Idols of Ash - Complete Survival Guide
About the Game
Idols of Ash is a first-person horror climbing game by Leafy Games. You descend into a dark megastructure with nothing but a grappling hook, while a massive centipede hunts you through the darkness.
- Developer: Leafy Games
- Engine: Godot 4
- Genre: Horror, Climbing, First-Person
- Platforms: Windows, Linux, Web
Essential Tips
Movement
- Never stop moving. The centipede closes in when you hesitate.
- Jump constantly while moving forward to maintain momentum.
- Sprint (Shift) only in open areas where you can see the path ahead.
Grappling Hook Mastery
- Aim slightly above anchor points for better swing arcs.
- Release at the peak of your swing for maximum distance.
- You can re-grapple mid-air — chain swings for long gaps.
Surviving the Centipede
- It tracks you primarily by proximity, not sound.
- Learn its patrol patterns in each section.
- Panic kills more players than the monster. Stay calm.
Checkpoint Strategy
- Health pickups are extremely rare.
- Memorize safe ledges between checkpoints.
- Some paths look dangerous but are actually shortcuts.
Controls
| Action | Keyboard | Gamepad |
|---|---|---|
| Move | WASD | Left Stick |
| Jump | Space | A/Cross |
| Grapple | Left Click | RT |
| Release | Right Click | LT |
| Sprint | Shift | LB |
Resources
This guide is maintained by the Idols of Ash community.