Underplayed Gems

Step Lightly (2026)

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Developer
Water Leaks Studio
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, Free To Play
Rating
4.7 of 5, 63 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 46 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A tense, quiet crawl through a messy home, balancing stealth and puzzle-solving against a monstrous threat.

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What players say

Players consistently compare it to Little Nightmares, calling it a free clone or inspired work. It is very short, around 30 to 60 minutes, and many note clunky movement and controls. The game is a student project, and reviewers appreciate it as a free, atmospheric experience despite its brevity.

Screenshots

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