Penny’s Big Breakaway

Evening Star · Private Division

Released: Feb 21, 2024
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Last updated: 14 Sep 2026, 09:10 GMT

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13 Sep 2024PC Gamer
Penny's Big Breakaway studio announces layoffs: 'Evening Star has been swept up in the same turbulence that has affected so many of our peers in the games industry'
The videogame industry continues to be wracked by instability and chaos: Evening Star, the developer of the 3D platformer Penny's Big Breakaway, has announced that "turbulence" in the business has forced it to lay off six employees... Read more.
14 Mar 2024Developer post
Penny's Big Breakaway 1.2.20240313 is now live
Penny's Big Breakaway 1.2.20240313 is now live This is a hotfix build with the following changes: - Adjusted ice physics behavior and turn momentum - Fixed the catcher's mitt crash when using Hot Rod Pepper power-up - Fixed a progression block in Gala Night 1 where suction pipe d
12 Mar 2024Developer post
Penny's Big Breakaway v1.2 Patch Notes
Today, we released a patch that fixes several issues. It also includes updates and improvements to existing functions. Please make sure to update your game to the latest version. In lieu of the changes below, we will be resetting the leaderboards for 4-2 . This patch introduces a
Today, we released a patch that fixes several issues. It also includes updates and improvements to existing functions. Please make sure to update your game to the latest version.
In lieu of the changes below, we will be resetting the leaderboards for 4-2. This patch introduces a fix to a bug that existed on this level which allowed players to skip a large portion of the level.
We will continue to monitor the game for future fixes and patches, but in the meantime, thanks for playing Penny's Big Breakaway!
Penny has been practicing her performances! She will no longer…

Get stuck on wall ledges and other objects.
Infinitely fall to her death in the World’s Edge boss encounter.
Slide up slopes that aren’t the ground.
Get stuck in a temporary infinite skid.
Get disconnected from YoYo during Whirl.
Lose all momentum when starting a yoyo ride from a distance.
Infinitely tumble.
Lose all her velocity when transitioning from Dash to Ride after YoYo retraction.
Get stuck at the end of a zipline when holding Ride or Throw until released.
Furthermore, YoYo has been training and will…

Stop going through as many walls when thrown.
Now accelerate more consistently while swinging in higher frame rates.
Be correctly sized on the Zipline.
Ledge Grab on more surfaces.
Stop releasing Penny from Edge Grab too early.
We’ve also asked the denizens to do some repairs and upgrades in the world. Here’s what they’ve been working on…
IMPROVEMENTS:

Omitted video settings from cloud saves – they’re only stored locally now!
Added Fullscreen video option.
From now on, we will reset the global cycle timer when restarting or dropping out
Indicate all-time cleared Show Pieces/Dilemmas for a scene in Pause menu.
Added a quick restart feature to Time Attack – Just hold the top face button!
Made Gusto reset to max when dropping out in Time Attack.
Game elements will behave more deterministically when you’re navigating Time Attack (by using a consistent global random seed when restarting or dropping out).
Reminded the denizens to not start the timer until Penny leaves Start Platform in Time Attack.
Scrapbook photos will now be full screen when viewing in menu!
Added the ability to delete Scrapbook unlock progress.
Added Depth of Field video option.
Tinkered with the Turnstile so Penny is consistently launched from the intended release point.
Adjusted the Rolling Log to not cause tumble when impacting sloped surface.
REPAIRS:

