Action · Adventure · made with Cursor
Shade Chasers
Sprint through shadows to reach a shelter before the rising sun burns you.
About Shade Chasers
The sun is slowly rising in Shade Chasers, and its rays are deadly. You have to reach a shelter by moving only through shadows, and as the light climbs, the safe path shifts.
Light and shadow are the core mechanic. Dynamic light sources cast the shadows you run through, so the light is both the danger and the map, and you read the shadows to plan a route. A run is a race against the clock that mixes running, quick decisions, and a bit of strategy.
The creator started learning Three.js only days before Vibe Jam 2026 was announced and kept learning by building this game with Cursor. It ranked 575th of 945 entries. An interest in lighting, post-processing, and shaders shaped the concept.
How it was made
Most of the code was written by AI. Source: Vibe Jam 2026 submission form.
Evidence: the creator's own account.
Questions about Shade Chasers
Is Shade Chasers free to play?
Yes. Shade Chasers runs in your web browser at no cost, with no download or account needed.
Which AI was used to make Shade Chasers?
Shade Chasers was made with Cursor. Most of the code was written by AI, according to the Vibe Jam 2026 submission form.
Can I play Shade Chasers on my phone?
Shade Chasers is built for desktop browsers. It may not work well on a phone.
Who made Shade Chasers?
Shade Chasers was made by niklaskking. See their profile on GamesByAI for their other games.
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