The laws of physics are the ultimate ruleset. Gravity and momentum have been used for centuries to help create the rules of a game, from sports to dice to racing. One of the more exciting features of video games is that we can now change these fundamental rules of physics. Momentum doesn't have to exert any force at all, or gravity no longer has to point down.

Babies Dream of Dead Worlds is a platformer where gravity pulls you towards the vertical center of the level. If you're towards the top of the level, you get pulled down. If you're towards the bottom of the level, you get pulled up. You can still jump and move about in the air using the arrow keys, just like a normal platformer. However, you can also use the reconfiguration of gravity to your advantage by pushing up when above the center and pushing down when below, slingshotting your way to increased momentum.

The altered physics here provide ample opportunities for strange but satisfying level design. Throw in several teleporting vortexes and oddly shaped platforms, and it just becomes fun to jump around the level. Of course, there is a goal to each level. There are 3 goals, in fact: One set of levels has you collecting coins, one has you racing for time towards the goal, and one has you exploring the level and talking to people. Each set of levels follows a different character.

The art style is just as odd as the physics. Each character is represented by what looks like a flying dong with wings. It's really hard to tell, because all the art looks like it was done in MS Paint. It manages to work though, creating a weird, vaguely-detailed world that is full off-kilter-looking things. The music is just as odd: It's several short, sparse tracks on a constant loop throughout the level. The entire game gives an eerie vibe of quiet unease.

The story is very interesting, and it's worth your while to finish the short game; however, discussing anything about it will likely ruin it, as it's a story designed to reveal itself over the course of the game. I'd highly recommend finishing the game, as it only takes about 15-20 minutes.

Why You Should Check This Out: Babies Dream of Dead Worlds is a platformer with unique physics where instead of just jumping you're mostly riding gravity to where you want to go. A unique but vaguely disturbing art style is paired with some quiet, haunting music to give a constant sense of tension as the story unfolds throughout the game. It's a game that reveals itself as you play through its short 15-20 minute length.