You have a hammer. You have a cat in a flower pot. Between you and the top of a bizarre mountain lies scrap metal, furniture, floating rocks, and fruit. Every swing can lift you higher or send you tumbling back down. Getting Over It is not about power-ups or quick reflexes. It is about control, patience, and learning to dance with physics.

About Getting Over It

Getting Over It is a physics-based climbing game where you control a cat in a pot using only a hammer. Your goal is to ascend a steep and chaotic mountain made of everyday objects. Each movement matters. One wrong swing can undo minutes of progress. This game turns frustration into a strangely addictive challenge, rewarding perseverance over speed. It is a cult classic that tests your determination as much as your mouse skills.

This version is a fan-made tribute to the original Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy, featuring a cute cat instead of a man. The mechanics remain brutally faithful: physics drive every climb, and every fall is a lesson. For players who enjoy punishing platformers, this is a perfect test of skill and nerve. The obstacle course is unpredictable, but that unpredictability is what keeps you coming back.

How to Play Getting Over It

You move by swinging your hammer. There is no jump button, no run button, no shortcuts. The only input is your mouse. Swing to hook onto surfaces, drag yourself upward, and use momentum to vault forward. The physics engine makes every attempt unique. Climbing feels like a slow, deliberate dance where patience beats speed.

Falling is part of the game. You will lose ground, sometimes a lot of it. But each fall teaches you something about timing and grip. The mountain is packed with steep metal slopes, furniture, trees, and floating rocks. There is no checkpoints or save points. You either make it to the top or you learn to deal with the fall.

Tips for Getting Over It

Start slow. Fast, jerky swings lead to slips. Place each hammer strike with care.
Pause to rest. Find stable spots to anchor your hammer before planning your next move.
Use momentum wisely. A light swing can boost you without losing control, while a heavy swing might send you flying.
Stay calm. Every fall is a chance to improve. Rage quits are part of the process, but coming back is how you conquer the mountain.

Game Controls

Mouse movement - Swing and position the hammer.
Click and hold (left mouse button) - Grab surfaces, pull yourself up, or push off.

FAQ

What is the goal of Getting Over It?

Your goal is to climb to the top of a strange and steep mountain using only a hammer. There is no end level or final boss; the victory is simply reaching the highest point.

Why is Getting Over It so hard?

The game uses realistic physics with no leniency. One wrong swing can send you falling a long distance. It demands precision, patience, and mental resilience. The difficulty is part of its appeal.

Is this version different from the original?

Yes. This fan-made version replaces the man with a cat in a flower pot and uses colorful objects like furniture and giant fruit. The core hammer-climbing physics remain the same.

Can I record my gameplay?

After finishing the climb, the game asks if you want to record your run. If you choose not to, you can join a chat room with other players who have completed the game.