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8 concurrent players on 15 Sep 2026.

When was Light Bearers released on Steam?

Light Bearers was released on Steam on 23 Oct 2018.

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Light Bearers

GameApp ID 765,710by FAT BOMB STUDIOS, LLCReleased 23 Oct 2018

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App ID765,710

Release date23 Oct 2018

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Install size8.55 GB

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Last update14 Apr 2023

Steam DeckPlayable

DLC1

DeveloperFAT BOMB STUDIOS, LLC

Changenumber37,437,721

PriceFree

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PublisherFAT BOMB STUDIOS, LLC

SystemsWindows

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Light Bearers

FAT BOMB STUDIOS, LLC
Released 23 Oct 2018·App 765710

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25 Feb 2025

13:59:00NewsCelebrating Light Bearers 2 Next Fest Demo Sale———Steam news

Steam news · published 25 Feb 2025, 13:59:00 UTC

Celebrating Light Bearers 2 Next Fest Demo Sale

Hey everyone! In celebration of the Light Bearers 2 Demo release for Next Fest. We have set the Light Bearers 1 Full Game DLC to 50% off! Light Bearers 1 DLC Link Light Bearers 2 Page for Demo

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25 Dec 2024

04:53:40NewsLight Bearers 2 Christmas Playtest———Esports

Esports · published 25 Dec 2024, 04:53:40 UTC

Light Bearers 2 Christmas Playtest

Hey Everyone! We are currently running a playtest of Light Bearers 2 until the 28th early morning. If you'd like to join it, go to the Light Bearers 2 Steam page and opt into the "playtest". Bring friends or join our Discord . Have a merry Christmas!

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10 Aug 2024

14:32:41NewsLight Bearers 2———Community

Community · published 10 Aug 2024, 14:32:41 UTC

Light Bearers 2

Hey Everyone! We wanted to announce that Light Bearers 2 now has a steam page that you can wishlist and follow. Light Bearers 2 Steam Link We will be doing a weekend beta later this month (assuming nothing pops up) Thanks for reading!

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12 Apr 2023

10:42:01NewsAnniv 4.3b Update and the future of Light Bearers———In-game event

In-game event · published 12 Apr 2023, 10:42:01 UTC

Anniv 4.3b Update and the future of Light Bearers

Hey Everyone! We're bringing you a small update today along with a survey that will help us move into working on the sequel to Light Bearers. · Fixed a few typos in the Shadowpedia · Fixed a bug that caused anomaly to appear in nox's place in the Shadowpedia · Adjusted lighting in fallen temple · Adjusted lighting in black ramparts During April 2020 we made shadows available to everyone because…

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4 Feb 2023

11:05:16NewsAnniv 4.2b———In-game event

In-game event · published 4 Feb 2023, 11:05:16 UTC

Anniv 4.2b

Hey Everyone! We have a small update. Lighting update for Eldritch Halls Lighting update for Forgotten Ruins Fixed a bug that affected kicking players. Removed the DEV tag from the game. If you'd like to find other Light Bearers players or have bugs to report, join our Discord !

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31 Oct 2022

01:02:44NewsLight Bearers Survey———Community

Community · published 31 Oct 2022, 01:02:44 UTC

Light Bearers Survey

Hey everyone! We wanted to post the survey link here for those that are not in our discord. Please fill it out if you want your voice heard :) ->Survey Link<-

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24 Oct 2022

10:36:41NewsLight Bearers 4 Year Anniversary Update———In-game event

In-game event · published 24 Oct 2022, 10:36:41 UTC

Light Bearers 4 Year Anniversary Update

Hey Everyone! Happy Light Bearers Anniversary ! 4 Years ago, we launched a game that we were super proud of, but it was missing just a little something. We committed to two solid years of post launch development ( The game is dramatically improved over its launch counterpart ) working with our community ( the ones that talk to us ) to bring in awesome features and quality of life changes. After…

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29 Nov 2020

03:40:20NewsVersion 1.5b———Game update

Game update · published 29 Nov 2020, 03:40:20 UTC

Version 1.5b

Hey everyone, a minor bug fix update! · Fixed a bug that prevented save files from loading if you had the No Hat cosmetic selected. · Added additional collision in Library. · Fixed a redundancy with the save system. · Fixed double taunting on intro. · Added a better check system for saves. · Re-added the ability to go into a hiding place through walls. · Added a cancel button on password dialog…

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23 Oct 2020

09:11:37NewsVersion 1.5 Anniversary update———Major update

Major update · published 23 Oct 2020, 09:11:37 UTC

Version 1.5 Anniversary update

Hey Everyone! We have our Anniversary update and wanted to share it with our wonderful community (we know you exist, we saw the craigslist ad) ;) Jokes aside, we have "fixed" a lot of long standing bugs. They did not resurface during our testing sessions, but if they do please let u know in our Discord! These fixes include but are not limited to · Implemented a failsafe for loading cosmetics ·…