Repaired the Suction Pipe so that it will now always eject Penny with the intended motion.
Politely asked the Peng Balloon to not cause a soft lock at the end of Pengoville 2 when falling on Penny after landing on the Busker Stage.
Reminded the Scatter Birds that their shadows should not disappear for a frame before flying away.
Turned around the Whirl Screw in the Final Act so that it screws in the correct direction.
Fixed the HUD so it will no longer draw after transitioning offscreen.
When opening pause menu the same frame Penny drops out, the stage will now play music properly.
Fixed the water splash VFX.
Fixed visual issues with the Fail Transition.
Corrected the Cannon object so that it no longer points to invalid target object references.
Whacked the side of the boombox so that the SFX issue after defeating Judge Rufus no longer occurs.
Oiled the grease on the ball bearings so that vertical camera movement now always tracks at the correct speed (camera slack delta time scaling).
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01 Mar 2024PC Gamer
Penny's Big Breakaway review
When Sonic Mania’s dev team reformed as indie studio Evening Star, it would have been easy for them to play it safe and deliver another speedy, Sonic-styled 2D platformer. Instead, Penny’s Big Breakaway is a deeply compelling, replayable experiment drawing equal inspiration from
28 Feb 2024Developer post
Penny's Big Breakaway 1.1.20240227H is now live
Penny's Big Breakaway 1.1.20240227H is now live This is a hotfix build with 2 PC-specific changes: - Crash fix for AMD RDNA 3 GPUs (incl. Radeon 7000 series GPUs and ROG Ally) - Removal of Crash Catcher module Thanks for your patience and support!
21 Feb 2024Developer post
Gameplay & Controls
Be sure to grab a controller because Penny’s Big Breakaway control scheme uses dual analog sticks - one to move Penny and the other to control Yo-Yo’s abilities. Learn how to navigate Macaroon and escape the Emperor’s penguins all while mastering the use of momentum. Yes, MOMENTU
21 Feb 2024Developer post
Surprise! Penny’s Big Breakaway is available now!!
You’ve been asking when Penny’s Big Breakaway launches. Well….surprise! The game is out…like…right NOW ! Explore the bright and colorful world of Macaroon, and help Penny and Yo-Yo escape the clutches of the grouchy Emperor Eddie. Perform stylish, acrobatic tricks to avoid Eddie’
01 Feb 2024PC Gamer
Penny's Big Breakaway makes me wish I'd spent more time playing platformers before Penny's Big Breakaway
Despite passing through an intense Sonic the Hedgehog phase when I was around nine years old, I wouldn't say I gotta go particularly fast. Over the ensuing two decades I've rarely sought out the classic pastime of accelerating a cartoon mascot to inhumane speeds. I've been conten
30 Nov 2023Developer post
Introducing a brand new animated trailer for Penny's Big Breakaway!
Get ready to join Penny and Yo-Yo as they make their grand escape and face-off against a colorful cast of Bosses, including: ⭐ Sailor Sheila: Master of the diabolo, this seafaring rival is ready to contend for her place as top performer at the royal palace! ⭐ Mr. Q: This mind-ben
30 Nov 2023PC Gamer
Penny's Big Breakaway is a colorful platformer from former devs of the best Sonic game in years
Penny’s Big Breakaway , an upcoming 3D platformer from several developers behind 2017’s well-received Sonic Mania, is set to release in early 2024. We got another glimpse of the game in action, as well as several of its main characters, in a new trailer shown during the PC Gaming
21 Jun 2023Developer post
Ready, set, YO!
Hey everyone, Evening Star here! You may know some of our team from their work on Sonic Mania and if so, hello again! We've been diligently working behind the scenes, pouring our passion into crafting something entirely fresh and exciting. Today, we are absolutely ecstatic to fin
Hey everyone,
Evening Star here!
You may know some of our team from their work on Sonic Mania and if so, hello again!
We've been diligently working behind the scenes, pouring our passion into crafting something entirely fresh and exciting. Today, we are absolutely ecstatic to finally lift the curtain and share the news we've been eagerly anticipating.
It is with great joy that we present to you our original 3D platformer, Penny's Big Breakaway!
Join us as we introduce you to Penny, a street performer with dreams as big as her personality, and her lively companion, Yo-Yo, as they take center stage in the mesmerizing world of Macaroon.
In this vibrant 3D-platformer, Penny finds herself entangled in an audition for Palace Court Performers. Little does she know, a Cosmic String transforms her trusted Yo-Yo into a lively creature, setting the stage for an unforgettable escapade. Together, Penny and Yo-Yo must clear her name, outwit the eccentric Emperor's penguin army, and unravel the secrets of the Cosmic String.
Game Highlights:

Expressive Gameplay: Prepare to showcase your skills as you unleash a captivating array of tricks and combos, dazzling the audience with Penny and Yo-Yo's sensational performances. It's time to steal the spotlight and become the star you were born to be!
Explore the World of Macaroon: Immerse yourself in the enchanting realm of Macaroon, where imagination knows no bounds. Traverse stunning landscapes, discover hidden secrets, and let your star power shine like never before.
Easy to Play, Difficult to Master: We've carefully crafted Penny's Big Breakaway to strike the perfect balance between expressiveness and challenge. Dive right into the action and experience a gameplay journey that will put your reflexes, precision, and timing to the ultimate test.
Stay tuned for exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes glimpses into our development process, and thrilling surprises as we approach the grand performance of Penny's Big Breakaway. Don't forget to add the game to your wishlist and be among the first to witness the magic unfold.
This is just the beginning of our journey together, and we can't wait to share many more adventures and unforgettable experiences with all of you.
Get ready to break boundaries and light up the stage in Penny's Big Breakaway, coming early 2024!
With heartfelt excitement,
Evening Star
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Penny’s Big Breakaway

Updates & announcements

Penny's Big Breakaway studio announces layoffs: 'Evening Star has been swept up in the same turbulence that has affected so many of our peers in the games industry'

Penny's Big Breakaway 1.2.20240313 is now live

Penny's Big Breakaway v1.2 Patch Notes

Penny's Big Breakaway review

Penny's Big Breakaway 1.1.20240227H is now live

Gameplay & Controls

Surprise! Penny’s Big Breakaway is available now!!

You’ve been asking when Penny’s Big Breakaway launches. Well….surprise! The game is out…like…right NOW!

Penny's Big Breakaway makes me wish I'd spent more time playing platformers before Penny's Big Breakaway

Introducing a brand new animated trailer for Penny's Big Breakaway!

Get ready to join Penny and Yo-Yo as they make their grand escape and face-off against a colorful cast of Bosses, including:

Watch the full trailer here:

Penny's Big Breakaway is a colorful platformer from former devs of the best Sonic game in years

Ready, set, YO!