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Above is a product of a collaboration between 16 students coming together to create an engaging and challenging action climbing adventure. The team developed Above at the National Film School of Denmark in winter 2023, and we are very happy to share the experience with you, the player - thank you so much for playing! - The team at Dreamful Projects THE ONLY WAY IS UP ABOVE is a challenging climb…

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Reviews

88%
Audience ScoreBased on 51 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
  • The game features beautiful visuals and a relaxing atmosphere, making it a delightful experience.
  • The climbing mechanics are engaging and provide a satisfying challenge, with a sense of improvement as players progress.
  • It's a short but enjoyable game that doesn't overstay its welcome, making it perfect for a casual playthrough.
  • Controls can be clunky and frustrating, leading to unintended falls and difficulties in gameplay.
  • The camera can cause motion sickness and has issues with perspective, making navigation challenging.
  • There are game-breaking bugs that can lead to getting stuck or having to restart, detracting from the overall experience.
  • gameplay10 mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its original rock climbing mechanics, which are intuitive and rewarding despite some clunkiness. Players appreciate the minimalistic design and atmospheric elements that allow for personal interpretation of the story. Overall, the game features a solid gameplay loop with well-paced difficulty progression and enjoyable twists on traditional climbing mechanics.

    • “Love the original idea and execution of the rock climbing mechanics!”
    • “The game has simple, but interesting gameplay and has a lot of atmosphere, while being quite minimalistic so that you can interpret whatever you want for the story and world (which I really, really like).”
    • “The climbing mechanics feel refreshingly logical, smooth, and very rewarding.”
    • “The goat climbing mechanics are frustrating and lack depth.”
    • “The game difficulty spikes unexpectedly, making it hard to enjoy the mechanics.”
    • “While the original idea is interesting, the execution of the climbing mechanics feels clunky and unrefined.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their gorgeous art style, reminiscent of other indie titles like Sable. Players appreciate the beautiful visuals and the relaxing atmosphere they create, enhancing the overall climbing experience.

    • “Above is a really cool take on mountain climbing, with an absolutely gorgeous art style.”
    • “Definitely an indie game which has very good visuals and a nice gameplay mechanic.”
    • “Delightful climbing game with a nice art style that reminds me of Sable.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for enhancing the overall atmosphere, with many reviewers highlighting its beauty and charm. It complements the visual design effectively, contributing to the game's immersive experience, despite the minimal story elements. Overall, the soundtrack is described as cute and fitting, particularly for the game's whimsical themes.

    • “But the music, visual design, and the little story bits you get from the glowing rocks were great.”
    • “Music and atmosphere were superb.”
    • “This game is really ambitious; cute music for a cute little goat muscle climbing game.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its minimalistic design, allowing players to interpret the story and world in their own way. The combination of beautiful visuals and superb music contributes to a relaxing and immersive experience, highlighting the game's potential. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature that enhances the gameplay.

    • “I dig the atmosphere a lot and there's a ton of potential here.”
    • “The game has simple, but interesting gameplay and has a lot of atmosphere, while being quite minimalistic so that you can interpret whatever you want for the story and world, which I really, really like.”
    • “Music and atmosphere were superb.”
  • story3 mentions

    The game features minimal storytelling, relying on atmospheric visuals and music to convey its narrative, allowing players to interpret the story in their own way. While some players appreciate the subtlety and simplicity of the story elements, others feel that the lack of a more developed narrative detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The music, visual design, and the little story bits you get from the glowing rocks were great.”
    • “The game has simple, but interesting gameplay and a lot of atmosphere, while being quite minimalistic, allowing you to interpret whatever you want for the story and world, which I really, really like.”
    • “The game looks really beautiful, has nice music, and very little to no story.”
    • “The game has simple, but interesting gameplay and has a lot of atmosphere, while being quite minimalistic so that you can interpret whatever you want for the story and world (which I really, really like).”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Players report that the game offers a brief emotional respite, providing comfort during tough times, but also evokes feelings of sadness due to its unrealized potential.

    • “I was feeling a bit down, but this game gave me a nice breather for a little moment, which made me feel better.”
    • “It makes me want to cry because this had so much potential.”
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