Full game metadata
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Steam app type | game |
| Steam App ID | 4115030 |
| Live current players | 0 |
| SteamPulse tracked peak | 0 |
| Live count (today's peak floor) | 0 |
| Price | Free to play |
| Free to play | Yes |
| Discount | 0% |
| Original price USD | — |
| Current price USD | Free |
| Release date | Coming soon |
| Developer | Rob Crawford |
| Publisher | Spawn Sound |
| Owners estimated | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate minimum | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate maximum | Not available |
| Review type | No user reviews |
| Positive review percent | Not available |
| Positive reviews | 0 |
| Negative reviews | 0 |
| Total reviews | 0 |
| Steam recommendations | Not available |
| Achievements | Not available |
| Average playtime forever | Not available |
| Windows support | Yes |
| macOS support | No |
| Linux support | No |
| Parent game | Not available |
| Store URL | https://store.steampowered.com/app/4115030/ |
Short description
The Dao is a 2D physics based, balancing and platforming game Inspired by Chinese puppetry and Daoist philosophy, where you take the role of a young Daoist disciple, sailing a sacred boat seeking The Four Great Divine Beasts to restore balance to the world.
About this game
The Dao is a 2D physics-based balancing and platforming game inspired by Chinese shadow puppetry and Daoist philosophy. You play as a young Daoist disciple who’s tasked to sail a sacred boat across spiritual waters seeking The Four Great Devine Beasts, the guardians of the world, in hopes to restore their shrines and the world's balance. The Art of Balance Tilt and guide your sacred boat to purify chaotic Yin energy and protect fragile Yang light. Maintain the central Balance Meter to earn the blessings of each of the Divine Beasts and progress on your path. Restore the Four Shrines Travel to the four corners of the world to find the legendary guardians: the Azure Dragon, the Vermilion Bird, the White Tiger, and the Black Tortoise. Earn their blessings by proving your mastery over balance and restore their shattered shrines to heal the land. The Shadow Dynasty Explore a stunning world rooted in Chinese philosophy and mythology. Every scene is hand-crafted to mimic the ancient art of Chinese shadow puppetry, creating a living and breathing work of art. A Legend of Enlightenment Journey with the young disciple, uncovering a rich story of their past and the profound lore of a fallen dynasty. Through enlightenment, discover their destiny and the true meaning of restoring balance to the world.
Supported languages
English