Ascend a dark tower using limited light pulses and earned perks. Master precision climbing in two distinct modes: an endless climb with upgrades or timed Speed Runs on fixed courses. Strategically use your resources to overcome hazards and reach new depths.
1.9
August 16, 2026
This update just has a few little tweaks on the multiplayer side. mainly on the matchmaking. some little tower tweaks and adjustments. And a little performance.
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New tower every week, same perks for every player.
Aug 4, 2026 — Sep 4, 2026
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5 Seconds Of Light is a precision climbing game where players must ascend a dark tower using limited light pulses and earned perks. The game features two modes: an endless climb and timed Speed Runs.
Yes, 5 Seconds Of Light contains advertisements. Players have the option to remove these ads through an in-app purchase.
5 Seconds Of Light is available on iPhone and iPad devices.
In the 'Levels' mode, you climb as deep as you can, earning coins to buy checkpoints and permanently upgrade your torch. This mode focuses on progression and long-term improvement.
The 'Speed Run' mode offers five fixed towers with identical layouts for all players. It's a pure execution challenge against the clock, featuring Game Center leaderboards for each course.
There are 15 different perks available in 5 Seconds Of Light. These are earned as you climb and can be drafted from glowing gates mid-tower to aid your ascent.
5 Seconds Of Light has an age rating of 4+, making it generally suitable for younger players. However, the precision and strategic elements may appeal more to older children and adults.
The latest version of 5 Seconds Of Light is 1.7, which was released on August 9, 2026. The app was initially released on July 28, 2026, indicating relatively frequent updates shortly after launch.
