Gibbon: Beyond the Trees is a visually stunning adventure that uses a fluid 'brachiation' movement system—the way real gibbons swing through trees. As a family of gibbons, players must navigate a hand-painted world that transitions from the pristine beauty of the rainforest to the harsh reality of human encroachment. The game combines high-speed flow-state gameplay with a poignant narrative about habitat loss, palm oil plantations, and the struggle for survival in a rapidly changing world.
Fluid, physics-based movement system
Spectacular hand-painted 2D visuals
Touching story about environmental issues
Challenging 'Liberation' mode
Dynamic soundtrack that follows your speed
Timing is everything. Release your swing at the peak of the arc to gain maximum momentum. Use the 'backflip' move to reach higher branches and keep your speed up to outrun dangers.
Developer insights and environmental facts.
The gameplay focuses on maintaining momentum. Players swing, slide, and launch themselves through the canopy. The story mode takes you through several chapters, while 'Liberation' mode offers endless swinging challenges.
It deals with serious themes like deforestation, but it is ultimately a story of hope and resilience meant to raise awareness.