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The Stairway

A 3D parkour game through the memories of a life. The goal is to reach the top, sometimes the way forward is not obvious.

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November 9, 2024
1 year and 266 days ago
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Positive18 reviews83.3%

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About the Game

A 3D platformer. Ascend through a floating world. This is a short game, just enjoy! There's a story to it too - but there's no one to tell it to you: try to figure out the meaning as you go! Note: there are no enemies or dialogue.

Atmosphere

  • Unique graphics and atmosphere

  • Shading resembling a colored pencil drawing, like faded memories from long ago

Story

  • Indirect storytelling

  • Large objects in the distance...a hidden meaning

Gameplay

  • Multiple checkpoints, quiet moments of rests. No need to stress :)

  • Gameplay is easily paused at any point to be resumed later

  • Choose whether you play casually or competitively through your own pace

  • Speedrun for the fastest time!

Notes from the developer

  • There are no enemies or dialogue

  • Feedback is welcome!