Bloom 03 · Puzzle platformer · Playdead, 2010
Limbo
A boy searches for his sister in a black-and-white forest full of traps. The silhouette platformer that inspired a generation of indie games.
Edition reviewed: Limbo (2010).
Official artwork © PlaydeadWhat you do
Run, jump and solve deadly puzzles with ropes, gravity and machines in a silent, shadowy world.
Who it suits
Puzzle fans who do not mind a dark mood and dying often. Not for young children.
01The first hour
You wake in a dark forest with no explanation. Within minutes a giant spider shows you how dangerous this place is.
02The middle
The second half moves into factories and machines, with tougher puzzles about gravity and timing. Deaths are frequent but you restart instantly.
03Where to stop
Checkpoints are everywhere, so a single puzzle is a fine stopping point.
Why it works
- Iconic, striking look
- Clever puzzles
- Instant retries
Watch out for
- Trial-and-error deaths
- Grim and bleak
The score
Overall 4.5 out of 5 · Full bloom · how we score
Our verdict
A classic of mood and design, best played in two short sittings.
Written by the Foxglove Save Point desk. Updated 23 October 2026. Facts were checked against the publisher and store pages at that date; prices and platforms can change.