL something I think a lot about, and STILL some music I find myself listening to on loop. Incredible little game. store.steampowered.com/app/1657740/...
positive · AI labelView post →2026's most under-rated game. 1/3 Super Mario 64 1/3 Ocarina/Majora's Mask 1/3 Untitled Goose Game It's a 3d platformer collect-a-thon game with charming graphics and voice acting and funny writing. Controls are tight and the character controls very well. Despite its goofy exterior it has a nice little thought-provoking subtext buried deep inside it. Extremely good soundtrack. It's a unique experience that you can only get from super-small indie teams - its core gameplay is derivative of…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It's hard to put to words how much of a wild ride this game was. The core platforming mechanics are solid, the world is fun to explore, and the events that occur are so insane that sharing a single one feels like a big spoiler. This is one of those games you get once in a blue moon, one that feels so out-there and personally-passionate to the lead developer, the kind of game that makes you really appreciate the existence of indie games. All that to say, I loved this game and I highly recommend…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I really like this game. If you enjoy classic 3d platformers, funny jokes, and fantastic music then there's a good chance that you'll like it too. The platforming is simple, but very fun and sometimes pretty challenging. The movement bugs are very reminiscent of the bugs in games like Windwaker or Super Mario 64, and can be a lot of fun if used right. The art style is a lot of fun, and the music is fantastic. It's a bit hard to describe what this game does well, because it does so much…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →chaotic neutral with hypersomnia the game with some aspects of zelda and mario for those who are familiar with em! I'm so happy I got to see this game through when I saw it all the way back when it was still just in development circa 2020, damp the y's came a long way. also me and all my homies hate papa bear I'm glad I ruined his life. I'm gonna be the dad who stepped up for chunky bear 💪💪💪
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Plenty of great games made and continuing to be made that nail things like movement, puzzles, and aesthetics, and this game is no exception. But that extra push to becoming something exceptional is not so easily done or common, because it can't be forced; it's that feeling of pure passion, of sincerity that in any art form can immediately be felt and is impossible to artificially replicate. Mr. Sleepy Man, for me, achieves that level of exception. There's no piece of this game that feels…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Oooo new indies coming out this month... 🕹 - Cupiclaw 🚀 - Galactic Vault 😴 - Mr. Sleepy Man 🐳 - Collector's Cove 🏹 - Mythmatch 🔎 - The Ratline 🐸 - RUBATO 🏛 - Nova Roma 🦝 - RACCOIN: Coin Pusher Roguelike
neutral · AI labelView post →MR. SLEEPY MAN By: Devin Santi Subgenre: Comedy Their TikToks slay me every time. If the game ends up as funny as their social media content you'll be in for a VERY entertaining ride.
neutral · AI labelView post →INDIE SUNDAY! Another brand new indie game to check out tonight. Firing up the Switch 2 to check out Mr Sleepy Man - @mrsleepyman.bsky.social Strong N64 energy abound, looks right up our street. Game key courtesy of #keymailer SUNDAY 20:00 BST twitch.tv/kevinscully
neutral · AI labelView post →I don't buy the solodev excuse for using genai, especially after playing Mr. Sleepy Man. that game was an actual solodev effort and very well done
positive · AI labelView post →Another great video from @sl1ppey.bsky.social highlighting two of my favorite strange collect-a-tons of the year, Rubato and Mr. Sleepy Man. (Throw in Funi Raccoon Game and you'll have the full set.) www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnGD...
neutral · AI labelView post →Positives --------- fun game that rightfully feels like I'm playing on a Dreamcast or N64. Dialogue between characters and Sleepy is silly The music absolutely slaps (positive) there some music video levels which were a fun change from the gameplay Negatives ---------- There are some issues where you find you might be stuck, but revisiting a memory or giving Big Kitty some cereal for hints will help point you in the right direction (If not, there's helpful guides). There are some bugs I've…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →extremely fun and charming game about being a sleepy guy out to cause trouble
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A very decent Banjo Kazooie like. Not entirely perfect like some parts of the world feeling a little too empty, but it is rewarding to figure out some of the challenges. Few glitches that can get in the way, but if you die the game is forgiving. Overall just a charming little sandbox project the pays tribute a lot of old collector games.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Having a ton of fun with the game so far, can't get enough of this lil' sleepy guy. The music has also been phenominal and real highlight across the game. Want something made with a lot of love and passion then... PLAY PLAY PLAY MR. SlEEPY MAN! PLAY PLAY PLAY MR. SLEEPY MAN!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game is insane, and the soundtrack might be top 10 of all time
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Been watching the progress of this game for a while now. Seeing the aesthetics and vibe, and the antics of the SOLO DEV, I grew hungrier for this game. I got to play the demo and my love for it grew even more. Happy to say I'm finally playing it and discovering a lot of depth and story telling in the environments. Devin Santi is passionate and has created something that really reflects that. I can't get enough of this game, the world, the details, the music. All fantastic. Runs great and looks…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →After seeing this trailer I already feel like I’m Mr. Sleepy Man’s number one fan. This is my kind of game youtu.be/9RmMhWiXdV8?...
positive · AI labelView post →And don’t forget to spread the word of Mr. Sleepy Man. Every indie game deserves a chance to shine and be heard. #indiegames #mrsleepyman
neutral · AI labelView post →Happy Friday! What's everyone playing? ● Kalanoro (Review) ● Mr. Sleepy Man (Review) ● The Binding of Isaac (Game Club) ● Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon (Game Club) Had to put The Blood of Dawnwalker to the side for now until I have the time to fully dive into it. Just got a little busy.
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