Game Overview
A quiet backyard cookout turns into a bizarre escape story when a secret laboratory kidnaps an ordinary man for an army of genetically copied replacements. You Are Peter Shorts is a colorful retro-inspired action platformer that combines interconnected Metroidvania levels with scrappy beat-’em-up combat. Its tone is knowingly ridiculous, but the action takes its systems seriously: every room is packed with hostile duplicates, environmental hazards, shortcuts, and secrets. The result feels like a lost 8-bit cult favorite with far more modern ideas about movement and replayability.
Players push through a large facility, opening routes and gaining new transformation abilities by defeating major clone bosses. Combat uses only two primary buttons, yet supports guarding, precise parries, aerial evasions, combos, and situational attacks that reward timing rather than button mashing. Rescued clones need to be escorted to safety, while BUG, a small helper character, traps enemies and tosses explosive eggs to control crowded encounters. A second player can take direct control of BUG in co-op, making rescue sections more manageable and giving the campaign a lively couch-multiplayer angle without turning it into a simple brawler.
The standout feature is how much personality the clone concept gives every part of the package, from bosses and unlockable forms to a versus mode featuring 25 playable Peters. Bright pixel art, elaborate industrial stages, and an energetic chiptune score keep the pace buoyant even when the layouts become demanding. Completionists can hunt down diskettes to unlock a randomizer that reshuffles the adventure into a fresh challenge, while competitive players have a separate arena for testing the clone roster. Fans of Shovel Knight, classic Mega Man exploration, or fast technical brawlers should find plenty to enjoy, and the approachable controls make it welcoming even for players who usually avoid difficult Metroidvanias.
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Installation
- Click the green button below to be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 15 seconds, then hit “Free Download.” (Free downloads may be slower — upgrade to UploadHaven Pro for faster speeds.)
- Once downloaded, right-click the .zip file and choose “Extract to You are Peter Shorts.” (You’ll need 7-Zip for this.)
- Open the extracted folder and run the game as administrator.
- Enjoy! 🎮 If you see missing DLL errors, check the _Redist folder inside and install what’s needed.
System Requirements
- OS: Windows 10
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Storage: 50 MB available space
- Additional Notes: Untested on Win 7/8, should work
Setup Guide & Troubleshooting
How do I fix missing DLL errors for You are Peter Shorts (v1.0.18)?
After extracting You are Peter Shorts (v1.0.18), navigate to the _Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and any other dependencies included.
What should I do if the downloaded file is corrupted?
The full archive is 99.16 MB — make sure your download completed fully before extracting. Use 7-Zip to extract the files. If you still see a "file corrupted" error, re-download and try again.
Why should I run the game as administrator?
Right-click the game executable and select "Run as Administrator" to avoid save file issues and permission errors. This is especially important on the first launch.
How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?
The game won't launch — what should I try?
Try running in compatibility mode, install the latest DirectX runtime, or install the All-in-One VC Redist Package.
My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?
Antivirus false positives are common with pre-installed games. Temporarily pause your antivirus during extraction to prevent it from quarantining game files. You can re-enable it after the extraction completes.