Bots Are Stupid
Released Dec 2022
An ultra-precise 2D platformer where you give robots instructions instead of directly controlling them. Master the campaign levels or create and share your own. “It’s Mario Maker with coding” - Lewis Brindley, Yogscast.
76% positive · 232 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
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Evaluation
Bots Are Stupid launched on December 15, 2022 as a complete 2D precision platformer with over 40 campaign levels and a level editor. Following launch, the developer shipped a small patch on December 25, 2022 (v2.0.2) and a follow-up patch on May 8, 2023 (v2.0.3) adding quality-of-life features and bug fixes.
The May 8, 2023 post is the last communication from the developer. In it, the developer mentioned working on "a bigger update with more advanced coding features" but noted that university commitments were causing delays and they would "look into getting that done as soon as I have some more time." That update was never announced as a named or dated release, and no further news posts, patches, or announcements have appeared since May 8, 2023 — over three years ago as of today.
The single paid DLC (the soundtrack) was released on December 19, 2022 and is the only DLC listed, with no unreleased items. There is no roadmap, no season pass, and no confirmed upcoming content. The vague mention of a future update in the May 2023 post has not been followed up on in over three years, and the comment was framed as an uncertain personal goal rather than a firm commitment. Given the extended silence and the absence of any concrete announcement, the game is best understood as a complete, finished product. The most recent substantive content activity was the May 8, 2023 patch.
Evidence
Game launched with over 40 campaign levels, a level editor, and custom level sharing.
Patch v2.0.3 released. Developer mentioned working on a bigger update with advanced coding features but said university was keeping them busy and they had no firm timeline. This is the last communication from the developer.
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Yogscast Games
Achievements
32
Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
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Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player
About this game
Bots Are Stupid takes the 2D precision platformer genre and populates it with an infinite supply of stupid robots. Use the game’s simple programming language to teach them how to reach the exit, then watch as they follow your direct instructions, often dying in the process. With over 40 levels to command and conquer, there’s a substantial challenge for everyone.
All commands are designed to be as simple as possible, meaning you are not required to have any prior coding or tech knowledge to program the robots - the puzzles come from creating routines that complete certain level objectives quickly.
The game also features a sophisticated level editor, allowing players to create their own challenges which can be shared with the world. Show them how it’s done and then refine your routines to top the speedrun leaderboards.
- Over 40 uniquely challenging platformer levels
- Endless challenges and puzzles thanks to the game’s inbuilt level editor and level sharing
- Levels feature additional mechanics such as grappling hook, speed boosters, conveyor belts and more
- The bots follow your orders to the letter, no matter how stupid they are
- Infinite supply of bots!
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 23, 2026
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