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Take flight as Otus and explore a world of floating islands, ancient ruins, and sky pirates. This wiki covers the full story walkthrough, boss strategies, companion abilities, and every hidden coin and golden disc.

Released Nov 1, 20166 Supported PlatformsSingle-Player Adventure10 Years in DevelopmentFlight & Platforming

Last updated: November 3, 2026

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Your Owlboy Journey

1

Beginner Guide

Learn the controls, practice flying and carrying, and understand combat, exploration, and checkpoints before setting off.

2

Vellie & Owl Temple Walkthrough

Follow the opening adventure from Vellie to the Owl Temple, with guidance for early puzzles, enemies, and progression.

3

Companions & Combat

Learn how Geddy, Alphonse, and your other allies help Otus fight enemies, overcome obstacles, and explore new paths.

4

Coins & Hidden Collectibles

Search for hidden coins and secret areas, track your discoveries, and work toward a more complete adventure.

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What is Owlboy?

Owlboy is a story-driven pixel-art platform adventure developed by D-Pad Studio. You play as Otus, a young owl who can fly and carry objects and companions through a world of floating islands and ancient ruins.

Companions bring their own weapons and abilities to combat and exploration. The adventure combines dungeon puzzles, challenging bosses, hidden treasures, and a story about friendship and responsibility.

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Developer

D-Pad Studio

Platforms

Windows, macOS, Linux, Switch, PS4, Xbox One

Genre

Platform Adventure

Original Release

November 1, 2016

Player Mode

Single-player

Development

10 Years

Core Mechanics

Flight, Companion Combat, Puzzles

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Jump straight to the eight core sections of the wiki: walkthrough, bosses, coins, characters, story, platforms, and more.

Owlboy Walkthrough

The complete chapter-by-chapter story walkthrough, from Vellie to the finale.

1Start in Vellie and learn flight, carry, and spin-attack basics.
2Clear the Owl Temple, Mesos, and the floating continent chapters in order.
3Follow boss strategies and story beats so you never get stuck.
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Owlboy All Coins & Collectibles

Every buc, golden disc, and hidden secret mapped chapter by chapter.

CoinsHundreds of bucs hidden in side rooms, caves, and sky pockets.
DiscsGolden discs reward thorough exploration of each chapter.
SecretsBreakable walls and off-path rooms hide the best loot.
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Owlboy Bosses Guide

Strategy for every boss fight, from the Owl Temple guardian to the final showdown.

PatternsRead telegraphs and find the safe windows to deal damage.
LoadoutsPick the right companion for each fight — Geddy, Alphonse, or Twig.
RecoveryWhere to grab hearts and how to survive phase transitions.
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Owlboy Characters & Companions

Otus and his friends: who they are and what each companion brings to combat.

OtusThe mute owl hero — flies, carries, spins, and teleports.
GeddyBest friend with a rapid-fire pistol and endless optimism.
AlphonseSky pirate turncoat with a heavy-hitting cloud cannon.
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Owlboy Story & Ending Explained

The full story explained — the loop, the ending, and what it means for Otus and Solus.

EndingWhat really happens in the finale, explained beat by beat.
The LoopThe game's most-discussed mechanic and its story role.
SequelWhat D-Pad Studio has said about the future of Owlboy.
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Owlboy Platforms & Download

Where to play Owlboy on PC, consoles, and handhelds — plus input and performance notes.

PCWindows, macOS, and Linux on Steam with full controller support.
ConsolesNintendo Switch, PS4, and Xbox One releases with all updates.
handheldsHow Owlboy plays on the go with modern handheld PCs.
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Owlboy Soundtrack & Art

Jonathan Geer's acclaimed soundtrack, pixel art, sprites, and the official art book.

SoundtrackWhere to stream or buy the celebrated orchestral score.
Pixel ArtHow D-Pad Studio hand-crafted every sprite and backdrop.
Art BookThe collector's art book and what's inside.
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Owlboy Reviews & Ratings

How Owlboy scored across critics and players, and how long it takes to beat.

S Tier

Art direction and soundtrack — near-universal praise.

A Tier

Story and characters — Otus's journey lands emotionally.

B Tier

Combat pacing divides some reviewers.

C Tier

Difficulty spikes in late chapters.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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