Hamburg, Germany – 24.02.2025 – The stage is set, the lights are dimmed—Once Upon a Puppet takes center stage at Steam Next Fest! The highly anticipated cinematic 2.5D puzzle-platformer from Flatter Than Earth and Daedalic Entertainment unveils its Steam Next Fest Demo, available now. But that’s not all—experience the magic with a brand-new, breathtaking trailer that builds momentum, ignites hope, and immerses players in the theatrical wonder of the Kingdom of Theater.
Play the Steam Next Fest Demo now: Steam Page - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1904 ... _A_Puppet/Step into the Spotlight
The Steam Next Fest Demo offers an exclusive first-hand experience of the 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 Spring 2025
Once Upon a Puppet launches in Spring 2025 for PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Until then, play the Steam Next Fest Demo, watch the mesmerizing new trailer, and prepare for the ultimate theatrical adventure!
About Flatter Than Earth
At Flatter Than Earth, our mission is to create video games that AAA studios do not dare to make. We're a multidisciplinary, fully remote team that’s passionate about creating and helping players have fun. We thrive on innovating new solutions to old challenges and we seek to rethink how interesting themes can merge into games that speak to the heart, mind & soul.
To know more please visit https://www.flatterthanearth.com/
About Daedalic Entertainment
Daedalic Entertainment is a renowned publisher that has supported indie developers for over 18 years, bringing their titles to every major gaming platform. The line-up of games includes a diverse variety of unique titles, focusing on four distinct areas: storytelling, strategy, co-op games, and wholesome games. With an international team of around 45 employees, Daedalic is currently working with various development studios to create a new line-up of innovative games across consoles and PCs to market. Recent hits include New Cycle, Barotrauma, Unrailed!, Yield! Fall of Rome, Deponia, Shadow Tactics, Inkulinati, Hidden Deep, Fling to the Finish! and more.
Please look out for upcoming games like The Occultist, Woodo, Magin: The Rat Project Stories, Once Upon a Puppet, Surviving Deponia and many more. Since April 2022, Daedalic Entertainment has been a subsidiary of the French publishing house Nacon. For more, please visit: https://press.daedalic.com/. Follow us on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/developer/daedalic/.
