Well Dweller FAQ
All Questions
What is Well Dweller?
A dark fairy-tale metroidvania by solo developer Kyle Thompson (Crypt Custodian, Islets), published by Top Hat Studios. You play Glimmer, a tiny bird with a matchstick, who sets out to burn the wicked Queen and rescue his family. It released on September 22, 2026.
Is it Well Dweller or Welldweller?
Well Dweller, two words. Searches like welldweller or well dwller mean the same game.
Is this the Well Dweller from Vampire Survivors or Fallout Shelter?
No. Vampire Survivors has an enemy called Well Dweller and Fallout Shelter's residents are 'dwellers'; this site covers only Kyle Thompson's 2026 metroidvania.
What platforms is Well Dweller on?
PC (Steam and GOG), Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, PS5 and Xbox One and Series X|S, and it is included with Game Pass. There is no mobile, PS4 or Mac version.
How much does Well Dweller cost?
$19.99 on every store, with a 15% launch discount ($16.99). It is free with Game Pass, and the demo is free on Steam.
Is there a physical copy?
No. It is digital only; the developer said there were no plans for a physical release yet.
How long is Well Dweller?
About 10-14 hours by the developer's estimate. 100% runs have taken 10-11 hours.
Is Well Dweller multiplayer?
No, it is single-player only.
Is Well Dweller hard?
Moderately. It has Easy, Normal and Hard presets that change boss attack patterns but not damage, plus assist options. Players place it well below Silksong.
Does Well Dweller have a Discord?
Yes. Kyle Thompson's official Discord (discord.com/invite/gamesbykylethompson) covers all his games and was linked in the demo announcement. The game's subreddit is r/WellDweller.
Is Well Dweller on Steam Deck?
Yes, and Valve rates it Steam Deck Verified.
Are any collectibles or achievements missable?
No. Everything can be collected before or after the final boss; there is no point of no return.
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