Key takeaways
Keep It Up at a glance
- Available on Steam.
- Developed by Hitbox Entertainment, published by Alibi Games.
- 7-day popularity peak on Oct 20, 2026; heat score 29/100.
- Players are mostly looking up co-op.
What is Keep It Up?
Keep It Up is a co-op slapstick physics game about keeping a balloon from touching the ground, made by Hitbox Entertainment. In the developer's words: “Keep It Up! is a 4 player co-op physics game where you and your fellow genetically [redacted] test subjects slap a balloon through a mysterious obstacle course without it touching the ground.”
is a co-op slapstick physics game about keeping a balloon from touching the ground. You and up to three Facility test subjects scramble through chaotic obstacle rooms while slapping, jumping and colliding to keep the balloon up. Use your hands, your head, or whatever appendages The Facility hasn't confiscated yet, just keep the balloon off the floor.
Keep It Up is made by Hitbox Entertainment and published by Alibi Games. A playable demo is out ahead of the full release, currently dated Q1 2027. It is listed on Steam for Windows. Modes on record: single-player and online co-op.
Its 7-day popularity index topped out on Oct 20, 2026. The developer's latest post, “The Mix Showcase & New Trailer!”, went up on Oct 16, 2026. Players are mostly looking up co-op.
Keep It Up screenshots & media
3 official screenshots. Select an image to enlarge it.
Gameplay mechanics & features
Core loop
is a 4 player co-op physics game where you and your fellow genetically [redacted] test subjects slap a balloon through a mysterious obstacle course without it touching the ground.
Modes
Single-player and online co-op.
Progression
Progression is economy and army growth across a match or campaign. Long-term goals include Steam achievements.
Controls & platforms
Runs on Windows. Full controller support. Cloud saves.
Store & community tags: Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, Sports, Strategy, Co-op
Latest news, release & update tracker
- Release status
- Demo available
- Release window
- Q1 2027
- Access
- Free demo available
- Latest update
- The Mix Showcase & New Trailer! · Oct 16, 2026
- Added
- Oct 25, 2026
- AddedKeep It Up added to gee.wiki
Coverage opened with official store links, gameplay breakdown and beginner tips.
- Popularity peakPopularity index peaked at 87/100
Its 7-day popularity index topped out on Oct 20, 2026.
- Developer newsThe Mix Showcase & New Trailer!
*The Facility has reviewed and approved the following transmission.*. Hey everyone! Firstly, we just dropped a brand-new trailer as part of The Mix showcase! You can check out below: [dynamiclink href=". Thank you to The Mix for including us in the showcase!
Timeline entries marked Patch notes / Developer news are the developer's own posts on Steam; dates are UTC.
Where to play
Keep It Up is on Steam for Windows. The Steam page is the official place to buy, update and read patch notes.
Community & official links
Official channels
Community wikis (fan-made, unofficial)
Creator videos
No creator video numbers on record yet for Keep It Up — new games usually pick up coverage within days of breaking out.
How to play: beginner tips
- Try the demo first; check the store page to see whether demo progress carries over.
- Spend a few minutes in practice or training modes to learn timing.
- Scout before committing; most early losses come from over-extending.
- Split roles with friends — one scout, one builder, one fighter — instead of all doing the same job.
Genres, platforms & tags
- Platform
- Steam
- Status & momentum
- New & notableComing soonDemo available
- Player topics
- DemoCo-op
- Play modes
- Single-playerOnline co-op
- Store tags
- ActionAdventureCasualIndieSportsStrategyCo-op
7-day popularity & player activity
Over the past seven days, the popularity index for Keep It Up moved from 53 to 44 on a 0–100 scale, peaking on Oct 20, 2026. Week over week that is a -15% shift in momentum. Added to gee.wiki on Oct 25, 2026.
View daily values as a table
| Day | Popularity index (0–100) |
|---|---|
| Mon Oct 19 | 53 |
| Tue Oct 20 | 59 |
| Wed Oct 21 | 57 |
| Thu Oct 22 | 58 |
| Fri Oct 23 | 61 |
| Sat Oct 24 | 59 |
| Sun Oct 25 | 44 |
Keep It Up FAQ
What is Keep It Up?
Keep It Up is a co-op slapstick physics game about keeping a balloon from touching the ground, made by Hitbox Entertainment. A playable demo is out ahead of the full release, currently dated Q1 2027. It is tagged Action, Adventure and Casual.
When does Keep It Up come out?
There is no final launch date yet; the current target is Q1 2027. A playable demo is available right now. The most recent developer post, “The Mix Showcase & New Trailer!”, went up on Oct 16, 2026.
Can I play Keep It Up with friends?
Yes. The modes on record are single-player and online co-op. Party size and cross-play details are on the official store page.
Who made Keep It Up?
Keep It Up is developed by Hitbox Entertainment and published by Alibi Games. Follow the official site for announcements.
Where can I play Keep It Up?
Keep It Up is available on Steam. On Steam it supports Windows. Use the official link on this page to avoid look-alike listings.
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