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The Candle

About this game

THE CANDLE

  • Your candle burns in real-time over up to 4 hours

  • Once its light goes out, it cannot be lit again

THE CASTLE

  • Explore the decrepit manor and rummage through drawers for loot

  • Avoid 4 unique spooky scary monsters on your quest to reach the hidden chamber

THE CARNIVAL

  • Play 6 different minigames at the carny's stalls for tickets

  • Exchange your tickets at the carnival office for fun prizes

  • Make allies or build rivalries with those who remain

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CONTROLS

Esc / Spacebar: Settings + Inventory

WASD: Move

Shift: Sprint

E: Interact

Left Click: Throw / Fire Weapon

Right Click: Inspect

Right Click + F: Blow Out Candle (If Lit)

Achievements

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Snuffed Out

Snuffed Out

2.4%

Unlock the true ending.

Candle Bearer

Candle Bearer

3.2%

Reach the end of the game.

The Candle

The Candle - Rated R. As night falls and a storm rises over the annual county carnival, you are visited by a mysterious spirit. Tasked with laying his soul to rest, you must brave his long dilapidated manor and avoid the horrifying remnants of his estate staff.

Developer

Candle Dev

Publisher

Candle Dev

Release Date

14 February, 2025

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