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Down Below: Chapter One

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Released Jan 20, 2026by thePingoose1 user reviews(100% of 1 Steam reviews)

In this top-down pixel art adventure, you wake up in a dark hallway, unaware of your surroundings. The only person you see is a zany, smiling man tied to a boulder. Where have you ended up?

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About Down Below: Chapter One

Down Below casts you into the mysterious world of the Below. As a lone traveler, you race toward the fabled city of Agorapolis while the creeping force known as the Oblivion follows your every step.

Chapter One (free demo) is the prologue to the game, introducing the story and the first cast of characters who will follow you toward the fabled city, whether helping you or otherwise.

KEY FEATURES

• Narrative-driven - Meaningful dialogue, memorable characters, and discoverable lore shape your journey.

• Hybrid gameplay - top-down pixel exploration paired with sudden arena combat encounters and boss battles.

• Compact demo experience - Chapter One plays for about 25 - 35 minutes when fully explored and is free to try.

• Full game in development – Additional chapters, controller support, and more platforms are planned for the full release.

• A goose.

PLATFORM & CONTROLS

• Current: Windows (keyboard & mouse).

• Planned: Linux and macOS, plus controller support in the near future.

ABOUT THE DEVELOPER

Developed by a solo creator under the name ThePingoose. Originally started in Unreal Engine 5, the project was rebuilt in GDevelop to create a focused, story-driven pixel adventure.

Play Chapter One free on Windows and begin your journey toward Agorapolis.

Game details

Down Below: Chapter One reviews

100% positive reviews all-time.

System requirements

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel Core i3‑2100 / AMD FX‑4100
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GT 1030 / AMD Radeon RX 550
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 550 MB available space

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: Windows 11
  • Processor: i5-8400 / Ryzen 5 2600
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GTX 1050 / AMD RX 560
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 1 GB available space