Scarlet Skips FAQ
Answers to the most common questions about Scarlet Skips.
What is Scarlet Skips
Scarlet Skips is a one-button roguelike game where you control Scarlet, a red-haired girl who skips rope. The entire game is played with a single button — press and hold to charge your jump, release to skip. Time your jumps perfectly to maintain your rhythm and reach ever-higher altitudes.
How do I play Scarlet Skips
Press and hold any button (spacebar, mouse click, or controller button) to charge your jump. Release at the right moment to skip over the rope. Time your release to match the rope's rhythm. Perfect timing gives you bonus points and maintains your combo.
Is Scarlet Skips free
Scarlet Skips costs $4.99 on Steam. It's a complete game with no microtransactions or additional purchases required.
What platforms is Scarlet Skips available on
Scarlet Skips is currently available on Windows PC via Steam. There are no announced plans for console or mobile ports at this time.
How long is Scarlet Skips
Scarlet Skips is an endless score-chasing game. Each run can last anywhere from 30 seconds to 30+ minutes depending on your skill and upgrades. There's no traditional "ending" — the goal is to reach height milestones and maximize your score.
What are the upgrade cards in Scarlet Skips
Scarlet Skips features 10 unique upgrade cards that modify your jump rope in different ways. These include Extra Ropes, Fire Ropes, Rocket Boots, Reinforce Jumprope, Jump Height Boost, Score Multiplier, Magnet, Shield, Slow Motion, and the legendary Golden Rope.
How do I get the Golden Rope upgrade
The Golden Rope is a legendary-tier upgrade card that appears very rarely during runs. There's no guaranteed way to obtain it — it's based on random chance. The best strategy is to play many runs and hope for the best.
What are the endings in Scarlet Skips
Scarlet Skips has 7 confirmed endings based on height milestones: First Hundred (100m), Sky Reacher (500m), Cloud Walker (1000m), Stratosphere (2000m), Orbit (5000m), Infinity (10000m), and a Secret Ending that doesn't depend on height.
Is there multiplayer in Scarlet Skips
No, Scarlet Skips is a single-player game. There is no multiplayer mode, co-op, or competitive features.
Can I play Scarlet Skips with a controller
Yes, Scarlet Skips supports keyboard, mouse, and controller input. Any button on any input device can be used to charge and release jumps.
How do I reach 10000 meters
Reaching 10,000 meters requires a near-perfect run with optimal upgrades. You need Golden Rope or a very strong build with Extra Ropes, Fire Ropes, Reinforce Jumprope, and Score Multiplier. Even then, you'll need to maintain perfect rhythm for an extended period.
Is there a secret ending
Yes, there is a secret ending in Scarlet Skips that doesn't depend on height. The community is still discovering its triggers. Experiment with different upgrade combinations and timing patterns to find it.