After almost 7 years since its release, Downward makes a grand return with Downward: Enhanced Edition. Plug In Digital teams up with indie developer Caracal Games Studio to reintroduce this hidden gem on PC and consoles.
Existing owners of the game on Steam will receive this Enhanced Edition for free. They can enjoy its improved graphics, new assets, and alternate endings.
Downward is a first-person open-world parkour adventure set in post-apocalyptic Earth. Players navigate breathtaking landscapes, confront ancient guardians, and uncover the mystery behind humanity's disappearance.
The game’s signature parkour techniques makes traversal interesting. Players can utilize parkour techniques and mysterious anomalies to traverse the ruins of past civilizations.
Exploration is also encouraged in Downward’s gameplay loop. Players can freely explore an open world filled with secret locations, valuable items, and hidden treasures. Each path taken and discovery will shape the story’s ending.
Originally released on Steam on July 13, 2017, Downward received favorable reviews for its unique gameplay and compelling story. IGN scoring the game an 8 out of 10, calling it, “An authentic and pleasant surprise.”
It received a gamerscore of 7.2 on the Whatoplay database. 463 players on Steam gave it praise as well, aggregating its review score to ‘Mostly Positive.’
Downward Enhanced Edition will be accessible on Steam, Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.