Controls:
Z - Examine/Pick-up/Drop
X - (not used until later in the game)
Up - Jump
Down - Duck/Crawl
Left/Right - Move


Story:
You have been drawn to a mysterious place, what secrets does it hold, and what will they mean for you?


Help:
When not carrying an item, you can examine things. If you're stuck, try examining signs and other objects.
When you have explored far enough into the western temple, you can use the 'X' button.


Credit:

Made with (and for) the excellent PICO-8



Extras:
If you tip $2 or more you can download an illustrated manual for the game, some game maps, and HD versions of the game.


StatusReleased
PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux, HTML5
Rating
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
(311 total ratings)
AuthorSophie Houlden
GenreAdventure
Made withPICO-8
TagsLudum Dare 40, PICO-8

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Game Manual (EPUB format) 4 MB
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Dusk Child HD - Windows Version 11 MB
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