Depth-defying platformer adventure game
Only Up! is a premium adventure PC game developed by WGI Gaming. It's a larger-than-life 3D platformer about a kid dreaming of a better life in space. From the scrap heap, they will literally climb on top of objects and structures that are bizarrely suspended in the air, and uncover their mysteries.
Similar in concept to games like Peaks of Yore or Valley Peaks, Only Up! serves up a challenging and dizzying climbing adventure that will test players and nerves. The experience is made more immersive and interactive with players competing to see who can reach the farthest.
Platforms, yes, but in a completely new way
In Only Up!, players face the task of climbing, jumping, and sliding through platforms and obstacles, while avoiding falls and traps. The gameplay cycle is addictive, as each level presents new challenges, rewards, and power-ups that motivate the player to keep climbing to even more challenging heights.
Only Up! boasts an impressive visual design, combining detailed scenarios with smooth animations and a world full of color and life. The characters and obstacles are designed with an artistic touch that gives personality and character to the game.
The soundtrack of Only Up! is as important as its title. Catchy melodies and thrilling rhythms accompany the player in their ascent. The sound effects, from bouncing on platforms to near falls, perfectly complement the curious gaming experience.
Although Only Up! is primarily a skill-based game, there is an underlying storyline about a character in search of answers that can only be found by ascending. Each level unlocks fragments of this narrative, motivating the player to keep moving forward. Only Up! offers a complete experience with a single initial payment. There are also in-game purchase options for skins and power-ups, but they are completely optional and do not affect gameplay.
There is a global ranking system that allows players to compare their scores and times with players from around the world. Additionally, there are weekly and monthly challenges with exclusive rewards. The game is available on Windows and offers accessibility features such as high contrast modes and options to modify game speed, making it adaptable for players with different abilities and preferences.
Performance woes
Now, given how grand and large-scale its world is, the experience will be for naught if the game is poorly optimized and can run at a stable rate, and unfortunately, Only Up! finds itself in such a predicament. Even on PCs with decent hardware specifications, the game runs quite badly with low frame rates that render it unplayable at times.
Recent updates have come out to help address this issue and improve the experience for players, but it is still far from offering optimal performance. Hopefully, more patches come to help optimize the gameplay even more. Otherwise, you are left with a game that a lot of players will not be able to play.
A game that can only lift us up
Only Up! is a refreshing twist on the platform genre, combining addictive gameplay, stunning graphics, and a rather intriguing story. Despite its occasionally high difficulty curve, it offers a rewarding experience that challenges and entertains in equal measure. Ideal for those who seek a challenge and a visually different experience from the usual.
FAQ:
- What is the release date of Only Up! for Windows? Only Up! will be released for Windows on September 10, 2023.
- Are there versions for other platforms? Currently, Only Up! is exclusively available for Windows, but versions for other platforms are being considered.
- Does the game have multiplayer mode? No, Only Up! is a single-player experience, but it features online leaderboards to indirectly compete with other players.
