Big Walk vs Mixtape
A vocal co-op test of friendship versus a solo, three-hour 90s mixtape — the choice is whether you want to play with someone or just watch.
Updated 8d ago
The co-op puzzle-walk from the Untitled Goose Game devs earns its praise — the walkie-talkie coordination is the standout mechanic.
The writing and the 90s playlist are the whole draw — near-zero input and a 3-4 hour runtime make it a movie, so skip this unless the vibe is what you're buying.
By the numbers
Prices checked Sep 12; they move faster than we refresh, so confirm on the store page.
Recent-review figures are Steam's own last-30-days window, read Sep 12.
| Measure | Big Walk | Mixtape |
|---|---|---|
| Value Mixtape wins on value | ||
| Price now | $19.99 Steam | $12.99 −35% · Fanatical |
| All-time low | $14.99 | $12.60 |
| Cost / hour | — | $4.09/hr $12.99 · 3 h main story |
| Off its low | +33% low was Aug 2026 | +3% low was Sep 2026 |
| Main story | — | 3 h |
| Health Big Walk wins on player health | ||
| Steam reviews | 96% 38k reviews | 88% 9k reviews |
| Recent reviews | 98% 13k votes · vs 96% lifetime | 87% 185 votes · vs 88% lifetime |
| Peak players | 46,224 Aug 2026 | 56 Aug 2026 · ↓ 41% MoM |
| Launch peak | — | 3% of May 2026 launch peak · as of Aug 2026 |
| All-time peak | — | 2,216 May 2026 |
| Support | ||
| Last patch | 4 weeks ago | 3 months ago |
| Patch cadence | 4 in last 90 days | 0 in last 90 days |
| Steam Deck | Platinum | Gold |
Shared scale — same months across the bottom, same player-count axis up the side, so the two lines are directly comparable. A shorter line means a younger game.
What players say
Patterns from long-haul reviewers, taken from each game's verdict. Not live sentiment — each side is dated below.
Big Walk
Puzzle-solving with friends via walkie-talkies is the recurring highlight, with each session feeling like a unique shared story.
The final two endgame puzzles frustrate some, and the quiet in-game chat pushes many to rely on third-party walkie-talkie apps.
from our August 2026 verdict
Mixtape
The writing and soundtrack are the anchors fans keep returning to, with the 90s vibe and character moments cited as the reason to replay.
The near-absent gameplay and short runtime are the frictions long-time players flag, with many calling it a movie rather than a game.
from our August 2026 verdict
Key differences
Which one is for you?
Pick Big Walk if
- You have a regular co-op partner who enjoys talking through puzzles
- Untitled Goose Game's cooperative mischief was your favorite part
- You want a chill adventure with light puzzles and no combat
Pick Mixtape if
- You loved Florence or Sayonara Wild Hearts and want another music-driven narrative
- You will trade interactivity for strong writing and a 90s playlist
- You want a complete story in a single 3-hour sitting
Bottom line
Pick Big Walk if you can schedule a co-op buddy for its walkie-talkie puzzles; pick Mixtape only if a three-hour, low-input 90s nostalgia trip sounds worth $12.60 to you.