Flicker of Hope

You play as Jean Wick, a small living candle traveling through a dark cathedral devastated by plague. He carries on a dead monk’s mission to bring light back to the building.

Avoid Mara, a pursuing nun, and other hostile creatures as you make your way through the halls. Covering your flame with a snuffer helps conceal it, while wax tricks can distract enemies.

Jean gradually melts as he moves, so seek out pools of wax to replenish him and balance cautious stealth with quick progress. The journey also involves navigating the cathedral and overcoming simple obstacles as you relight its darkened spaces.

Reviewers often praise the candle premise and the tense, atmospheric journey through a dark gothic setting, with lighting, visuals, and sound adding to the unease. Some enjoy the stealth and wax-management mechanics, though players also frequently describe the experience as very short; others report that the camera, controls, or enemy detection can make sections frustrating.