Up and Beyond: Mastering the Art of Rolling

Rolling may not appear to be a vital skill when it comes to climbing tasks. However, Only Up demonstrates that occasionally, a perfectly timed roll can be a life-saving and progress-enhancing move. In SC-KR Games' popular simulation, the protagonist possesses four key abilities: sprinting, crouching, jumping, and rolling.

Out of these abilities, rolling holds a special significance as it enables speedrunners to successfully execute challenging jumps, interrupt falling animations, and take advantage of glitches. This guide aims to educate novice players of Only Up on the art of rolling and provides valuable tips on utilizing this move for skipping sections of the game.

How to Roll in Only Up

Press Ctrl twice to initiate the rolling action in Only Up. By double-tapping the Control button on the keyboard, players have the ability to roll on both the ground and in the air. Engaging in this action during Slow-Motion mode provides players with increased maneuvering capabilities.

Rolling plays a crucial role in the gameplay of Only Up, allowing players to cancel falling animations or descend rapidly. Additionally, certain players utilize rolls as a means to exploit glitches and achieve faster completion of the game.

To crouch, press the Ctrl button once.

How to Use the Edge Roll Glitch

By pressing Ctrl twice near the edge of a structure and spamming the jump button, players can execute the edge roll glitch. This glitch propels the boy into the air, enabling them to skip a majority of the obstacles.

To achieve a successful edge roll, it is crucial to time the jump right before the boy's fall. This creates a springboard effect that can be maintained for a maximum of 30 seconds, as long as there are no obstacles obstructing the path.

It is recommended for players to employ this glitch on the ground level, where the potential risk is minimal. Additionally, it is advisable to check for any potential obstructions in the path before utilizing the glitch.

To achieve a more pronounced jumping effect, lower all graphic settings while setting the game's frame rate to 120. (A higher frame rate increases the likelihood of encountering a rolling glitch.)

The forthcoming patches for Only Up may address the issues with edge or barrel roll glitches.

How to Roll Using a Controller

In the current version of Only Up, players are unable to use controllers for rolling. The game lacks support for gamepads and controllers, restricting players to keyboard commands.

Only Up is currently accessible on PC through Steam.