This Game About Climbing

"This Game About Climbing" is a pure physics climber where you use mouse clicks or taps to grip surfaces. Unlike standard sports games with pre-set animations, the hold mechanic here feels manual and slippery, forcing you to balance momentum with every move.

You tap the screen or click to latch your climber's hands onto the rock face, and release to let go and swing upward. The core loop is simply finding the next ledge, hoisting yourself up, and avoiding a fall that resets your progress. You constantly decide between a secure two-hand grip and a risky one-handed swing to reach distant holds. Mouse click or tap controls make the action responsive, but the ragdoll physics ensure that every movement counts.

This is a great pick for casual players and kids who want a quick challenge, or adults killing ten minutes with a frustratingly fun physics toy. Tip: Focus on keeping your center of mass close to the wall during the first minute, as leaning too far back causes the climber to lose grip immediately.