There are several different types of movement you can make in Slashy Souls. From the beginning of each respawn you will begin to move forward in the world, to the left to right on your device. You will move automatically, but it is up to you to jump and roll by swiping on your device. No matter what, you are forced to move forward on their screen in order to not be killed by the encroaching darkness that is constantly following and preventing you from turning back.