Hand-Puppet Gameplay: The Puppeteer’s Secret

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In the creation of “Once Upon A Puppet“, it has been detailed how the game portrays the intricate bond between its main characters through a unique feature that lets players simultaneously control them during gameplay. The developers, Flatter Than Earth, and publishers, Daedalic Entertainment, are blending 2.5D platforming with puzzle-solving in an atmospheric, puppet-themed environment reminiscent of stage performances. In this captivating title, “Once Upon A Puppet” follows the tale of Nieve, a fallen stagehand, and Drev, a young puppet, who are mysteriously tied together by enchanted strings.

To preserve the enchanting realm of their theater, duo Nieve and Drev need to collaborate in overcoming challenges and dodging harmful adversaries. Demonstrated in the free trial version of “Once Upon A Puppet“, players command both Stagehand (Drev) and Puppet (Nieve) simultaneously. While controlling Drev primarily for movement, players can utilize Nieve to pick up items and shift or move heavy obstacles that Drev cannot manage alone. Additionally, a recent gameplay video of “Once Upon a Puppet” showcased a crossbow weapon, wielded by Nieve, with Drev aiming to eliminate targets and create a clear path ahead.

Game Rant recently had a chat with a team member from the creators of “Once Upon A Puppet” to delve into different aspects of the game, particularly focusing on the relationship between Nieve and Drev and how it’s manifested in gameplay. They mentioned that it required numerous adjustments to ensure the bond between the two main characters seemed authentic, while maintaining a balance between controlling a puppet and dealing with its spontaneous actions. According to the developer, this balance was crucial.

Our aim was to ensure that players experience the sensation of controlling both characters directly, rather than merely pushing a button for movement.

Once Upon A Puppet’s Gameplay is Tied To Dynamic Between the Main Characters

In the game Once Upon A Puppet, the unique characteristics of the puppet, Drev, are fully exploited in an innovative manner. For instance, his strings are utilized to propel him over vast chasms, adding a fresh twist to platforming mechanics. The developers have designed such mechanics to emulate the traditional aspects of a platform game using a puppet protagonist, thereby creating the impression that players are manipulating Drev’s actions indirectly through Nieve’s movements instead of having direct control over him, similar to how one would control Mario or Sonic.

On April 23rd, the puppet-themed game “Once Upon A Puppet” will debut simultaneously across various platforms. The PC edition can be found on both Steam and the Epic Game Store. If you’re interested, you can add it to your wishlist on Steam right now. Additionally, a free playable demo offering the initial hours of Nieve and Drev’s theatrical escapade is available on Steam for you to try out.

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2025-04-10 23:23