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Lights Out

Race around neon rooms, snatch power-ups, and hold back the darkness as the timer ticks down.

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Game overview

Kaboom.js arcade jam

Lights Out was created for a jam and features fast-paced movement inside a darkened arena. Collect glowing power-ups to delay the looming blackout while avoiding enemies that try to sap your energy. As levels progress, new obstacles and faster foes raise the tension.

Built with Kaboom.js, the game runs directly in the browser and showcases a stylish neon aesthetic with punchy audio cues.

Controls

Keyboard movement

  • WASD / Arrow keys: Move your character.
  • Collect power-ups: Keep the lights on and boost your score.
  • Avoid enemies and hazards: Touching them drains energy.

Why play it?

Quick arcade fix

  • Simple controls with escalating challenge.
  • Eye-catching neon visuals and energetic sound effects.
  • Open-source code for developers interested in Kaboom.js arcade mechanics.

Tips

Stay lit

  • Plan routes that chain multiple power-ups before the timer drains.
  • Use the corners to bait enemies, then slip past them.
  • Keep moving—the longer you stand still, the quicker the darkness catches up.

Our take

Why Lights Out feels punchy

Lights Out nails the “small jam game” sweet spot: a single, readable objective—keep the arena lit—driven by snappy movement and constant risk–reward decisions. The shrinking circle of light and looming blackout give every run a natural arc without needing complex level scripting.

Built with Kaboom.js, it also serves as a great showcase of how to combine fast arcade movement with simple power-up loops in the browser. If you are browsing for examples of tight, gamepad-friendly Kaboom projects or just want a quick adrenaline spike between tasks, this page delivers both.

Who is it for?

Players who like short, intense arcade runs with clear failure states will enjoy chasing better survival times here. It’s less ideal if you prefer long-form progression or story—but perfect if you want a quick “wake-up” round that tests spatial awareness and route planning.