Gumstein: The Awakening - Stretch, Smash, and Stick Your Way to Ruby

9/4/2026, 11:35:08 AM

Release date: 1/30/2019

Tags: #action #indie #puzzle-platformer

User Reviews

Score: 79%Mostly Positive
Review Count: 14 reviews
Fetched At: 9/4/2026, 11:35:08 AM

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Free to Play (JPY)

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Free to Play (USD)

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Japan Price: Free to Play
Global Price: Free to Play
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 9/4/2026, 11:30:48 AM

Key highlight

Gumstein: The Awakening is a free-to-play 2D puzzle platformer where players unlock unique abilities like splitting and stretching to solve puzzles and navigate levels in search of Ruby. It emphasizes dexterity and creat

Who this is for

Highly recommended for players who enjoy puzzle-solving with unique abilities and action that demands precise control. It's also great that it's free-to-play, making it easy to try out.

Details

Overview

Gumstein: The Awakening is a 2D puzzle platformer developed and published by PAIN Games. This free-to-play title challenges players to navigate intricate levels, solve environmental puzzles, and overcome various hazards. The core gameplay revolves around unlocking and utilizing a unique set of abilities that Gumstein gains throughout the adventure, all in a quest to find a character named Ruby.

Highlights

Unique Abilities: Players will discover and master abilities such as splitting into two, stretching, smashing through floors, and sticking to walls, adding layers of complexity to puzzle-solving and traversal.
Dexterity and Puzzles: The game emphasizes both skillful execution and clever problem-solving, requiring players to think creatively about how to use Gumstein's powers to overcome obstacles.
Free-to-Play Action: Gumstein: The Awakening is available for free on Steam, offering a full puzzle platforming experience with Steam Achievements and Cloud support.

Who It's For

This game is ideal for players who enjoy 2D platformers with a strong emphasis on puzzle mechanics. Those who appreciate games that require both quick reflexes and strategic thinking will find Gumstein: The Awakening particularly engaging. The ability to test ambidexterity with the split mechanic also offers a unique challenge.

Game Info

Developed and published by PAIN Games, Gumstein: The Awakening was released on January 30, 2019. It falls under the Action, Indie, and Puzzle Platformer genres. The game supports multiplayer and features Steam Achievements and Steam Cloud saves. It is free to play and has received a 'Mostly Positive' reception from Steam users.