Key takeaways
Well Dweller at a glance
- On Steam for $19.99.
- Developed by Kyle Thompson.
- 4K Steam user reviews so far.
- Reached #16 on Steam Popular Coming Soon.
- 20 YouTube videos with 827K combined views.
What is Well Dweller?
Well Dweller is a dark fairy-tale metroidvania, full of charming characters living in a wretched kingdom, made by Kyle Thompson. It is out now on Steam (released Sep 22, 2026).
Deep within the forest, at the bottom of a well, lives the only creature brave enough to kill the queen... Play as Glimmer - a tiny bird armed with a matchstick- who must burn the wicked queen to save his family. Explore a dark fairy-tale landscape and befriend the charming characters who reside in the kingdom’s underbelly.
Well Dweller is made by Kyle Thompson. It is out now on Steam (released Sep 22, 2026). It is listed on Steam for Windows at $19.99. It has collected 4K Steam user reviews so far. Modes on record: single-player.
Added to gee.wiki on Sep 15, 2026. It reached #16 on the Steam Popular Coming Soon chart. Creators have already posted 20 YouTube videos about it, drawing 827K combined views. The developer's latest post, “A second patch has been released with some bug fixes and small changes”, went up on Oct 2, 2026.
Well Dweller screenshots & media
3 official screenshots. Select an image to enlarge it.
Gameplay mechanics & features
Core loop
Explore a dark fairy-tale landscape and befriend → battle terrifying beasts and gain new → solve puzzles → run from the queens grasp. That cycle, taken from the developer's own description, is what a typical session of Well Dweller looks like.
Modes
Single-player.
Progression
Progression is character growth through levels, gear and skills. Long-term goals include Steam achievements.
Controls & platforms
Runs on Windows. Full controller support. Cloud saves. Save anytime. Adjustable difficulty.
Standout features
Battle terrifying beasts and gain new abilities to expand your map. Collect trinkets to upgrade your abilities, and mix-and-match them to customize your game play.
Store & community tags: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Puzzle
Latest news, release & update tracker
- Release status
- Out now
- Release date
- Sep 22, 2026
- Access
- Full release
- Latest update
- A second patch has been released with some bug fixes and small changes · Oct 2, 2026
- Chart ranking
- #16 Steam Popular Coming Soon
- Added
- Sep 15, 2026
- Patch notesA second patch has been released with some bug fixes and small changes
I've been hard at work on a new patch with some more bug fixes and small changes! Patch notes are below: BUG FIXES: -Some players did not receive their trinkets as a reward for returning lost spirits.
- Patch notesTHANK YOU for the amazing launch! The first update is here!
Thank you all so much for such an amazing launch day! I am extremely grateful for all the support, and I am really happy seeing all the feedback coming in from the game.
- Developer newsWell Dweller is OUT NOW!
Well Dweller is out NOW! I'm so proud of this game and I am so excited for it to finally be released! Thanks so much for all the support during development, and I hope you enjoy the game! A new launch trailer is below:
- ReleasedReleased on Steam
- AddedWell Dweller added to gee.wiki
Coverage opened with official store links, gameplay breakdown and beginner tips.
- Developer newsWell Dweller is releasing on SEPTEMBER 22nd!
I'm so excited to announce that Well Dweller will be released on September 22nd! I'm really proud of this game and I can't wait for you all to play it. Thanks so much for all the support during development and I will see you in a month for the full release!
Timeline entries marked Patch notes / Developer news are the developer's own posts on Steam; dates are UTC.
Where to play
Well Dweller is on Steam for Windows at $19.99. The Steam page is the official place to buy, update and read patch notes.
Community & official links
Official channels
Creator videos
How to play: beginner tips
- Commit to one build until it is online — spreading points thin slows the early game.
- If stuck, step away — fresh eyes solve more puzzles than brute force.
- Read the latest patch notes — new games change quickly in their first weeks.
- Play a short session first to learn the controls before diving into longer runs.
Genres, platforms & tags
- Platform
- Steam
- Status & momentum
- Out now
- Play modes
- Single-player
- Store tags
- ActionAdventureIndieRPGPuzzle
7-day popularity & player activity
Well Dweller was recently added — we will chart its 7-day activity trend as more data comes in. Added to gee.wiki on Sep 15, 2026. Creators have posted 20 YouTube videos about it (827K views).
No 7-day popularity curve on record yet — it will appear here as soon as activity is measurable.
Popular player topics
Well Dweller FAQ
What is Well Dweller?
Well Dweller is a dark fairy-tale metroidvania, full of charming characters living in a wretched kingdom, made by Kyle Thompson. It is out now on Steam (released Sep 22, 2026). It is tagged Action, Adventure and Indie.
How much does Well Dweller cost?
Well Dweller costs $19.99 on Steam at our last check. Steam prices vary by region and change during sales, so the store page is the authority on today's price.
When did Well Dweller come out?
Well Dweller launched on Sep 22, 2026 for Steam. The most recent developer post, “A second patch has been released with some bug fixes and small changes”, went up on Oct 2, 2026.
Is Well Dweller multiplayer?
No multiplayer mode is on record — Well Dweller is listed as a single-player game.
Who made Well Dweller?
Well Dweller is developed by Kyle Thompson.
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