Gloam: Born of Dusk

PuzzlePlatformer
4.25/5.0
1K plays

An atmospheric silhouette puzzle-platformer where you guide a lone child through a shadow-drenched world, using reflexes and the Hush ability to solve physics-based puzzles.

About the Game

Gloam: Born of Dusk is an atmospheric silhouette puzzle-platformer. You guide a lone child through a shadow-drenched world filled with ravines, collapsing ledges, and hidden traps. Survival depends on wit and reflex. The game features 21 handcrafted levels, each challenging you with physics-driven puzzles that blend precision platforming with clever problem-solving. Use the mysterious power of the Hush to slow time and outmaneuver lurking dangers. After completing the main journey, you can create your own stages with the built-in level editor. The game's art style evokes a journey from dusk to dawn.

silhouettepuzzleplatformerphysicsatmospheric
How to Play

Core gameplay involves controlling the character through silhouette-style levels by running, jumping, grabbing, and swinging. Use environmental elements like boxes, ropes, and levers to solve physics puzzles. Hold the Hush button to slow time, helping you avoid traps or adjust jumps in critical moments. The game includes 21 handcrafted levels with increasing difficulty. After completing all levels, use the built-in level editor to create and share custom stages.

Controls

Arrow keys or A/D to move left/right, W or Space to jump, E or Shift to grab/use boxes, ropes, levers, hold Q or Ctrl to Hush (slow time), P or Esc to pause.