About Idols of Ash

Idols of Ash begins with a poor idea: exploring a forbidden location. A vast, ancient underground environment thousands of meters below the surface is dark and uncomfortable. Something is hunting you, adding to the excitement.

How to play Idols of Ash

Idols of Ash is about exploration and descent. Ancient, disintegrating stone and shadow building thousands of meters below the surface. Just get to the bottom.

You're not alone. The neighborhood calls them "Murderpedes"—a huge, chittering centipede that tracks your every move in the tunnels. Hunts, not follows. Death occurs when you stop moving.

Slow down: Rushing through dark passageways makes you regret your choices immediately. Move slowly and watch your surroundings.
Listen: Sound is crucial. Hear something strange? It's probably not your imagination.
Avoid panicking: Hard to do, yet panicking frequently leads to trouble. Consider, then act.
Check everything: Idols, objects, and strange nooks may have clues. Even disturbing stuff. Especially disturbing stuff.
Focus: The game toys with your head more as you go deeper. Keep or act to be calm.

Game Features

Real-Time Rope Physics: Weight and velocity-based grappling.
3D Spatial Audio: The Murderpede's chittering lets you pinpoint its distance thanks to high-fidelity sound design.
The path is established, but lighting and fog create an uncertain sense of claustrophobia.

Game controls

Basic movement: WASD.
Mouse Look: Aim Grappling Hook.
Fire and hold Grapple with left click.
E: Act
Spacebar: Jump.
Left shift: Sprint.
Set menu and mouse sensitivity with ESC.

Survival Tips

The 45-Degree Rule: Release your grapple when your swing reaches 45 degrees for maximum distance.
Avoid Looking Back: The Murderpede slows you down. Listen for high-pitched chittering and accelerate.
Find the Aqueduct: In the mid-game, find a hidden gate near the center pillar to reach the water-logged levels, which are faster but more perilous.