I used to be a drunk and my wife and kids left me, but I learned to get over hardship through today's game. Upstream! I thought I would be playing a fun game this weekend but NO NO I WASN'T. I had to sit down through an HOUR of gameplay thinking that I was going to beat it just to get a door closed on me. Don't even get me started on those little ducking ducks at the first part of the game. Their incessant quacking is haunting my nightmares. This game is so addictive too, I'm playing this with one hand as we speak. And boy I didn't know that they were going to visualize what I saw daily! That one filter that makes the lights all lgbt or rgb whatever perfectly mirrors what I see on a day to day. In the short time that I've had since I've played the game I've gotten my wife back, my kids love me again, and my restraining order was lifted.
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About This Game
A game for those who crave the struggle.
You are a man in a glass boat, paddling against the current. The river climbs endlessly up the mountain, winding through perilous waters filled with obstacles designed to test your patience, precision, and sanity. Every stroke propels you forward, but one wrong move—one single touch against the jagged world around you—and your fragile boat shatters, sending you plunging into the depths below.
You will fall. You will curse. You will swear you’re done.
And then, you will paddle again.
What awaits at the top? That depends on whether you can make it there.
Features:
Paddle your way up a relentless mountain river with nothing but sheer willpower.
A physics-based nightmare where every movement could be your last.
Multiple themed areas, from industrial gauntlets of sawblades and crushers to frozen rapids and surreal dreamscapes.
Brutal setbacks—one mistake can cost you everything.
An emotional journey of perseverance, frustration, and… maybe enlightenment?
No handouts. No mercy. No refunds.
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User Reviews
You get exactly what they advertise, its very fun, well worth the money. I hope they get more attention.
System Requirements
Minimum
- OS: Windows 10 or Windows 11 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i5-7600 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1060 6GB / AMD Radeon RX 580 8GB
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10 or Windows 11 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i7-9700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 3060 12GB / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT 12GB
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 2 GB available space
FAQ
How much does Upstream cost?
Upstream costs $1.99.
What are the system requirements for Upstream?
Minimum: Minimum: OS: Windows 10 or Windows 11 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i5-7600 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1060 6GB / AMD Radeon RX 580 8GB DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 2 GB available space Recommended: Recommended: OS: Windows 10 or Windows 11 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i7-9700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 3060 12GB / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT 12GB DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 2 GB available space
What platforms is Upstream available on?
Upstream is available on Windows PC.
Is Upstream worth buying?
Upstream has 100% positive reviews from 4 players.
When was Upstream released?
Upstream was released on Apr 17, 2025.
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