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Short Life

Step into a world of extreme danger in **Short Life**, a challenging ragdoll physics game available to play free on GameHive! Prepare to guide your character through a series of deadly levels filled with ingenious and brutal traps. Your mission is simple, yet incredibly difficult: reach the exit without meeting a gruesome end.

Navigate Deadly Obstacles

In Short Life, every step can be your last. Levels are packed with hazards designed to mutilate and kill your character in increasingly horrific ways. You'll face:

  • Sharp Spikes and Saw Blades
  • Exploding Mines and TNT
  • Swinging Pendulums and Falling Objects
  • Turrets and Laser Beams
  • And many other creative death contraptions!

The game features realistic (and often gory) ragdoll physics, making every interaction with a trap result in a uniquely painful outcome. You'll need precise timing and observation to survive.

How to Play Short Life

Control your character with simple keyboard inputs:

  • Use the **Left and Right Arrow keys** or **A and D** to walk.
  • Press the **Up Arrow key** or **W** to jump or stand up from crouching.
  • Press the **Down Arrow key** or **S** to crouch or crawl, which can help you avoid some lower traps.
  • Your goal is to reach the glowing star at the end of each level.

Be warned: even a slight brush with a trap can have drastic consequences!

Tips for Surviving (If You Can)

Short Life is designed to be difficult, but here are a few tips:

  • **Observe First:** Before moving recklessly, take a moment to look at the level and identify all potential traps.
  • **Slow and Steady:** Rushing often leads to disaster. Move carefully and deliberately.
  • **Learn from Mistakes:** Death is part of the game. Watch *how* you died to understand what to avoid next time.
  • **Use Crouch:** Crawling can sometimes allow you to pass under dangers that standing or jumping wouldn't.
  • **Timing:** Many traps require precise timing to pass safely. Be patient.

A Darkly Humorous Challenge

Despite its brutal nature, Short Life has a dark sense of humor derived from its exaggerated physics and over-the-top reactions to traps. It's a game of trial and error that tests your patience and reflexes.

Play Short Life Free on GameHive!

Are you ready for the ultimate test of survival? Play **Short Life** for free now on GameHive and see how long you can keep your character in one piece!

Playing Guide

Use the **Arrow keys** or **WASD** to move. Left/Right (A/D) to walk, Up (W) to jump/stand, Down (S) to crouch/crawl. Avoid all the traps and reach the exit!
Action Platformer Physics Ragdoll Survival Challenging Traps Browser Game