HalfLight

About

HalfLight follows Xi-sheng, a young boy navigating a surreal 1940s Taiwanese village where reality bends. As he searches for his missing brother, players solve environmental puzzles and interact with villagers in a world where daylight fades into eerie shadows. The game blends exploration with narrative choices, pushing players to uncover secrets hidden between waking life and disturbing dreams. The game’s striking contrast between hopeful moments and creeping dread sets it apart. With a runtime of around 8 to 10 hours, it leans into atmospheric tension over action, appealing to fans of thoughtful storytelling. The handcrafted visuals and haunting sound design create a memorable journey through a world where every shadow hides a question.

Storyline

「Welcome to Fanshu village. What kind of sacrifice will you make for your family?」 In the merged world between reality and imaginations, you will follow a little boy as our protagonist – Xi-Sheng keeps asking people lived in the village about the news of his young brother – Mu-Sheng. However, at the dusk when the views transiting from bright to dark, he doesn’t notice that there is something dangerous approaching…