Overview
Once Up invites players into a charming hand-drawn world as Cliff Hanger, a young elephant separated from his parents after a fall. His journey takes an extraordinary turn when he discovers a magical peanut, granting him the incredible ability to become weightless and sling himself through the air by latching onto surfaces. This unique mechanic forms the core of the gameplay, blending puzzle-solving with platforming challenges.
Highlights
- Unique Weightless Sling Mechanic: Utilize a magical peanut's power to become weightless and propel yourself through levels by latching onto surfaces.
- Creative Path Drawing: Employ magical sketches from your book to dynamically shape your environment and overcome obstacles.
- Procedural Generation & Exploration: Discover secrets with hidden areas unlocked by collecting peanuts, and experience endless replayability with a procedural level generator.
Who It's For
This game is perfect for players who enjoy casual puzzle platformers with a unique twist. Fans of hand-drawn art styles and physics-based gameplay will find themselves drawn into Cliff's adventure. The inclusion of multiplayer also makes it a great choice for families or friends looking for a cooperative or competitive experience.
Game Info
Developed by Rennsemmel81 and Sculptyfix, and published by Sculptyfix, Once Up offers a delightful 2D platforming experience. It features a compelling narrative about a lost elephant's journey, enhanced by its hand-drawn visuals. The game supports English, French, and German languages and is available on Steam. Its release in August 2025 brings a fresh take on the puzzle platformer genre, encouraging exploration and creative problem-solving.
