Once Upon a Puppet launches April 23

2D-like puzzle-platform game titled “Once Upon a Puppet” is set to debut on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and personal computers through Steam on the 23rd of April, as per announcement by publishers Daedalic Entertainment and developers Flatter Than Earth.

Hey there fellow gamers! I’ve got some exciting news for you all – pre-orders are now live at just $29.99 / £24.99 / €29.99! But So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive into this gaming adventure together before it’s too late!

Here is an overview of the game, via Daedalic Entertainment:

About

Step into the enchanting realm of “Once Upon a Puppet“, a 2.5D adventure that unfolds in a lively theater setting. Join us on an extraordinary journey where traditional platforming meets puppet-style gameplay, immersed in a captivating narrative of friendship, self-exploration, and reclamation.

Put on Nieve’s glove, who is a Stagehand banished to the Backstage, and manipulate Drev, a Puppet enchanted to obey her commands. As they traverse the path back to the Frontstage above, they will recount lost tales, unearth hidden mysteries, and discover their destinies are entwined with the realm of the theater itself.

Key Features

Become Puppet and Puppeteer – Pull the strings and master the art of puppetry in this unique approach to action, movement, and creative puzzle-solving.
A Troupe of Characters – Meet an ensemble cast of dozens of Major and supporting characters, featuring hundreds of lines of handcrafted dialogue.
Deadly Shadows – Face a horde of villainous creatures who will do all they can to snuff out the lights and bring the show to an untimely end.
A Meticulously Crafted World – Marvel at the stylized and detailed graphics that reinforce the magic of theater, with stages that fluctuate between past and present.
Set the Scene – Arrange and move props, backdrops and characters to rebuild theatrical stages, and re-enact scenes to unveil what befell the once proud World Stage.
Enchanting Soundscapes – Be captivated by a rich, theatrical soundtrack and immersive sound effects that bring the world of Once Upon a Puppet to life…

The Leading Actors

By an unexpected twist of fate, bound together with yarn on a spindle, Drev and Nieve are compelled to begin a journey, one that leads them back to the stage, amidst a king who mourns their absence.

In a simple and engaging rephrase: Nieve, a gifted weaver grappling with self-doubt, forms a tight connection with Drev, an enthusiastic yet aspiring actor. Through Drev’s exuberant performances and Nieve’s skill, they will confront their most profound fears to uncover the secret emptiness within them both.

Watch a new trailer below.

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