SurfsUp

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SurfsUp is a multiplayer casual platformer game. It was developed by Nerdiful and was released on July 6, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

SurfsUp is a high-speed, acrobatic platformer where you master surfing mechanics to glide through unique environments. Navigate ramps and obstacles with precision working towards achieving your personal best clear time. Can you claim a world record?!

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 553 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Faithful and smooth recreation of classic CS surfing with intuitive and responsive controls that appeal to both beginners and experienced players.
Active and friendly community with involved and approachable developers who frequently update the game and engage with players.
Lightweight, runs well on various hardware including Mac and Linux, with added features such as leaderboards, replays, checkpoints, and in-game voice chat that enhance the surfing experience.

Limited map selection for free players due to daily rotation and paid DLC needed for full access, which some players find restrictive and unfair.
Some technical issues reported including occasional crashes, graphical glitches especially on certain GPU setups, and inconsistent performance that affects gameplay.
Movement feels slightly different from original source engine surfing in subtle ways, and the learning curve can be steep for newcomers with the tutorial lacking comprehensive coverage of advanced mechanics.

gameplay
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
57%
13%
The gameplay features classic, satisfying surf mechanics closely resembling traditional source surf, with a generally easy learning curve but surprising difficulty in execution. While mechanics and physics are praised as spot-on and engaging, some users note incomplete tutorials and occasional frustrating controls. Overall, it's a fun, chill experience ideal for casual play and community interaction, though it may need polishing for serious competitive use.
- “100% recommendation: the physics and gameplay are spot on. It feels like the same surf you have always loved to play but without the hassle of it all.”
- “The mechanics feel identical to classic CS surfing and all the essentials are here.”
- “Good surf mechanics, active developers, new and old maps, save location timer, and the ability to play in a private server.”
- “New mechanic is frustrating; why does it restart the whole map when I fail twice?”
- “Tried to understand the mechanics but couldn't; game throws a 'speed hack detected' error when trying to slow it down due to poor controls.”
- “Outside of the very first beginner map, it introduces mechanics and techniques without explaining how any of them work.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
30%
15%
The game's music is widely praised for creating a relaxing, chill atmosphere that complements the surfing experience and map variety, often evoking nostalgia for classic CS surf maps. While some find the soundtrack solid and enjoyable, others consider it merely serviceable but appreciate its seamless blend with the beach-themed immersion. Overall, the music enhances the laid-back vibe, making it ideal for playing with background tunes or simply vibing.
- “The soundtrack blends seamlessly with the beach atmosphere, creating a relaxing yet exciting immersion.”
- “There's great map variety, the game has bunny hopping, each map has a unique soundtrack, and to top it off it's free.”
- “Surfing feels fire and they got bangers on the soundtrack.”
- “Each map has a unique soundtrack, but the music is just serviceable and not particularly good.”
- “The soundtrack blends with the beach atmosphere, yet lacks strong impact and could be more memorable.”
- “Could add music kits for records and more social, fun features to enhance the audio experience.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
38%
The graphics are generally clean, colorful, and effectively capture the game's vibe, though they are not graphically demanding. However, some users report severe graphical glitches causing a disorienting and unpleasant experience. Additionally, lighting and player movement visuals could use improvement for smoother gameplay.
- “Seizure-inducing graphics glitch at all times, even in the main menu.”
- “The new v1.2 version: I can finally see a small amount of the map minus all the graphics having a seizure on my screen, making it an insanely epileptic experience.”
- “Some things I'd like to see improved are the visuals; the map's lighting is non-existent and other players appear very choppy, like there is no interpolation on their movement.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game's stability is inconsistent, with users reporting frequent bugs, freezes, and graphical glitches such as distorted visuals during gameplay. However, it generally runs well on Linux, and some gameplay aspects like ramp handling are improved compared to similar titles.
- “Very buggy, some poor hitboxes and mediocre controls.”
- “A lot of the time when I open the game it freezes and becomes unresponsive, and when I get into a game I can't see anything no matter what map I play. It always just erupts into a bunch of random 2D triangles on my screen on a black background. When I move, the triangles move around in a seemingly random pattern.”
- “No ramp glitches; taking the inside of a turn feels much more natural than CSS.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the limited map pool restrictive for grinding, as maps rotate daily, hindering consistent practice. Some express frustration over repeated behaviors in the community during grinding sessions. However, the game supports grinding speedruns effectively.
- “Obviously more maps would be nice, but I also think the 'map pool' is limiting for people who are grinding maps, since they'll be cycled out the next day.”
- “It’s disgusting to watch them beg for attention while farming younger players and pretending the people support your game and not surf itself.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its perfect, immersive design, enhanced by a seamless soundtrack that complements the beach setting, delivering a relaxing yet exciting experience. The overall smooth gameplay and well-crafted levels contribute to an engaging and enjoyable environment.
- “The atmosphere in each level is perfect, better than any other alternative I've found.”
- “The soundtrack blends seamlessly with the beach atmosphere, creating a relaxing yet exciting immersion.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game monetizes by limiting map access to a daily rotation, restricting players to certain maps unless they pay, while avoiding advertisements. However, some users note that maps are unoriginal, being direct copies from older titles.
- “No advertising”
- “Every map I played is a direct rip from old CSS maps, and you can only play maps that are on the rotation for the day as a monetization tactic.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the game emotionally engaging, describing it as wholesome and addictive, especially appealing to newcomers compared to traditional CS gameplay.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Surfsup suffers from significant performance issues, leading to a poor optimization experience.
- “Surfsup has a terrible performance problem.”