A minimalist physics roguelite where you create a mesmerizing cascade of droplets. Choose from three distinct modes and discover powerful upgrade synergies to master the flow. Calm, complex, and endlessly replayable.

<h2 class="bb_tag" >This is a free demo for Drifting Dots, a minimalist physics game about creating a beautiful cascade. It's a generous slice of the game, designed to give you a true feel for the core experience without any time limits.</h2>Your permanent progress, including all the Insight and Mantras you unlock, will automatically carry over to the full game!<h2 class="bb_tag" >Find Your Flow</h2>Drifting Dots started from a simple idea: the satisfying, meditative sound of a thousand tiny impacts. Inspired by the elegant chaos of a Galton board, this is a game where you guide a stream of droplets through a grid of pegs. The &quot;plinks&quot; of the droplets striking the pegs create a unique, generative song, turning a physics simulation into a surprisingly calming experience.In this demo, you'll master Pulse Mode, a rhythmic challenge of 45 fast-paced rounds. The gameplay is simple:<ul class="bb_ul"><li>Watch: Observe your cascade for a short action phase.</li><li>Upgrade: Spend the Essence you've earned on powerful Attunements.</li><li>Repeat: See the immediate effect of your choices as your simple stream grows into a magnificent waterfall.</li></ul><video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4118570/extras/19bb5dee4dfcaaf180da447c7599b623.poster.avif?t=1763970728" width=1096 height=616 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4118570/extras/19bb5dee4dfcaaf180da447c7599b623.webm?t=1763970728" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4118570/extras/19bb5dee4dfcaaf180da447c7599b623.mp4?t=1763970728" type="video/mp4"></video><h2 class="bb_tag" >The Start of a Deeper Journey</h2>While the core loop is about the run, the real journey happens between them. After each 15-minute session, your final score is converted into permanent Insight.You can spend this Insight in the Stream of Memory, a tree of permanent, game-changing upgrades called Mantras. This demo includes the entire first &quot;chapter&quot; of the Mantra tree for you to unlock, allowing you to:<ul class="bb_ul"><li>Permanently boost your core Attunements.</li><li>Discover the first new droplet color, Amethyst, changing your future runs.</li><li>Unlock foundational abilities that will shape your strategies.</li></ul>The rest of the tree, with its more advanced and world-altering Mantras, is waiting for you in the full game.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4118570/extras/bb9270736666ff517ba27896578eeb20.poster.avif?t=1763970728" width=1096 height=616 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4118570/extras/bb9270736666ff517ba27896578eeb20.webm?t=1763970728" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4118570/extras/bb9270736666ff517ba27896578eeb20.mp4?t=1763970728" type="video/mp4"></video><h2 class="bb_tag" >Wishlist the Full Game to Continue the Path</h2>If you enjoy the satisfying loop and strategic depth of the demo, the full version of Drifting Dots expands the experience even further:<ul class="bb_ul"><li>Two More Game Modes: Master the continuous Flow Mode and the deeply strategic Focus Mode.</li><li>A Vast Skill Tree: Explore the entire Stream of Memory, unlocking dozens of Mantras like Prismatic Fusion and Still Waters.</li><li>Dozens of Steam Achievements: Hunt down and unlock achievements to prove your mastery of The Cascade.</li><li>The Ultimate Sandbox: Prove your skill to unlock the endless, score-chasing Endless Mode.</li></ul><video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4118570/extras/2aa89553096b00d6ffebfb2258347903.poster.avif?t=1763970728" width=1096 height=616 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4118570/extras/2aa89553096b00d6ffebfb2258347903.webm?t=1763970728" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4118570/extras/2aa89553096b00d6ffebfb2258347903.mp4?t=1763970728" type="video/mp4"></video>Thank you for playing. I hope you find your flow.

Drifting Dots Demo

<h2 class="bb_tag" >Find Your Flow</h2>Inspired by the simple elegance of a Galton board, Drifting Dots is a game about building your own beautiful cascade. It's a minimalist physics toy where you guide a stream of droplets, listening as the &quot;plinks&quot; of a thousand tiny impacts create a surprisingly meditative song. The goal is simple: find your focus and create a flow.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4104160/extras/19bb5dee4dfcaaf180da447c7599b623.poster.avif?t=1778514600" width=1096 height=616 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4104160/extras/19bb5dee4dfcaaf180da447c7599b623.webm?t=1778514600" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4104160/extras/19bb5dee4dfcaaf180da447c7599b623.mp4?t=1778514600" type="video/mp4"></video><h2 class="bb_tag" >Shape The Cascade</h2>Each run is a 15-minute challenge to maximize your Essence. The tools are simple, but the strategies are deep. Invest in powerful Attunements to increase your Drop Rate, create a Confluence of multiple droplets, or empower the Heart of the Cascade to create super-charged channels. Every choice shapes the flow, transforming your simple stream into a breathtaking waterfall.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4104160/extras/bb9270736666ff517ba27896578eeb20.poster.avif?t=1778514600" width=1096 height=616 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4104160/extras/bb9270736666ff517ba27896578eeb20.webm?t=1778514600" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4104160/extras/bb9270736666ff517ba27896578eeb20.mp4?t=1778514600" type="video/mp4"></video><h2 class="bb_tag" >A Deeper Journey</h2>After each run, your score is converted into permanent Insight. Use it in the Stream of Memory to unlock a vast tree of game-changing Mantras. Discover new, more valuable droplet types, add deeper layers to The Cascade itself, and unlock powerful synergies and entirely new ways to play.<h2 class="bb_tag" >Choose Your Path</h2>Master three distinct game modes, each with its own unique rhythm and strategic demands:<ul class="bb_ul"><li>Pulse Mode: A rhythmic, wave-based challenge. Upgrade your engine between 45 fast-paced, 20-second rounds.</li><li>Flow Mode: A continuous, meditative experience. Choose from an ever-changing list of offered Attunements at any time.</li><li>Focus Mode: The ultimate strategic test. Pause the action to make a single, critical choice that sets the pacing for your entire run.</li></ul><video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4104160/extras/2aa89553096b00d6ffebfb2258347903.poster.avif?t=1778514600" width=1096 height=616 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4104160/extras/2aa89553096b00d6ffebfb2258347903.webm?t=1778514600" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4104160/extras/2aa89553096b00d6ffebfb2258347903.mp4?t=1778514600" type="video/mp4"></video><h2 class="bb_tag" >Features</h2><ul class="bb_ul"><li>A Mesmerizing Physics Toy: Watch thousands of droplets cascade in a satisfying, emergent simulation.</li><li>Three Deeply Strategic Modes: Discover the playstyle that fits you best.</li><li>Vast Meta-Progression: Unlock dozens of permanent Mantras to discover powerful synergies and create game-breaking builds.</li><li>Unlockable Endless Mode: Prove your mastery and push your creations to their absolute limit.</li><li>Minimalist Zen Aesthetic: A clean, calming visual style and a dynamic, generative soundtrack that make the game a pleasure to watch and listen to.</li></ul>