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Project Glowbound: Escape the darkness
Guide a glowing blue orb through a dark labyrinth. Maneuver past deadly hazards, shift heavy crates, and solve physics-based puzzles to escape. Will you find the way out?

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Coming Soon To Early Access

The developers of this game intend to release as a work in progress, developing with the feedback of players.

Note: Games in Early Access are not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. Learn more

Leaving Early Access: October 2026

What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“We would like to offer the community a version of the game so that they can explore the mechanics and get a first insight. The game itself is fully playable. However, there may be some minor graphical or logical errors, which are due to be fixed during the Early Access phase. That is why the game is to be improved with the help of the community.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“The game will remain in Early Access until all significant bugs have been fixed and we are confident that it can be played without any issues.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“All potential graphical and logical errors are to be fixed, and the gameplay is to be improved.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The game itself is fully playable. Each level can be played through from start to finish. There are three different game modes available, which will also feature in the main version of the game.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“As we expect the full version to be significantly better than the Early Access version, the price will be increased slightly.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“Feedback on graphical and logical errors is appreciated and requested.”
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Planned Release Date: 2026

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About This Game

In Project Glowbound: Escape the darkness, you are cast into a mesmerizing world of shadow and machinery, taking control of a mysterious, glowing blue orb of pure energy. As the last remaining light source in a forgotten, labyrinthine ruin, your goal is simple yet daunting: navigate the dark and find a way out. However, the path ahead is far from clear.

This atmospheric physics-puzzler seamlessly blends precise platforming with clever environmental challenges. To survive, you must master the momentum and inertia of your radiant sphere, deftly maneuvering through narrow, hazard-filled corridors and dodging deadly obstacles like moving lasers and crushing pistons. But raw skill alone won't suffice; you will need to rely heavily on your wits. The world is a giant puzzle box where you must shift heavy crates to activate pressure plates, trigger ancient machinery, and manipulate gravity itself to forge a path forward.

Your vibrant blue glow is more than just a beautiful aesthetic—it is your primary tool for survival. As you roll deeper into the abyss, your light pierces the darkness, revealing hidden mechanisms, invisible pathways, and looming dangers that remain unseen to the naked eye. Complemented by a striking minimalist art style and a deeply immersive, ambient electronic soundtrack, Project Glowbound: Escape the darkness offers a captivating experience that perfectly balances tranquil, brain-teasing logic with pulse-pounding precision. Will you guide the light home, or let the darkness consume you?

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS: Windows 10
    • Processor: Core i7-3820 or equivalent
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVidia 970 or equivalent
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Storage: 300 MB available space
    • Sound Card: No Recommendation
    Recommended:
    • OS: Windows 11
    • Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5500U or equivalent
    • Memory: 12 GB RAM
    • Graphics: AMD Radeon(TM) Graphics (2 GB)
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Storage: 300 MB available space
    • Sound Card: No Recommendation
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