Written by Jason B. | PEAK

PEAK contains numerous subtle mechanics and environmental interactions that players often overlook. Below are lesser-known features that could enhance your gameplay experience.

🗺️ Hidden Environmental Interactions

• Statue near the summit: A mysterious statue lurks just off the final climbing path. While its purpose remains unclear, it may hold narrative significance for future updates.
• Hot springs warm you during storms: Snowy areas have capybara-filled pools that act as natural heaters. Immersing yourself in these negates blizzard freezing effects without requiring equipment.
• Lanterns still work inside backpack: Activated lanterns stored in your backpack continue illuminating surroundings, freeing your hands for climbing.

⚙️ Mechanical Exploits and Edge Cases

• Mid-air medkit revive: Initiate healing with a medkit moments before crashing from a fall. If the heal completes upon impact, you’ll survive what should be a lethal drop.
• Vine swing saves stamina: Grabbing vines/chains mid-fall maintains momentum. Swing across large gaps at no stamina cost if the landing point is level or lower.
• Backpack pull through gaps: For tight spaces, pull out your backpack while moving forward—the animation forces traversal even if the gap appears impassable.

💪 Stamina System Quirks

• Cooked medkits give stamina: Cooking consumables like bandages provides reserve stamina bonuses, stacking with food items like mushrooms.
• Lollipop lunge cancels: Spam lollipops while lunging (Shift + Left-Click) to bypass cooldowns and scale vast distances rapidly.

❓ FAQ

• Is the statue at the summit tied to an ending?
  No confirmed purpose, but its consistent presence suggests lore implications.
• Can you revive from any fall using a medkit?
  Only with precise timing—complete the heal animation just before impact.
• Do lanterns actually help inside your backpack?
  Yes, if activated beforehand. They maintain full brightness.
• Are capybaras just for looks?
  No—their thermal pools provide critical blizzard protection.