In LifeCycle: The Underneath the player takes control of a recently hatched creature that needs to eat. It begins its journey through a vibrant underground world full of marvellous creatures and natural wonders. Like many creatures in its world the player collects food which enable it to grow, develop and gain new abilities. In its underground world there factions, leaders and bosses that are fought, traded with, deceived and worshipped in order for you to gain access to more food and move on. There are 5 distinct areas to traverse: The Cavern, The Centre, The Sewers, The Landfill Site and The Dark. A grandiose boss fight against the Darkness Personified leads to an escape route and the passage to freedom.
In game footage of LifeCycle: The Underneath. Showing off basic movement, puzzle solving, and combat.