After Us (v1.24.12)

After Us invites players into a hauntingly beautiful, abstract world where nature’s last remnants cling to survival. You take on the role of Gaia, the Spirit of Life, tasked with a poignant mission: to rescue the souls of extinct animals and restore them to Mother’s Ark. As you traverse desolate landscapes—ranging from dying forests and polluted skies to dry seabeds and crumbling cities—you uncover the tragic stories behind each lost creature, such as the final whale harpooned or the last eagle caged. Gaia’s journey is one of hope amid devastation, where her abilities to glide, jump, and dash help navigate complex platforming environments filled with deadly traps and hostile, oil-covered Devourers that stalk the wasteland in search of life to consume. The game’s progression revolves around unlocking Gaia’s special gifts, which allow her to cleanse the oil that chokes the world, confront the relentless Devourers, and free trapped souls. This emotional narrative explores the stark contrasts between destruction and renewal, portraying the devastating impact humans have had on nature while offering a message of resilience and rebirth. Visually striking and rich with symbolism, After Us blends beautiful abstract artistry with evocative storytelling to create an immersive experience. Accompanying the gameplay is an original soundtrack by Daniel Elms, featuring over three hours of atmospheric music that deepens the emotional resonance of Gaia’s journey and the world she strives to heal.