Perilous Light
Release date: Oct 29, 2025
Developers: Maple Toast Studio
Publishers: Maple Toast Studio
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Categories: Single-player, Steam Achievements, Full controller support, Custom Volume Controls, Playable without Timed Input, Stereo Sound, Family Sharing
Supported languages: English, Simplified Chinese

Perilous Light is a Lovecraftian 2D puzzle-platformer. In the game, you play as a scarred little vampire struggling to survive in a mine ruled by the monstrous angel. The game’s core gameplay revolve around a unique player-light interaction—stay out of the deadly light, solve intricate puzzles, and manipulate environmental mechanisms to carve out your path to freedom. Controls Xbox controller recommended. Keyboard and mouse supported. If you encounter a freeze bug, press R to restart the current save, or restart the current level from the level selection menu. XBOX Controller: Walk: Left Stick Jump: B Drag objects: A Use the Reflector: Right Stick Keyboard: Walk: A/D Jump: SPACE Drag Objects: CTRL+A/D Use the Reflector: Arrow Keys Light is oppression — survive between the light and the shadow As a vampire, you joined an expedition of your kin into the fabled Hollow of the Angel , lured by the possibility of priceless blood crystals known as Tears of the Angel . Your kind's unique vision made navigating the pitch-black tunnels effortless, and soon you reached the mine’s deepest layer—the mineralized zone. But the moment the blood crystal was extracted, everything changed. The shaft collapsed, madness overtook your companions, and worst of all: the once-dark underground world is now filled with blazing light. Even a single misstep into its searing glow could mean instant death. You must tread carefully, using every shadow for shelter, and mastering the dance between light and darkness to stay alive. Logic is hope — solve the puzzles and find your way out You awaken amidst the ruins, realizing you've been attacked and abandoned by your maddened companions. Familiar corridors have twisted beyond recognition—what was once a clear path is now riddled with deadly traps and shifting mechanisms. Can you remain calm enough to navigate the chaos? Threat is weapon — when faced with danger, you've known how to strike back What will you do when you stand before IT ？ 

Press reviews: “The level design is well-structured and full of ingenious ideas. The physics system is also impressively handled.” electricWei “The camera handling really stands out—honestly more polished than in many commercial games. During each puzzle or platforming sequence, the camera stays steady and focused, and when the player reaches a new puzzle, it shifts smoothly to match the new context.” 狮子幽灵 “Objects often serve multiple functions—some elements must be avoided, yet can also be cleverly used to your advantage. You can really see the thoughtfulness and experience behind the design.” Porridge_饭