
With the ability to switch characters on the fly, players must get each shape to it's corresponding exit to complete the level, often helping each other by creating platforms, traversing spike pits, pushing switches, etc. Players control a number of different characters, which are all simple coloured quadrilaterals with varying degrees of movement speed, jump height, and other special abilities.

The game takes place on a minimalist two-dimensional plane, with stark black surfaces and a moody electronic soundtrack.

Thomas Was Alone is a puzzle-platformer developed by Mike Bithell for Mac and PC. Overview Pictured: Thomas standing to the right of John, who has Chris sitting on his head.
