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The Baby in Yellow
You are hired as a babysitter for a particular family. You are left alone with a child, and your task is to take care of him.
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TIMELINE
Act 1-3 — Dark Whispers
Developer
Team Terrible
Released
Oct 14, 2021
Platform
Windows
1h
Main Story
1.5h
Main+Extra
2h
Completionist
Acts 1 (Sheep), 2 (Rabbit), and 3 (Cat) - the complete Dark Whispers storyline. From your first night babysitting through Pickman's madness, the Laboratory, and Worlds Collide.
Act 4 — Crown
Developer
Team Terrible
Released
Nov 1, 2024
Platform
Windows
0.75h
Main Story
1h
Main+Extra
1.5h
Completionist
The Crown update. Childcare, Loyalty, and Revelation - the full Crown storyline with new interactions and expanded environments.
Act 5
Team Terrible is working on the final act of The Baby in Yellow. Act 5 - the last major chapter - will bring the story to its conclusion after the Crown Childcare events. While the Baby in Yellow Act 5 release date remains TBA 2026, this new update is expected to arrive alongside the full release on Steam.
What We Know
- ▸ Team Terrible confirmed this will be the final major chapter
- ▸ Will conclude the story and answer questions about the babysitters and The Baby
- ▸ Game is in Early Access on Steam - full release expected with Act 5
- ▸ No official release date announced yet
Release Date: TBA 2026
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FAQ
What is The Baby in Yellow about?
The Baby in Yellow is a first-person horror game where you play as a babysitter caring for a demonic toddler. What starts as a simple babysitting job quickly turns sinister as the baby reveals supernatural powers. The game spans four acts (Sheep, Rabbit, Cat, and Crown) with increasingly disturbing events.
How many acts are in The Baby in Yellow?
The Baby in Yellow currently has four acts: Act 1 (Sheep), Act 2 (Rabbit), Act 3 (Cat), and Act 4 (Crown). Acts 1-3 were bundled in the Dark Whispers update, and Act 4 was added in the Crown update. The game is still in Early Access on Steam with more story content planned.
Is The Baby in Yellow free?
The Baby in Yellow is free to play on mobile (iOS and Android). The Steam version is also free in Early Access. The game was originally a mobile title by Team Terrible before expanding to PC with enhanced visuals and additional content.
What is the Crown update in The Baby in Yellow?
The Crown update added Act 4 to The Baby in Yellow, introducing three new chapters: Childcare, Loyalty, and Revelation. It features new interactions, expanded environments, and continues the story after the Dark Whispers events. The update was released in November 2024.
How long does it take to beat The Baby in Yellow?
A full playthrough of all four acts takes approximately 1-2 hours. Acts 1-3 (Dark Whispers) take about 1 hour, and Act 4 (Crown) adds another 45-50 minutes. Completionists exploring all interactions and secrets may spend longer.
When is Baby in Yellow Act 5 coming out?
There is no official release date for The Baby in Yellow Act 5 yet. Team Terrible has confirmed Act 5 will be the final major chapter, concluding the story of the babysitters and The Baby. The game is currently in Early Access on Steam, and full release is expected alongside Act 5. As of early 2026, the release date remains TBA.
What order should I play The Baby in Yellow?
Play The Baby in Yellow acts in order: Act 1 (Sheep), Act 2 (Rabbit), Act 3 (Cat), then Act 4 (Crown). Acts 1-3 are part of the Dark Whispers storyline, and Act 4 continues with the Crown update. Each act builds on the previous story, so playing in order gives you the full narrative experience.