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“The use of lighting and puppet-style animation gave the world a distinctive atmosphere. The art is beautiful, and the puppet-theater concept is deeply embedded into the structure of each stage. I loved discovering each stage's new tricks and storytelling techniques.”

— Famitsu, Reviewer 2: 戸田

“The presentation of Once Upon a Puppet really encapsulates the theatrical aesthetic, with dynamic sets and moving backdrops setting the scene for the story to play out on.”

— Iain Wilson, GamesRadar+

“Like a play unfolding on stage, the design of each level feels carefully directed. The layered storytelling in the background adds a unique flavor that you rarely see in puzzle-platformers.”

— Famitsu, Reviewer 3: 戸田

“I love the visual design of having the floating hand, commanding my new puppet friend wherever they may go. I’m invested and need to see where this story is going to take us. Plus, I can dress up the puppet like Shakespeare? 10/10, best game ever made.”

— Shaun Cichacki, VICE

“Puppeteer feels like something out of a Pixar movie. The phenomenal presentation throws you right into Puppeteer’s enchanting world. The dialogue doesn’t feel like traditional video game speeches but more from an act on Broadway.”

— Tim Bowman, "Puppeteer" (PS3) – Quarter Disorder

Famitsu Review Final Score: 30/40 (8/7/7/8)
This qualifies the game for Famitsu’s Silver Hall of Fame.

— Sal Romano, Gematsu

An enchanting 2.5D puzzle -platformer set in a world of theater and magic.

Once Upon a Puppet is a magical tale that combines classic platforming mechanics with innovative puppet-inspired gameplay. Embark on a mesmerizing journey of friendship, discovery, and destiny.

Players will take on the roles of Nieve,
a Stagehand who was exiled to the Understage, and Drev, a Puppet magically bound to her. As they strive to return to the theater above, they will retell forgotten stories, uncover hidden secrets, and realize their fate is tied to the kingdom itself.

The Leading Cast

Unwittingly bound together by spool and thread, Drev and Nieve reluctantly embark on a quest to reclaim their place in the theater, against a heartbroken King. Nieve, a talented Weaver beset by self doubt, builds a strong bond with Drev, a naive yet ambitious Actor. With Drev's unbridled theatrics and Nieve's brilliance, they will conquer their deepest held fears to reveal the truth of the void harbored in their hearts.

Immerse yourself in a beautifully rendered world inspired by theater, filled with fascinating stage play-themed environments, a cast of colorful characters, a plethora of props to interact with, and an array of costumes to collect and wear.

Act As Puppet and Puppeteer: Pull the strings and master the art of puppetry in this unique approach to action, movement, and creative puzzle-solving.

Set The Scene: Arrange and move props, backdrops and characters to rebuild theatrical stages, and re-enact scenes to unveil what befell the once proud World Stage.

A Troupe of Characters: Meet an ensemble of cast and dozens of Major and Supporting characters, featuring hundreds of lines of handcrafted dialogue.

Deadly Shadows: Face a troupe of villainous creatures who will do all they can to snuff out the lights and bring the show to an untimely end.

Enchanting Soundscapes: Be captivated by a rich, theatrical soundtrack and immersive sound effects that bring the world of Once Upon a Puppet to life.

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