Degrees of Separation
Released Feb 2019
Degrees of Separation is a puzzle platformer where cooperation is built into every move. Two contrasting souls, Ember and Rime, fall in love, but are separated by an enigmatic force, and must use their powers to progress through a spectacular world of fantasy and adventure.
79% positive · 1,348 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Evaluation
Degrees of Separation launched on February 13, 2019 as a complete puzzle-platformer. At launch, online co-op was not yet available, but the developer announced it was in progress. Two feature patches followed — one on March 11, 2019 addressing co-op control issues, and one on November 5, 2019 adding online multiplayer (version 1.2). That November 2019 update represents the last known developer communication and the fulfillment of the one outstanding post-launch promise. No DLC, expansions, roadmaps, or future content of any kind have been announced. The developer has not posted any updates since November 5, 2019. The game appears to have launched as a complete, self-contained experience and has received no content additions beyond the online multiplayer feature that was promised at launch.
Evidence
Version 1.2 released with online multiplayer functionality — the feature promised at launch. This is the last known developer communication.
Developer announced online co-op was in progress as a post-launch patch, promising to keep players updated.
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Details
Developer
Publisher
Maximum Entertainment
Achievements
10
Platform
Windows
Controller
partial support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op · Local/Split Screen
About this game
Degrees of Separation is a 2D puzzle-adventure game that requires players to harness the elements of heat and cold to succeed. Two contrasting souls, Ember and Rime, are separated by an enigmatic force, and must use their respective powers to progress through a spectacular world of fantasy and adventure. Players take on the roles of Ember and Rime in single-player and cooperative multiplayer to solve the game's environmental obstacles, drawing on their unique skills to traverse through beautiful, puzzle-filled environments. The two will learn to lean on one another, their individual forces working to bring them closer together...or tear them apart.
2D Adventure Platforming
Experience beautifully crafted 2D worlds with a deeply immersive art style based on the aspects of contrasting temperatures.
Innovative Storytelling
Discover the potential of dual protagonists Ember and Rime and follow a complex story by acclaimed video game writer Chris Avellone.
Environmental Puzzles
Navigate distinct worlds and solve complex puzzles to organically alter situations and surroundings.
Cooperative Gameplay
Harness the powers of Ember and Rime in both single-player and cooperative multiplayer to interact with the environment in a variety of ways, both separately and as a team.
Non-Linear Levels
Traverse through diverse landscapes that each introduce a new game mechanic, weaving together gameplay, narrative, and character progression.
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Last evaluated Jun 27, 2026
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