Precision platformer Wake Up, Lia! is available now, bringing a narrative-driven indie adventure focused on emotional recovery to current and past-generation platforms. Developed by SMV Games and published by Eastasiasoft, the title steps away from traditional fantasy tropes to explore themes of bullying, trauma, and finding hope after difficult experiences.
Quick Facts
- Game: Wake Up, Lia!
- Developer: SMV Games
- Publisher: Eastasiasoft
- Platforms: Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, Xbox Play Anywhere, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch
- Genre: Narrative Precision Platformer
- Players: Solo or Local Co-op
A Journey Through Nightmares and Memories
Rather than confronting invading monsters, protagonist Lia faces nightmares born from bullying and lingering emotional scars. Across 20 handcrafted stages, players guide her through dreamlike environments filled with spikes, pitfalls, and hazards.
Gameplay centres around tight controls, precision jumps, and carefully timed dashes. Each successful obstacle course completed allows Lia to recover fragments of her lost memories, slowly piecing together her past and identity. The story unfolds through colourful visuals and environmental design rather than lengthy exposition.
Challenging Platforming and Local Co-op
The title is built for fans of demanding 2D platformers, requiring mastery of its tight controls. However, multiple challenge options are included for players who prefer a less punishing experience, letting them tailor the difficulty to their skill level.
Additionally, the entire adventure supports local co-op, enabling players to experience Lia's journey alongside a friend.
Price and Availability
Wake Up, Lia! is available now through digital storefronts across all confirmed platforms. On PC and Xbox, it supports Xbox Play Anywhere, with digital copies listed on the Xbox Store for £4.19. Versions are also available on the PlayStation Store and Nintendo Switch eShop.