sideways a 0° platformer

Sideways: a 0° Platformer – Vertical Orb-Climbing Challenge

Inspired by Mario levels rotated 90 degrees, Sideways transforms traditional platforming into a near-vertical ascent. Use arrow keys or WASD to move; press up or W to fire orbs that propel your character upward. The goal: reach the top of the screen.

A speedrun reference video is available here: https://scratch.mit.edu/discuss/youtube/QVGTXOaD9qU. The developer hints at a sequel: UPSIDE DOWN! Mobile support is under consideration.

The visually striking petal effect is inspired by Hanzhe. Community milestones include a creator best time of 30.62 seconds and a world record of 28.367 seconds. Players are encouraged to leave a heart and star, and to suggest features in the comments.