Collectibles Checklist

Locate every collectible in Gris with this checklist, guiding you to shimmering lights, forgotten memories, and vital upgrades across its landscapes.

Welcome, intrepid traveler, to the definitive guide for uncovering every hidden gem and elusive collectible scattered across Gris's breathtaking, yet often melancholic, landscapes. be your unwavering companion, ensuring no shimmering light, no forgotten memory, and no vital upgrade eludes your grasp. Follow these detailed steps, and you'll not only complete your collection but also deepen your understanding of Gris's poignant narrative.

Our checklist is organized by the primary areas you'll traverse, ensuring you can track your progress seamlessly as you journey through Gris's evolving world. Remember, many collectibles are tied to specific abilities you acquire, so if you encounter an unreachable item, make a mental note and return once you've gained new movement options.

Chapter 1: The Shattered World

This initial chapter introduces you to Gris's core mechanics and the first few collectible types. Focus on understanding your environment and the subtle cues that hint at hidden paths.

• Shimmering Light 1 (Memory Shard):
  • Location: After Gris falls and the world shatters, you'll find yourself in a desolate, grey landscape. Proceed forward until you reach a small, crumbling platform.
  • Strategy: This first shard is almost impossible to miss. It floats gently above the path. Simply walk into it to collect. It serves as a tutorial for collecting.
• Shimmering Light 2 (Memory Shard):
  • Location: Continue through the grey ruins. You'll come to a section with several broken pillars. One pillar will be slightly taller than the others.
  • Strategy: Use your basic jump to reach the top of the taller pillar. The shard will be waiting there.
• Hidden Path 1 (Star):
  • Location: After acquiring your first ability (the ability to gain weight and smash through weak floors), return to the area with the large, cracked floor near the beginning of the chapter.
  • Strategy: Use your new ability to smash through the cracked floor. This will reveal a hidden chamber containing your first Star. Stars are crucial for unlocking new paths and abilities.

Chapter 2: The Verdant Forest

As color returns to the world, new challenges and more intricate puzzles emerge. Pay close attention to the environment's interaction with your abilities.

• Shimmering Light 3 (Memory Shard):
  • Location: Upon entering the forest, you'll encounter a series of platforms leading upwards. One platform will have a small, glowing flower.
  • Strategy: Jump onto the platform with the flower. The shard is directly above it.
• Hidden Path 2 (Star):
  • Location: Deep within the forest, you'll come across a section with strong winds pushing you back. There's a large, hollow tree trunk.
  • Strategy: You'll need the Glide ability for this. Once acquired, use the wind currents to glide into the hollow tree trunk. The Star is nestled inside.
• Shimmering Light 4 (Memory Shard):
  • Location: After acquiring the ability to sing and activate dormant elements, you'll find a series of musical flowers. One flower is positioned high on a cliff face.
  • Strategy: Use your singing ability to activate the musical flowers in sequence, creating temporary platforms that allow you to reach the high cliff and the shard.

Chapter 3: The Sunken Caves

This chapter introduces underwater mechanics and requires precise timing and environmental awareness. The collectibles here are often cleverly concealed.

• Hidden Path 3 (Star):
  • Location: In the first large underwater section, look for a cluster of glowing jellyfish. One jellyfish will be slightly separated from the others, near a dark crevice.
  • Strategy: Swim towards the separated jellyfish. The crevice is a hidden passage. Swim through it to find the Star. This often requires the Dive ability to navigate against currents.
• Shimmering Light 5 (Memory Shard):
  • Location: After activating the ancient mechanism that raises the water level, return to the area where you first entered the caves. A previously submerged platform is now accessible.
  • Strategy: Jump onto the newly accessible platform. The shard will be clearly visible.
• Hidden Path 4 (Star):
  • Location: Towards the end of the sunken caves, you'll encounter a section with several rotating gears. One gear has a small, unlit lantern on its underside.
  • Strategy: You'll need the Light ability. Use your light to activate the lantern. This will cause a hidden platform to extend, leading you to the Star.

Chapter 4: The Tower of Winds

This vertical ascent tests all your accumulated abilities, demanding mastery of movement and environmental interaction. Expect intricate platforming challenges.

• Shimmering Light 6 (Memory Shard):
  • Location: Early in the tower, you'll encounter a series of wind tunnels. One tunnel has a small alcove on its side, just out of reach of a normal jump.
  • Strategy: Use your Glide ability in conjunction with the wind currents to reach the alcove. The shard is within.
• Hidden Path 5 (Star):
  • Location: High up the tower, you'll find a section with several large, stone birds. One bird is perched on a seemingly inaccessible ledge.
  • Strategy: You'll need the Double Jump ability. Use the updrafts created by the other birds to gain height, then double jump towards the ledge. The Star is on the ledge.
• Shimmering Light 7 (Memory Shard):
  • Location: Near the summit of the tower, there's a section with crumbling platforms that disappear quickly. One platform has a small, glowing butterfly.
  • Strategy: Navigate the crumbling platforms with speed and precision. The shard is directly above the butterfly. Timing is key here.

Chapter 5: The Celestial Archive

The final chapter brings together all your abilities in a series of reflective and often emotionally charged puzzles. The collectibles here are often tied to completing specific environmental interactions.

• Hidden Path 6 (Star):
  • Location: In the main chamber of the archive, where the large constellations are projected, look for a small, unlit pedestal near the edge of the central platform.
  • Strategy: Use your Light ability to illuminate the pedestal. This will activate a hidden constellation, revealing a path to the Star.
• Shimmering Light 8 (Memory Shard):
  • Location: After restoring the final color to Gris, return to the very first area of the game, the shattered grey landscape. A new path will have opened up.
  • Strategy: Follow the newly opened path. This shard is a symbolic reward for completing your journey and revisiting your origins.
• Hidden Path 7 (Star):
  • Location: This final Star is often considered the most elusive. After completing the main narrative, revisit the area where you first encountered the singing creature. There will be a small, previously unnoticed crack in the wall.
  • Strategy: Use your Weight ability to smash through the crack. This reveals a secret chamber containing the final Star, often accompanied by a unique visual or auditory cue. This Star is a testament to thorough exploration.

Collecting all Shimmering Lights (Memory Shards) and Stars not only grants you a deeper appreciation for Gris's artistry but also unlocks subtle narrative elements and a sense of profound completion. Happy hunting, and may your journey be filled with discovery!