Ugly

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In this dark and twisted fairytale, nothing is as it seems. Explore the desolated recesses of a tormented nobleman’s mind as you progress through challenging puzzle rooms and topple towering bosses in this reflective puzzle platformer.

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Developer:
TEAM UGLY
Publisher:
Plug In Digital
Engine:
Unity
Release date:
13 September 2023
Recent Steam reviews:
Not specified
All Steam reviews:
Very Positive (400)

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Description

In this dark and twisted fairytale, nothing is as it seems. Explore the desolated recesses of a tormented nobleman’s mind as you progress through challenging puzzle rooms and topple towering bosses in this reflective puzzle platformer.



Use an innovative mirror mechanic to create a shadowy reflection of yourself that you can swap places with to solve puzzles and make your way around this wicked place full of secrets and awash in tragedy. It will take logic and skill alike to survive this perilous journey of self-reflection.



A deeply stirring narrative is waiting to be discovered as you strive to untangle the cobwebs obscuring your past. The mirror reveals all…but beware. Sometimes, the truth is ugly.

FEATURES


  • Secrets, secrets, everywhere. From hidden rooms to hints about your tragic past. Do you dare to find them all?
  • Overcome enormous bosses and tricky puzzle rooms using a satisfying mix of skill and strategy.
  • A large variety of puzzles to challenge even the keenest mind. Some puzzles can be solved in a variety of ways, so each player’s experience could be different.
  • Each puzzle room offers fresh challenges and provides a new piece of the story. Solve them all to get the full picture.
  • A stunning art style, detailed animations, and plenty of interactable elements bring this dark fairytale to life.
  • After solving all of the puzzle rooms to reach the interactive ending, you can try to unlock an alternate ending by solving all of the hidden rooms.

Recommended system requirements

minimum*

OS:
Windows 10
Processor:
Requires a 64-bit, Dual Core 3.0GHz processor
Memory:
4 GB RAM
Graphics:
DirectX 10, 11, or 12 compatible card
Storage:
11 GB available space

recommended*

OS:
Windows 10 or 11
Processor:
Dual Core Intel i5 and above
Memory:
8 GB RAM
Graphics:
Nvidia GeForce 700 series or greater
DirectX:
Version 11
Storage:
11 GB available space

User reviews

simba666
Recommended | 10 May 2025
12.7h played

Great visuals, really nice accompanying OST, the gameplay start simple but ramps over time and the same could be said about the narrative of this game. Game might be called Ugly but it hides a beautiful underrated gem

Helpful: 5
denoevyn
Recommended | 07 Dec 2025
11.5h played

The game is not at all what I expected it to be, but in the best possible sense. The entire time there is a feeling of a creepy unease, and the surprisingly deep, and moving story is told without a single word. Aside

Helpful: 2
The_red_Axle
Recommended | 22 Feb 2026
6.3h played

The puzzles are all nice short challenges that make me crave more. The story is AMAZING and is best seen blind going in. The visuals are perfect, no flaws in sight. The music is nice and mostly somber, would love to

Helpful: 3
Noob Noob
Recommended | 18 Feb 2026
24.4h played

Ugly is truly a small piece of art. The mirror mechanic is clever and satisfying, and the way each level builds on it keeps the gameplay fresh and challenging. Some puzzles are tough, but nothing feels unfair — every

Helpful: 0
kidcool360
Recommended | 27 Jan 2026
16.5h played

Ugly is a puzzle platformer game developed by Team Ugly and published by Graffiti Games. The game follows a tormented nobleman as he navigates through challenging puzzle rooms and battles towering bosses to uncover the

Helpful: 0
DaddyJackson
Recommended | 22 Mar 2026
13.1h played

Liked the artwork and music. Liked how the gamplay was challenging and evolved over time with the limits of the mirror. A disturbing but intriguing story that kept you captivated. Highly recomend for those who are not

Helpful: 0