75%Strong matchDark Light
79%59179% positive reviews, Mostly Positive across 591 reviews·Metroidvania · Souls-like
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The level hides when you move in this skill-driven tactical action game. Scan the level, then step into the dark. Dodge deadly threats, outmaneuver enemies, and defeat brutal bosses to reclaim the stolen sun. No map. No safety. Just your skill.
Light Dude
Steam

Think before you move. Once you move, your vision gets limited, and only memory and reflexes can save you. How fast are your reactions in the dark?


From pros to casuals, choose how you want to play with customizable difficulty options. Adjust vision range in the dark and explore other accessibility-friendly settings.


You only have a limited number of lights each level. Move and stop too often, and you’ll run out of lights and be in total darkness for the rest of the stage!


Each crystal and gem comes with its own unique challenge. Only the most skilled adventurers can uncover every lost treasure hidden in the darkness!


Dr. Fog will do anything to keep the world in darkness. Only sharp reflexes, precise movement, and fearless determination will let you defeat his shadowy allies and ultimately face him!


Want to feel every step? Jump into First-Person Mode for total immersion!
Hi I’m Ramy! Light Dude is my first ever video game on Steam! This whole game was born from suffering… I was walking back from the bathroom in the dark, confident I knew the layout of my own room... until my bed frame reminded me I didn’t... My toe lost 99% of its HP, but at least I unlocked a new game idea!

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