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10 Apr 2020

12:06:37NewsPatch 1.4———In-game event

In-game event · published 10 Apr 2020, 12:06:37 UTC

Patch 1.4

Hey everyone! We have a minor content update ready to be consumed :) A lot of the features/bug fixes that were going to be included with this have been released over the last few minor patches. In addition to those, here's what is new! · Added an field of view setting (this only affects bears.) · Added a mutator system to mix up things! (14 mutators, if enabled each round a random mutator will…

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4 Apr 2020

11:50:37News1.337D———Game update

Game update · published 4 Apr 2020, 11:50:37 UTC

1.337D

Hey everyone, another minor patch. Fixed an issue that was causing new players to not have save files generated (If in the customization screen, it says you're level 999, please delete your save file and restart the game.) Reworked Fall detection code Reworked Ability system for bears Rebuilt Shadowpedia Fixed legion not being seen by Odin's eye If you find any other bugs please let us know on…

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24 Mar 2020

01:06:57NewsPatch 1.337c———Game update

Game update · published 24 Mar 2020, 01:06:57 UTC

Patch 1.337c

We have decided to enable all Shadows for all players (DLC and Free users) for the interim of the Covid-19 Crisis. We made this decision in the middle of rebuilding the User Interface, if you run into any bugs please report them. The hud should feel less clunky than before :) Stay Safe!

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4 Nov 2019

06:15:59NewsPatch 1.337b———Game update

Game update · published 4 Nov 2019, 06:15:59 UTC

Patch 1.337b

Hey everyone, a small patch to fix some bugs! The Fixes! · Placed in a check to fight against characters teleporting out of the world bounds. · Added an easter egg for all the people we saw streaming on the 23rd of October during our Anniversary update. · Made shadows now taunt during their intro. · Fixed a bunch of glitches/exploits that the ghastly body was causing. · Changed reaps passive to…

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23 Oct 2019

20:18:56NewsAnniversary Update V 1.337———Major update

Major update · published 23 Oct 2019, 20:18:56 UTC

Anniversary Update V 1.337

Version 1.337 Anniversary Update Hey everyone! We have a big update for you all! Full Game DLC Adjustment As a huge thank you to those that have supported us, we've added the soundtrack to the Full Game DLC! Lore Wiki You asked for it, finally some lore for this hide and seek game! XP EVENT During the next two weeks, XP is gained at 150% its normal rate and the XP cap per match has been doubled…

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21 May 2019

22:10:04NewsSmall update———Game update

Game update · published 21 May 2019, 22:10:04 UTC

Small update

Hey everyone! Just a minor update fixing some bugs! Changes · Added South Korean Flag as a cape · Fixed bears not triggering fall animation after Shadowtooth ults · Temporarily removed Divina's Intervention until the spam bug can be solved · Fixed character being stuck in the ground in the customization screen · Fixed Mimic not being able to transform out of light bear form · Fixed a spot playe…

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20 Mar 2019

04:44:23NewsPatch V1.3———Game update

Game update · published 20 Mar 2019, 04:44:23 UTC

Patch V1.3

Hey Everyone! This month's patch brings a few new cosmetics along with a bunch of bug fixes. First thing, we are going to be slowing down updates on Light Bearers quite a bit. We'll still be here for bugs, however we are going to be moving forward towards a new project. With that being said, we will no longer be doing the free shadow rotation and have instead decided to have a permanent pool of…

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26 Feb 2019

04:17:23NewsPatch V1.2———Game update

Game update · published 26 Feb 2019, 04:17:23 UTC

Patch V1.2

Hey everyone new content time! New Shadow Rotation Nox Legion Mimic The Squawk New Shadows Cthulu'ling - Cute shadow who specializes in stealth. Shadow Tooth - A shark with an un-satiated hunger! Scourrrrrge - A sexually frustrated pirate with a fascination of both shooting light bears and cannons! Changelist · 1 New Map · 3 New Shadows · 1 New Victory Deco · 2 New Victory Songs · 5 New Hats ·…

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12 Feb 2019

12:12:07NewsPatch V1.1———Game update

Game update · published 12 Feb 2019, 12:12:07 UTC

Patch V1.1

Hey everyone, a new patch! I wanted to rush this one out now since it contains some important optimizations, we have a content patch that will hit before the end of February, I also plan on putting the DLC on sale around then! Shadow Rotation Imperator Oculus Malus Writhe Krampus Changelist · Lowered required level to password protect a game to level 5 · Re-added the framerate cap, High framera…

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16 Jan 2019

23:01:20NewsPatch V1.0West———Game update

Game update · published 16 Jan 2019, 23:01:20 UTC

Patch V1.0West

Hey Everyone! New Shadow rotation. Nox Legion Terror Squawk (cute little penguin with an attitude!) This month's cosmetics have this by them Change List! · 1 New Map, Dry Rock, a fun little western town in the middle of the bearvada desert! · 7 New Hats · 1 New Secret Hat (Hint, you're going to need some friends to unlock this one.) · 4 New Bodies · 2 New Country Flags for capes · 2 New Victory…

