Deadlight

Set in Seattle after a 1980s catastrophe, Deadlight follows Randall Wayne as he searches for his missing family amid a zombie outbreak. The journey unfolds as a cinematic 2.5D side-scroller through a devastated city.

Move through ruined streets and buildings by running, jumping, climbing, and using parkour. Environmental puzzles and hazards block the way, while escape sequences demand quick movement and timing.

Combat is risky, and ammunition and stamina are limited, so avoiding the undead or using the surroundings can be safer than fighting. An axe and firearms offer options when needed, while collectibles add diary entries and other discoveries along the route.

Players who enjoy Deadlight often highlight its bleak visual atmosphere and ruined Seattle setting, along with tense platforming and escapes that make survival feel precarious. Some also appreciate the environmental puzzles, soundtrack, and personal story. These strengths are not universal: many reviews criticize the controls and precision required in timed sections.