NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TOWER Guide: Basic controls and how the game flows
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OverviewNearly Impossible Tower is an obby game where each stage gets harder than the last, starting simple and building toward a final stretch that lives up to the name. Right now there are 221 stages to clear, with more on the way. This guide covers the controls, how to push through tough spots, and what the badges tell you about the game's goals.
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Basic controls and how the game flows
Step
The game moves in one direction: clear a stage, advance to the next. When you fall or get stuck, reset your character with R on keyboard or Y on controller, and you restart the stage immediately without losing any progress.
- Reset your character press R (keyboard) or Y (controller) any time you are stuck or in a bad position.
- Return to your stage use the < and > stage transfer buttons if you somehow end up away from your current stage.
- Let the game save for you progress is stored automatically, so you can quit at any time without losing anything.
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Getting unstuck when you keep failing
TipsWhen the difficulty spikes, a couple of habits help.
- Reset your character as soon as something feels off — a fresh start on the stage is free and instant.
- If you have failed the same spot many times, step away for a few minutes before trying again.
- Remember that progress is saved automatically, so coming back tomorrow picks up exactly where you left off.
Playing with others and server events
TipsTwo of the game's four badges come directly from multiplayer situations.
- Play together with friends to unlock the Play with friends! badge.
- A server nuke is an explosion event that can hit anyone in the server — getting caught in one earns the Nuked! badge.
Badges and what they mean for your goals
TableEach badge marks a different kind of achievement. The hardest one takes the longest — clearing every stage that currently exists.
| Badge | How to earn it |
|---|---|
| Beaten 221 Stages!! | Clear all 221 stages currently in the game |
| Welcome back! | Log in on a separate day after your first session |
| Play with friends! | Play in a server together with friends |
| Nuked! | Get caught in a server nuke explosion |
Making the most of daily sessions
CheckBecause progress saves automatically, there is no penalty for stopping.
- Log in on a new day to pick up the Welcome back! badge with no extra work.
- Return the next day and try the stage that stopped you.
- Use the stage transfer buttons when you load in to jump straight back to your current stage.
Glossary
Glossary- Obby
- Short for obstacle course — a game format where you jump and move through a series of challenges in order.
- Reset
- A command (R on keyboard, Y on controller) that puts your character back at the start of the current stage without losing saved progress.
- Stage transfer
- The < and > buttons that send you back to whichever stage you are currently on if you end up in the wrong place.
- Server nuke
- An explosion event that occurs in a server and awards the Nuked! badge to anyone caught in it.
Common questions
FAQDoes the game save my progress automatically?
Yes, your progress is saved without you doing anything. If you quit mid-session, you will continue from the last stage you reached the next time you play.
Does resetting my character cost me anything?
No. You can reset as many times as you want and it has no effect on your saved progress. Use it freely whenever you are stuck.
How many stages are there, and will more be added?
There are currently 221 stages. The game is planned to reach 300 stages in total, so more will be added over time.
How many players can be in one server?
A single server holds up to 15 players.
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