Being and Becoming

Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a kingdom corrupted by a Collective Dream. Take on the role of the Lucid Dreamer, defeat and consume the souls of the corrupted, then use them as weapons to break the world free from endless slumber.

Defeat and Summon Corrupted Dreamers

Kill and consume the spirits of those corrupted beyond recognition by the Collective Dream. Each new spirit absorbed can be summoned to defend and attack on your behalf.

Expand Your Arsenal

Assemble an arsenal of weapons wielded by noble spirits ensnared within the dream. Weave intricate combinations of attacks and utilize each weapon in a unique way to traverse the environment.


Brave the Kingdom Warped by Dreams

Explore a vast, interconnected world which unfolds based on your gameplay decisions. Unique playthrough-specific pathways and rooms will be available depending on where you choose to begin your crusade to quell the influence of the Collective Dream.


Shape the World Around You

Sleep does not absolve you of responsibility - your actions will shape the waking and dreaming world, determining their ultimate fate.


Gorgeous Pixel-Art Aesthetic

From picturesque to grotesque, each location has its own ambience and feel, decorated with detailed hand-crafted backdrops. Each boss has a distinctive personality, emphasized not only by the story, but also by dozens of unique animations and environmental interactions.


Fully Voiced-Over Characters & Atmospheric OST

Being & Becoming features a diverse cast of charming and terrifying voice acted characters and bosses. The soundtrack is filled with dynamic and atmospheric tracks that are shaped by and directly shape gameplay.