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Dude in the Dark

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Dude in the Dark

gameAppID 4378720Released
Release dateFeb 20, 2026

Game Charts

Player statistics

Default: last 7 days, hourly. · Stale · Range: 6/20/2026, 7:25:17 AM - 8/20/2026, 7:15:48 AM

Current Players0
24h Peak0
All-Time Peak0
24h Player-Hours0 h

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Player History

PeriodAvg. PlayersGain (total)Gain (%)Peak Players
Last 24 Hours000%0
Last 7 Days000%0
Last 30 Days000%0
Last 12 Months000%0
2026-08000%0
2026-07000%0
2026-06000%0

Details

Developeractionpose
Publisheractionpose
FreeYes
Required ageNone

2D animated game where you are guided by smileys to complete each timed level.

Find your way through the darkness before the timer on the top right runs out! Play as Dude guided by smileys. Learn each pattern for each level. This game is like a cross between Pac-Man and Super Meat Boy. Controls: Arrows - Move Space - Reset Key Features: 50 challenging levels to beat 2D animated monochrome graphics Tight controls with arrow keys Reset mechanic with spacebar Punishing level design

Genres and categories

IndieFree To PlaySingle-playerFamily Sharing

Platforms and requirements

windows: yesmac: nolinux: no
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Ratings and content

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