He Likes The Darkness 2021

A tiny black creature who simply belongs in the shadows — that's the quiet charm at the heart of He Likes The Darkness 2021. This platform game builds its identity around a genuinely endearing premise, sending the little monster through dim, star-scattered stages where collecting gold and navigating precarious ledges becomes surprisingly absorbing.

Seven worlds, each split across eight levels, means there's real depth here. Early stages feel relaxed, almost meditative — short jumps, steady platforms, a gentle rhythm. That changes. Moving platforms start demanding tighter timing, and the satisfaction of sticking a difficult crossing without tumbling into the void is its own reward.

What holds it together is the atmosphere. The dark visual palette feels intentional rather than lazy, giving the game a quiet personality most platformers don't bother with. Collecting every star before moving on adds a completionist pull that's easy to fall into — just one more level, then another.