Underplayed Gems

Candleman (2017)

Candleman cover
Developer
Spotlightor Interactive
Publisher
E-Home Entertainment, Shanghai Oriental Pearl Culture Development Co.Ltd, Zodiac Interactive, indienova
Platforms
PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Genres
Platform, Puzzle, Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
Rating
4.5 of 5, 4 player ratings
Where to get it
Nintendo eShop

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How it feels

A careful, nerve-wracking journey through darkness where every lit step shortens your existence.

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About

A 3D platformer featuring unique low-light gameplay. Players control the candle and can move, jump and light up. As the candle burns, it reveals safe passage and drips wax but also reduces its height and lifespan. Players must navigate the dark and treacherous landscape and solve puzzles in order to reach the blue light at the end of each level.

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