One Step Beyond

About

One Step Beyond is a puzzle platformer from Red Rat Software that tasks players with navigating tricky levels while solving environmental puzzles. The game stars Colin Curly, a quirky mascot tied to the Quavers snack brand. Gameplay blends precise jumping with brain-teasing challenges, requiring players to use tools and manipulate objects to progress. The DOS, Amiga, and Atari ST/STE versions offer retro-style visuals and a charm that feels very much of its time. While Colin Curly's licensing might draw attention, the game holds up as a decent example of early 90s puzzle-platform design. Its level structure rewards careful thinking over pure reflexes, and the mix of platforming and problem-solving keeps things varied. Though not widely remembered today, it's a curiosity for fans of old-school arcade titles and the peculiar world of branded mascot games.