Ashi: Lake of Light
- July 26, 2018
- Nick Cellini
- 3h median play time
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Get on Apple Store"Ashi: Lake of Light" is a relaxing, atmospheric puzzle-platformer set in a beautifully stylized world. Using your magical painted brush, you'll solve challenges and bring color back to the monochrome environment. With its soothing soundtrack and inventive gameplay, it's a journey that gently tests your wits and immerses you in a serene, artistic experience.
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Reviews
- The game features a relaxing atmosphere with beautiful graphics and a soothing soundtrack, making it ideal for winding down.
- Puzzles are well-designed with a gradual difficulty curve, introducing new mechanics that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.
- It's a satisfying experience with moments of challenge that provide a rewarding sense of accomplishment when solved.
- Some players experienced minor bugs, such as incorrect completion counts and a non-functional reset button.
- While the game is generally easy to moderate in difficulty, some seasoned puzzlers may find it lacks challenge towards the end.
- The perspective can sometimes be unclear, leading to confusion during puzzle-solving, although this is a minor issue.
- music16 mentions
- 69 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and aesthetic. While some players find it beautifully composed and integral to the zen experience, others note that it can be repetitive or distracting during gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack and sound effects contribute significantly to the game's charm and immersive quality.
“The atmosphere is soothing with a great soundtrack.”
“Beautiful graphics, beautiful music, and really nice puzzles with the difficulty level progressing smoothly.”
“The aesthetic and music is excellent, elevating the game to being more than the sum of its parts.”
“The serene music really completes the zen feel but does get a bit overwhelming.”
“Music: a bit repetitive but very, very relaxing.”
“Yes, it's fun and non-stressful (no timers, points, stars, enemies, or deaths), and the music, sounds, and atmosphere are definitely relaxing, but I would say the gameplay is difficult enough to make you use your brain.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a gradual introduction of new mechanics, creating a steady difficulty curve that culminates in complex and mentally engaging puzzles. Players appreciate the balance of challenge and accessibility, as the mechanics are easy to learn but require thoughtful problem-solving, allowing for a satisfying sense of achievement. The game's beautiful art style and relaxing atmosphere further enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable and non-stressful despite its intellectual demands.
“The way new mechanics are gradually introduced makes for a nice difficulty ramp, culminating in quite complex puzzles that can be mentally taxing.”
“The mechanics are easy to learn but the difficulty ramps up quickly, so you can feel clever for figuring things out.”
“The basic mechanics are interesting and original; they require a bit of trial and error to get used to, but the level sequence is structured to gradually test the new elements that get introduced.”
“A third gripe is that some of the mechanics seemed to be left behind by the end; I would have liked to see them all featured at the end to create even more complexity with everything that you learned.”
“The mechanics are easy to learn, but the difficulty ramps up quickly, so you can feel clever for figuring things out.”
“Yes, it's fun and non-stressful (no timers, points, stars, enemies, or deaths), and the music, sounds, and atmosphere are definitely relaxing, but I would say the gameplay is difficult enough to make you use your brain.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their beauty and soothing aesthetic, featuring a charming oriental theme that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the simple yet gorgeous art style, which, combined with the excellent music, creates a relaxing ambiance that complements the progressively challenging puzzles. Overall, the visuals and sound design elevate the game, making it a delightful escape for players.
“Beautiful graphics, beautiful music and really nice puzzles with the difficulty level progressing smoothly.”
“The art style is beautiful, the gameplay is beautiful.”
“Original puzzle game with beautiful artwork, music and ambience!”
“The graphics are lackluster and feel outdated, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
“The character models are poorly designed and lack detail, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The environments are bland and uninspired, failing to capture the beauty of the game's theme.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is consistently described as relaxing and soothing, enhanced by a great soundtrack, making it an ideal choice for players seeking a zen experience. While the puzzles are challenging and require significant mental effort, the absence of stress-inducing elements like timers or enemies contributes to a calming overall vibe.
“The atmosphere is soothing with a great soundtrack.”
“If you love challenging puzzles and a zen atmosphere, definitely buy this game.”
“If you're looking for a puzzle game with a relaxing atmosphere, this is definitely a good choice.”
“The game atmosphere is relaxing, but the puzzles are brain-melting.”
“Yes, it's fun and non-stressful (no timers, points, stars, enemies, or deaths), and the music, sounds, and atmosphere are definitely relaxing, but I would say the gameplay is difficult enough to make you use your brain.”
