Why the Glider is Loftia’s #1 Mobility Upgrade
The floating archipelago of Loftia spans multiple aerial altitudes—from the sunlit glass domes of Loftia City to the rugged scrap ruins of Gridfall. While walking and skyway bridges connect the main districts, reaching outlying floating islets, soaring over chasms, and scouting adventure targets requires personal flight.
Your primary flight tool is the Solarpunk Recycled Glider. Crafted from upcycled rubber, woven organic straw, and tempered glass cullets, the glider allows you to catch rising thermal updrafts and traverse vast distances with zero fuel cost.
Step 1: Cliff’s Flight Certification Quest
After completing your first introductory adventure run with Ryder, head to the central transit terrace in Loftia City and speak with Cliff, the city’s master aviator.
- Quest: "Certified Flying Loftian" (also listed in your log as "Permission to Glide")
- Objective: Pass a basic aerial safety quiz and pledge to respect skyway traffic lanes.
- Reward: Official Glider Crafting Blueprint and permission to access high-altitude launch pads.
Step 2: Material Sourcing & Project Station Crafting
To build the glider, you must gather 3 specialized components and bring them to your Project Station (Level 1, requiring 5 Energy):
3x Rubber
Obtained by scavenging discarded vehicle tires in Gridfall and processing them through a Refining Station. Yields supple, weather-resistant wing membranes.
3x Straw
Harvested from dried wheat stalks or wild switchgrass in the Hanging Gardens terraces. Processed into ultra-lightweight structural struts that flex with turbulent crosswinds.
5x Glass Cullets
Salvaged by dismantling old appliances—such as the discarded microwave ovens down in the Solar Farm and abandoned server chassis in Gridfall. Provides aerodynamic wing tips.
Step 3: Mastering Flight Controls & Thermals
Once crafted, report back to Cliff to calibrate your wing tension. The glider equips automatically to your utility bar:
| Action | Keyboard & Mouse | Controller (Xbox / Steam Deck) |
|---|---|---|
| Deploy Glider | Spacebar (in mid-air) | A Button / Cross (in mid-air) |
| Pitch & Steering | W / A / S / D + Mouse Pitch | Left Thumbstick |
| Fold Wings (Fast Drop) | Tap Spacebar again | Tap A Button / Cross |
Pro Tip: Riding Thermal Updrafts & Finding Secrets
Look out for shimmering columns of swirling air rising from solar collectors and hot-air vents across the skyways. Flying into a thermal updraft gives your glider a vertical boost, lifting you up to 30 meters higher into the sky!
Use this altitude boost to access hidden rooftop greenhouses in Loftia City, reach isolated research islets, and spot distant purple trees during Ryder’s adventures without expending sprint stamina.
Information in this guide has been cross-referenced with official developer announcements from Qloud Games, the official Loftia website (loftia.gg), and public gameplay balance from beta milestones. If you spot discrepancies or want to suggest new community strategies, please consult our Editorial Policy.