A fast pixel-art wave-defense roguelite with 15-minute runs, rising hordes, map events, bosses, and Light/Dark upgrades shaping each build.

Torch of Shadows is a roguelite game where you fight to maintain the balance between Light and Darkness, combining the familiar survival formula with territory control.You are the last guardian of an ancient temple sealing a black hole capable of destroying all existence. If the temple falls, both Light and Darkness will be destroyed, leaving only emptiness behind.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4007420/extras/2648a60c6ed657731610b9f3bc2540c2.poster.avif?t=1763969574" width=1170 height=658 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4007420/extras/2648a60c6ed657731610b9f3bc2540c2.webm?t=1763969574" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4007420/extras/2648a60c6ed657731610b9f3bc2540c2.mp4?t=1763969574" type="video/mp4"></video><h2 class="bb_tag" >A Battle of Balance</h2>Enemies attack in both Light and Dark forms, depending on which dominates the area you are protecting. Whichever form is dominant, creatures of that form are more likely to appear. To survive, you must counter them with opposing forces:<ul class="bb_ul"><li>Use Light powers to defeat Dark creatures.</li><li>Use Dark powers to defeat Light creatures.</li><li>Each attack you make transforms the tiles on the battlefield into the form of the attack when you defeat an enemy. But beware, the balance is fragile, and it is entirely up to you to protect it.</li></ul><video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4007420/extras/0f50e41a715a157efc6edc0fd77cac24.poster.avif?t=1763969574" width=1170 height=658 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4007420/extras/0f50e41a715a157efc6edc0fd77cac24.webm?t=1763969574" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/4007420/extras/0f50e41a715a157efc6edc0fd77cac24.mp4?t=1763969574" type="video/mp4"></video> <h2 class="bb_tag" >Key Features</h2><ul class="bb_ul"><li>Dynamic Light vs. Dark combat: defeat enemies with the opposite form of their own! </li><li>Roguelite progression: unlock permanent skill upgrades and experience different challenges in each region battle.</li><li>Evolving battlefield: the terrain changes form based on your attacks.</li><li>Challenging enemies, elites, and boss: face unique threats that evolve over time.</li><li>Collect all collectible pieces dropped by final bosses, seal all regions under attack, and preserve the balance!</li><li>Endless replayability: each playthrough offers new choices, upgrades, and challenges.</li></ul>

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