Full Release — Now Live
How Many Dudes? 1.0 is out on Steam, Android, and iOS with 35% launch discount.
How Many Dudes? launched July 30, 2026 at 10AM PT / 5PM UTC on PC, Android, and iOS. Butterscotch confirmed a 35% launch discount on Steam, and the full game adds 42 Dudes, Trinkets, Wandering Dudes, Challenge Tiers, and 850,668 team compositions beyond the demo.
This guide covers what changed at launch, how to upgrade from the demo, and where to go next.
Launch Details at a Glance
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Release date | July 30, 2026 (live) |
| Release time | 10AM PT / 5PM UTC |
| Steam discount | 35% off at launch (check store for current pricing) |
| PC platform | Steam |
| Mobile | Android (Google Play) + iOS (App Store) |
| Mobile price | ~$9.99 on App Store listing (regional pricing varies) |
| Demo status | Still free on Steam, itch.io, Gx.games |
First Steps After Launch
1. Upgrade on Steam (PC Players)
If you played the demo on Steam, progress carries over — Star ratings, Gold, Silver, and metaprogression unlocks apply immediately. Purchase the full game on the same Steam account; no manual save transfer needed.
2. Download on Mobile
- Android: Google Play
- iOS: App Store
Mobile uses separate store accounts — demo progress from browser builds does not transfer.
3. Avoid Fake Downloads
Only three official demo sources exist: Steam, itch.io, and Gx.games. Unofficial APKs or “free full game” sites are scams or malware.
What the Full Game Adds
Full 42-Dude Roster
Launch unlocks the complete 42 Types across 6 families, including Mummy Dude, Druid Dude, Alien Dude, Pirate Dude, Cowboy Dude, and reworks to demo favorites. With 5-Dude squads, that means 850,668 possible team compositions.
Trinkets System
Act Bosses drop equippable Trinkets assigned to a Dude Type. Examples: Baseball Bat, Face Tattoo, Taser, Medical License, Therapy, ADHD (Wizard Dudes).
New Wandering Dudes
Food Dude (stat-boost delicacies), Promoter Dude (underground fight wagers), and Smuggler Dude (Relics from off-roster families).
Challenge Tiers and Endless
Beat the Tier 1 G.O.A.T. on round 105 to unlock Tier 2 and Tier 3. Endless Mode continues after any final boss. See the Challenge Tiers guide.
Ensemble Mode (Full Slots)
All five Ensemble pre-select slots unlock gradually via Silver and Gold Stars. See the Ensemble Mode guide.
Rematch Mode
Pre-lock all five Dude Types and rematch with the full Relic Pool. See the new Rematch Mode guide.
Post-Launch Strategy
First run: Jump into Main Run or Daily Dude with your existing metaprogression rather than restarting from zero.
New players: Start with Getting Started and Top 10 Newbie Tips.
Endgame goals: Push Challenge Tiers, study Trinkets for boss-drop build spikes, and grind Endless Mode past the wave 123 filter wall.
Stay updated: Follow Updates for post-launch patches (including v1.0.5-rc.7 balance and bug fixes in August 2026).
Supported Languages
English plus eight additional languages: French, German, Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, and Latin American Spanish.
After Launch
Butterscotch has not published a post-1.0 content roadmap. Follow official channels, Steam news, and our Updates hub for patches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about How Many Dudes.
Is How Many Dudes? out yet?
Yes. The full game launched July 30, 2026 at 10AM PT / 5PM UTC on Steam, Android, and iOS.
How long does the 35% launch discount last?
Butterscotch confirmed 35% off at launch but did not specify an end date. Check the Steam store page for current pricing.
Is the game free on PC at launch?
The demo is free. The full game on Steam is a paid release with a 35% launch discount — not free-to-own like the demo. Mobile is listed around $9.99 on the App Store.
Do I need to replay the tutorial at launch?
No. Demo progress and metaprogression carry over on Steam. You can continue from your existing collection state on July 30.