FickleFlame (2025)

Developer: Alexander Blehm
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie, Free To Play
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 18 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 45 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

An action-casual platformer where you explore a candle world, meet characters, and fight enemies to clear a threatening fog.

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What players say

Players enjoy the timed-exploration mechanic and visual style but consistently note it is just a short demo or first area, not a complete game. The music, especially the boss song, is praised, and controls feel responsive. Some find the time limit annoying, but respawn points are forgiving. A few reviewers compare it to Minit, calling it a more open take.

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