Once Upon a Puppet, a 2.5D puzzle platformer set in a magical theatre world, is hitting PlayStation 5, Xbox, Switch, and PC via Steam on April 23. Developed by Flatter Than Earth and published by Daedalic Entertainment, the game blends classic platforming with a unique puppetry mechanic, and it’s up for pre-order now.
Two editions, one stage
The standard edition of Once Upon a Puppet costs $29.99 / £24.99 / €29.99, while the Backstage Edition—for those who want a little extra—comes in at $39.99 / £32.99 / €39.99. That premium version includes:
- A digital art book and soundtrack
- A 3D printing model QR code
- Two exclusive Drev skins
- The Golden Strings skin for Nieve
A world where stories come to life
The game follows Nieve, an exiled Stagehand, and Drev, a Puppet magically bound to her. Together, they must journey from the shadows of the Understage back to the spotlight, uncovering lost stories and confronting a heartbroken King along the way.
Once Upon a Puppet key features
- You control both the puppet and the puppeteer, solving puzzles by pulling the strings in creative ways.
- The theatre world is alive, with beautifully crafted sets that shift between past and present.
- You’ll meet a colourful cast, with tons of dialogue bringing the story to life.
- Not everything is friendly—dark creatures lurk, ready to end the show early.
- Music and visuals work together, creating an atmosphere that feels like stepping into a grand stage production.
This one’s shaping up to be something special. If you love platformers with a strong story and unique mechanics, Once Upon a Puppet might be worth grabbing. Pre-orders are now open.
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