UpWakeNing
- November 12, 2020
- Pham Studio
Get on SteamYou're stuck in a sleep paralysis. Everything seems real and feels like you're wide awake, but you can't move. For every blink you make, the more surreal it becomes. Inevitably, you sink into a nightmare, you're stuck inside a box, and you can't get out. You need to wake up! UpWakeNing is a challenging jumping platformer. You need to wake up, and to do so you need to climb to the highest point in …
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a satisfying and challenging jumping experience, reminiscent of titles like Jump King and Getting Over It.
- Controls are simple to understand, allowing for a delicate balance of power in jumps, which adds to the fun and challenge.
- It's a great game for both solo play and for entertaining friends, as the difficulty and frustration can lead to shared enjoyment.
- The lack of a restart button can be frustrating, especially after falling significant distances.
- The narrator's voice acting is perceived as cheap and detracts from the overall experience.
- The map design can be punishing and difficult to navigate, making it hard to gauge jump power and leading to potential time loss.
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a learning curve for jumping mechanics reminiscent of "Jump King," but introduces unique elements that set it apart from that game.
“The process of learning jumps is very similar to Jump King, but it has different mechanics that Jump King doesn't have.”
“The gameplay feels clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through levels.”
“There are too many mechanics that don't seem to work well together, leading to a disjointed experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as funny and entertaining, often incorporating a level of absurdity that adds to its charm, though it can also be challenging.
“Funny, entertaining, and crazily difficult.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their high quality and detailed design, contributing to an engaging visual experience.
“The game features stunning and detailed graphics that enhance the overall experience.”
“The visuals are incredibly immersive, showcasing a vibrant and beautifully crafted world.”
“The graphics are top-notch, with intricate designs and smooth animations that bring the game to life.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted to be quite loud initially, prompting users to recommend adjusting the volume for a more comfortable experience.
“The music and overall sound is a bit loud to begin with, so I recommend turning it down when you get a chance.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's storyline is often considered unclear or underdeveloped, with some players feeling that it is not essential to the overall experience, as the gameplay can be enjoyed without a strong focus on the narrative.
“I also didn't understand what the storyline was for the game; I had to read the description on Steam. It feels like it doesn't really need one anyway, as you can still play it without really paying attention to what is being said in the background.”
“The story is confusing and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the narrative to be disjointed and uninteresting, which detracted from the overall experience.”
