Give It Up! (video game)

Give It Up! is a minimalist rhythm-based platformer video game developed by Invictus Games Ltd. It was initially released for iOS and Android mobile platforms in 2014, and later ported to other platforms.

The game features a stark visual style, primarily utilizing black and white graphics with simple geometric shapes. Gameplay revolves around timing jumps precisely to navigate obstacles and avoid pitfalls, all synchronized to a chiptune soundtrack. The challenge lies in the demanding precision required to succeed.

A key gameplay mechanic is the tolerance for error. The game encourages players to learn from their mistakes, incorporating a system where mistimed jumps are audibly marked, allowing players to adjust their timing on subsequent attempts. Levels become memorization-based exercises, requiring players to learn the rhythm and pattern of each stage.

The difficulty of Give It Up! is notoriously high, often considered a "rage game" due to its unforgiving nature. The game embraces this difficulty, presenting it as a core element of the player experience. Failure is frequent, but the quick restarts encourage persistence.

The game features a variety of levels and characters, each with slightly different attributes or challenges. Successful completion of levels unlocks further content.

While primarily a single-player experience, the game offers online leaderboards and social sharing options, allowing players to compare their progress and scores with others.

The game received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its challenging gameplay, unique visual style, and catchy soundtrack, while also noting its high difficulty which may deter some players.