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17 Dec 2018

04:36:29NewsPatch V1.0Xmas———Game update

Game update · published 17 Dec 2018, 04:36:29 UTC

Patch V1.0Xmas

Hey everyone, even you Jim! We have a sexy new patch today! The new shadow rotation ( I'm adding an additional shadow to the rotation so that we have a total of 4. I'm doing this so I can wait to do another rotation until we do the January patch .) Mimic (the reason I have trust issues) Nox (Classic) Oculus Malus (He's dropped his contact somewhere) Writhe (The best high fives in the north) For…

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3 Dec 2018

02:59:50NewsPatch V1.0HC———Game update

Game update · published 3 Dec 2018, 02:59:50 UTC

Patch V1.0HC

Hey everyone! We have a new update ready to be devoured by you hungry people! New Shadow Rotation Oculus Malus Big eyeball boy, he can fly too! Stalker Creepy crawly girl, she eats people. Watcher Super fast, can't move while being watched! Changes · Reworked Stalker a bit, she now always crawls and has a third ability! Climbing gets clunky sometimes, we'll be tuning it over time. · Stalker web…

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19 Nov 2018

03:31:07NewsPatch V1.0H———Game update

Game update · published 19 Nov 2018, 03:31:07 UTC

Patch V1.0H

Hey everyone, we've got another exciting patch ready to be picked apart and broken! DLC Information I'd like to first s tart off with a little insight on why we chose our pricing mod e l, because I've seen a few people get upset with it. Whe n we were d eciding on h o w we would handle the game, we knew we wanted to fi t into the same slot as games like Ultimate Chicken Horse and Golf with Frie…

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5 Nov 2018

08:14:02NewsPatch V1.0GA———Game update

Game update · published 5 Nov 2018, 08:14:02 UTC

Patch V1.0GA

Hey everyone! New Shadow rotation Stalker A creepy shadow that can leave webs everywhere! Writhe A hand with a friendly attitude, he just wants to boop you! Change List Watcher buffs · Decreased turn away cooldown to 7 seconds from 10 seconds · Decreased teleport cooldown to 20 seconds from 30 seconds · Increased strength of Turn Away ability by 40% ---------------------------------------------…

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3 Nov 2018

06:29:23NewsPatch V1.0G———Game update

Game update · published 3 Nov 2018, 06:29:23 UTC

Patch V1.0G

Hey everyone! Fresh hot fixes/additions straight from the compiler! Biggest Adjustment is the new Favored host setting Light Favored(Default mode if not changed) · Light Bears cannot be seen through walls by the shadow · Bears have player names above their heads · The falling penalty is reduced by half · When a Light Bear escapes through the Pool of Light, it will cleanse a Shadow Bear instead…

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31 Oct 2018

01:59:59NewsHotfix V1.0F———Game update

Game update · published 31 Oct 2018, 01:59:59 UTC

Hotfix V1.0F

Quick little hotfix to fix a few problems that couldn't wait until the weekly patch. First I am swapping out the Watcher from this week for Nox, newer players are having a very hard time playing the Watcher so we are going to use Nox since he's an easier shadow to learn and play against. Changes · Fixed the jump portal crystal spamming the deactivation sound · Jump portal now properly ignores s…

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29 Oct 2018

07:25:00NewsHalloween V1.0E———Game update

Game update · published 29 Oct 2018, 07:25:00 UTC

Halloween V1.0E

Spooky Time! New patch! Free Users Shadow Rotation Watcher Incredibly fast but unable to move while being watched by a bear! Oculus Malus Flying eyeball of death, has a few shadowbolts to corrupt those cute lil bastards. Changes · New spooky map! · 4 New Hats (1 of which free users can access!)! · 2 New Victory Decos! · 1 New Spraypaint! · 1 New Victory Song! · Legion's hit box reduced to half…

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27 Oct 2018

10:02:48NewsV 1.0D Patch Update———Game update

Game update · published 27 Oct 2018, 10:02:48 UTC

V 1.0D Patch Update

He thinks he's hidden! We've got some sexy fixes/adjustments for you all! Changes · Fixed a weird collision spot in Yule Town · Fixed a bug where hiding spots and interactive objects were not showing the proper keybinding · Fixed a bad spawn point in Hellscape that was preventing teleporting after save · Settings screen is fully scale-able and should work 99.99% of the time with weird resolutio…

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25 Oct 2018

10:15:28NewsV1.0C Hotfix———Game update

Game update · published 25 Oct 2018, 10:15:28 UTC

V1.0C Hotfix

Hey everyone! We wanted to get a fix in for some of the really pressing issues! First and foremost Chat Censoring This is designed to stop racist and/or homophobic slurs, normal swearing is not filtered out. If you see words slipping through please join our discord and let me know what word was used so I can add it to our list. Second major thing Shadow Selection Algorithm We completely revampe…

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23 Oct 2018

16:22:31NewsV 1.0b Hot Fix———Game update

Game update · published 23 Oct 2018, 16:22:31 UTC

V 1.0b Hot Fix

Hey everyone! After hearing some concerns about not being able to level up, I have enabled leveling for free to play players. Cosmetics are still locked but now you can progress and if you choose to buy the Full Version DLC later on, your levels will carry over to it. Also lowered falloff sound for bears falling and increased taunt cooldown time.

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