After Light Fades

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After Light Fades is a single player action game. It was developed by Orchid of Redemption and was released on June 19, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Solve, evolve, and let go. After Light Fades is a magical sokoban-style puzzle journey about grief, memory, and transformation. You play as Alice, who, after the loss of her partner Aura, discovers seven artefacts tied to powerful memories. To heal, she must revisit the places they once shared and cast each artefact into an abyss, where each world reflects a stage of Alice’s emotional journey. A…

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story2 positive mentions

The game features good puzzles that provide a satisfying challenge and a sense of accomplishment when solved.
Stunning graphics and a beautiful atmosphere enhance the gameplay experience, making it immersive and enjoyable.
The unique mechanics of pulling items instead of pushing them offer a refreshing twist on traditional Sokoban gameplay.

The game has a steep learning curve and is not very friendly to newcomers, making it difficult for casual players to get into.
Presentation issues can sometimes obscure the playable areas, leading to confusion during gameplay.
There is a lack of hint systems or gradual introduction to mechanics, which can frustrate players who are not experienced with the genre.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The gameplay is described as initially awkward and unintuitive for seasoned sokoban players, but it offers a rewarding challenge with unique mechanics and item interactions that can captivate puzzle enthusiasts. While the story is decent and may improve as players progress, the level system could benefit from a smoother introduction to the game's mechanics.
- “With that said, it's also the type of puzzle game that addicts of the genre would want: a twist on mechanics with the interaction of items, the challenge of a difficult puzzle, and the gratification of when you succeed.”
- “It's story is alright, but may be better as time goes along with mechanics seemingly connected to it (ritual spells type ideas).”
- “Level system could do better easing into mechanics.”
- “For someone who plays a lot of sokoban games, the gameplay will feel very awkward and unintuitive.”
- “The level system could do better at easing players into the mechanics.”
- “It's story is alright, but may improve over time as the mechanics seem to be connected to it (ritual spells type ideas).”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The story is generally considered satisfactory, with potential for improvement as players progress, particularly through its connection to game mechanics like ritual spells. The incorporation of branching narratives and optional elements adds an intriguing layer that motivates players to continue exploring the story.
- “The concepts of spells and branching story optional elements are interesting at their core, and they make me want to finish the game when I have the chance.”
- “The story is alright, but it may improve as time goes on, especially with mechanics that seem to be connected to it, like ritual spells.”
- “The story is alright, but it may improve as time goes on, especially with mechanics that seem connected to it, like ritual spells.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highlighted by stunning graphics and beautiful design, which enhance the overall experience and complement the engaging puzzle-solving elements.
- “Stunning graphics, great puzzle design, beautiful atmosphere, fun problem-solving - thank you very much!”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
- “From the haunting sound design to the breathtaking visuals, the atmosphere pulls you into a world unlike any other.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are praised for their stunning quality, contributing to a beautiful atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Users appreciate the visual design, which complements the engaging puzzle mechanics and problem-solving elements of the game.
- “Stunning graphics, great puzzle design, beautiful atmosphere, fun problem-solving - thank you very much!”
- “The visuals are breathtaking, creating an immersive experience that draws you into the game world.”
- “Every detail in the graphics is meticulously crafted, making the environment feel alive and vibrant.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is described as beautiful and soothing, contributing to a calming atmosphere that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- “It's also beautiful with soothing music.”
- “The music adds a real sense of calm while playing.”