Overview

Stellar Swing is a physics-based game about the art of swinging. You pilot a small mining drone equipped with a grappling laser, and the entire experience hinges on timing: when you grab onto a surface, when you let go, and how much momentum you've built up in the process.

The game's premise is simple but charming—humanity's last starship, the Stellar Flame, is running low on picolinium, a glowing green element that (according to the lore) smells faintly of pickles. Your mission is to swing through five solar systems and collect enough of this resource to keep the ship jumping between stars.

Highlights

  • 45 levels across five solar systems: Each system offers a distinct set of challenges, and the levels are designed to be open-ended, with multiple routes and hidden shortcuts for the brave.
  • Simple mouse controls: Click to grapple, release to fling yourself off. The entire game is playable with just a mouse, making it accessible yet deceptively deep.
  • Physics-driven gameplay: The core loop is all about momentum and timing, rewarding players who learn to read the environment and chain swings effectively.

Who It's For

Stellar Swing is perfect for fans of physics puzzlers and minimalist action games. If you enjoy games that reward experimentation and precision—like classic grappling or swinging titles—this one will likely click.

The mouse-only control scheme also makes it a great pick for a quick session or a relaxed evening. Since it's free to play, there's little risk in giving it a try.

Game Info

  • Developer/Publisher: Pillowdrift Games
  • Release Date: October 28, 2026
  • Genre: Indie, Casual, Action, Puzzle, Space, Physics
  • Modes: Single-player, with Remote Play Together support
  • Features: Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud
  • Language: English
  • Price: Free to Play (check the latest Steam listing for any changes)