The curtains rise, the stage is set—Once Upon a Puppet takes the spotlight! In this behind-the-scenes walkthrough, Flatter Than Earth Game Director Martin Malek takes you beyond the velvet drapes to witness the artistry of the game.
This deep dive unveils the passion and innovation shaping Once Upon a Puppet, from mesmerizing stage transformations to a narrative woven with magic. Once Upon A Puppet will launch late next month, and a demo is available now on Steam.
In the dev walkthrough, viewers join Nieve, the stagehand, and Drev, the aspiring puppet star, as they uncover the secrets of a forgotten kingdom. This exclusive video reveals how handcrafted set pieces, dynamic character interactions, and the rebuilding stage mechanics bring this world to life.
About Once Upon a Puppet
Once Upon a Puppet delivers a captivating world of lost stories, shifting stages, and dramatic puzzles. Step into the shoes of Nieve, the exiled Stagehand, and Drev, the Puppet bound to her by fate, as they unravel the mysteries of the Understage and fight their way back to the grand theater above.
Key Features:
🎭 Dual Character Gameplay – Simultaneously control Drev and Nieve, combining their unique skills to navigate a dynamic world.
🧵 Thread-Based Mechanics – Manipulate environments, interact with props, and uncover secrets using their magical thread.
🎨 Hand-Crafted Theatrical World – Explore stunning set pieces, moving backdrops, and collectible costumes inspired by classic stage performances.
📖 Narrative-Driven Adventure – Rebuild lost theatrical sets and uncover the dark mysteries haunting the Understage.
Full Performance Coming End of April 2025
Once Upon a Puppet launches in End of April 2025 for PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, and Steam Deck.
