Pull the strings as Nieve, a Stagehand exiled to the Understage, and control Drev, a Puppet bound to her by magic. This 2.5D puzzle-platformer blends classic platforming with puppetry mechanics in a theater world, where you journey to the Frontstage, retell forgotten stories, and uncover secrets tied to the kingdom. Face villainous creatures in action sequences, arrange props and backdrops to rebuild stages, and reenact scenes amid shifting past and present environments.
Master puppet-inspired movement and creative puzzle-solving alongside an ensemble cast delivering handcrafted dialogue. Bond with Drev through themes of friendship, self-discovery, and redemption against a heartbroken King. Action fans who enjoy precise control and theatrical exploration will find a focused challenge here.
The Backstage Edition contains:
-"Once Upon A Puppet" main game
-Digital Artbook: Take a look behind the scenes of the game
-Digital Soundtrack: The original soundtrack for "Once Upon A Puppet"
-3D printing model as QR code: Scan to print your own Drev!
-Two exclusive Drev skins: Be knightly, be regal
-Golden Strings skin for Nieve: Pull the strings in style!
The Grand Opening:
Welcome to Once Upon a Puppet, a 2.5D puzzle-platformer that unfolds within a vibrant world of theater. Take part in a magical tale that combines classic platforming with puppet-inspired gameplay, in a captivating story of friendship, self-discovery, and redemption.
Wear the glove of Nieve, a Stagehand exiled to the Understage, and wield control over Drev’s strings, a Puppet magically bound to her. As they journey to return to the Frontstage above, they will retell forgotten stories, uncover shadowy secrets, and learn their fate is interwoven with the kingdom of theater itself.
Highlights:
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:
Unwittingly bound together by spool and thread, Drev and Nieve reluctantly embark on a quest to reclaim their place in the theater, against a heartbroken King.
Nieve, a talented Weaver beset by self doubt, builds a strong bond with Drev, a naive yet ambitious Actor. With Drev's unbridled theatrics and Nieve's brilliance, they will conquer their deepest held fears to reveal the truth of the void harbored in their hearts.
