Baba Is You — Free Online Rule-Rewriting Puzzle
Baba Is You is a mind-bending puzzle game where the rules of the game exist as blocks on the screen — and you can change them. Push text blocks together to create new rules like BABA IS YOU or WALL IS STOP, then break them apart to rewrite reality and solve each level. Play free online in your browser with no download.
How to Play Baba Is You
- Use arrow keys or WASD to move Baba (or whatever object IS YOU).
- Walk into text blocks to push them around the grid — arrange NOUN IS PROPERTY sentences to create rules.
- Push a word out of a rule sentence to break that rule. For example, pushing STOP away from WALL IS STOP lets you walk through walls.
- Reach the win condition — usually touching an object that IS WIN — to clear the level.
- Experiment freely! Every level has a solution, and thinking outside the box is the whole point.
Tips & Strategy
- Always read every rule on screen before making a move — the rules ARE the puzzle.
- If you're stuck, ask: "What rule can I break to change the situation?" Often the answer is removing IS or a property word.
- You can push multiple blocks in a row if they're lined up — use this to reposition words efficiently.
- Some levels let you change what IS YOU. Don't be afraid to become a different object entirely.
- Remember: if an object isn't defined by any rule, it has no properties — it can't stop you or hurt you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baba Is You free to play?
Yes! Baba Is You on GameZipper is completely free to play in your browser. No download, no signup — just open the page and start solving puzzles instantly.
Can I play Baba Is You on mobile?
Yes, the game supports touch controls. Swipe in any direction to move your character, just like using arrow keys on desktop.
How many levels are there?
The game features 50 handcrafted levels across 5 chapters, ranging from gentle introductions to brain-melting challenges that will test your creative thinking.
I'm stuck on a level — what should I do?
Re-read every rule on screen. Think about which rule you could break or create. Sometimes the solution involves changing what IS YOU or removing a property that's blocking your path.