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Aspiring Light

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67%Game Brain Score
story, music
graphics, character development
95% User Score Based on 21 reviews

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Aspiring Light is a single player action game. It was developed by DeveloperJy and was released on August 4, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

The world is a messed up place. But it's all a blip on the radar to Aiden, who's got his own problems to worry about. Things like, what the answer to that last math problem was. Trying to keep his friendships afloat before it's too late. And just wondering what the future has in hold for him...

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews
story8 positive mentions
character development1 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful artwork and a charming visual style that enhances the overall experience.
  • The story is relatable and engaging, capturing the struggles of teenage life and friendships, with well-developed characters.
  • The gameplay offers a nice balance of exploration, combat, and puzzle-solving, making it enjoyable and immersive.
  • The plot leaves many unanswered questions and feels incomplete, particularly regarding certain character arcs.
  • Some character designs and sprite quality vary significantly, which can break immersion.
  • The choices presented in the game often lack meaningful impact on the story, leading to a feeling of a linear experience.
  • story
    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its relatable themes and dynamic perspective shifts, particularly in the narrative surrounding Aiden and Kaira. However, many critiques highlight a rushed and disjointed plot, particularly regarding Damien's character, whose role feels unnecessary and poorly explained. Overall, while the game captures the essence of high school life, it suffers from plot holes and a lack of depth in character development.

    • “Aiden and Kaira's story was lovely; it felt very realistic and relatable, and I enjoyed reading their journey. I'm glad they found happiness in the end.”
    • “I personally really enjoyed the change of pace with the perspective swaps alongside the story, especially how dynamic it was, making everything more interesting to read.”
    • “What a beautiful story!!”
    • “I played for 30 minutes, hoping to see some plot happen, but it really is focused on the protagonist worrying about math tests.”
    • “The plot felt forced and rushed, and its message was hollow -- and not a good message either.”
    • “Damien's character could have been completely removed from the story and it wouldn't have affected the plot at all.”
  • music
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its fitting and pleasant nature that enhances the overall atmosphere. Many find it charming and easy to enjoy, contributing positively to both the game's aesthetic and emotional impact. Overall, the soundtrack and sound effects are highlighted as standout elements that complement the artwork and storytelling.

    • “I loved the sfx and soundtracks played throughout the game.”
    • “It’s adorable and very easy on the eyes, with lovely music and generally giving a very positive, welcoming vibe, even in the more intense scenes.”
    • “The music and the visual effects are also greatly adding to the atmosphere.”
    • “The music was okay.”
    • “The background music fits, but it doesn't stand out.”
    • “While the artwork is impressive, the music lacks depth and variety.”
  • emotional
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its emotional depth, featuring realistic and wholesome character interactions that evoke strong feelings. Reviewers highlight its heartwarming messages and recommend it for those seeking an engaging and emotionally resonant visual novel experience.

    • “This actually shows you, it's so interesting. I loved the interactions between the characters; they felt so real and wholesome, while sometimes intense.”
    • “It is heartwarming regardless.”
    • “It was really exciting and emotional.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's artwork is generally praised, with some users expressing a desire to purchase the soundtrack. However, there are notable criticisms regarding the lack of character sprites and the absence of relevant visuals in certain scenes, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “I really like the artwork, and I'll probably buy the soundtrack later.”
    • “Some scenes don’t have appropriate visuals, but the rest of the game is fabulous.”
    • “Just as some characters don’t have sprites, some scenes also don’t have any visuals apart from a background that does not seem to relate to the scene.”
    • “Some scenes don’t have appropriate visuals (or any?), but the rest of the game is fabulous.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stunning background art, complemented by immersive music and visual effects that enhance the overall experience.

    • “The background art is stunning and perfectly complements the atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The music and visual effects greatly enhance the overall atmosphere.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate a general dissatisfaction with character designs, suggesting that they may hinder the overall character development experience in the game.

    • “I did not like the character designs.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is perceived as lacking, with players expressing that certain moments had the potential to be funny but ultimately fell flat.

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Aspiring Light is a action game.

Aspiring Light is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Aspiring Light was released on August 4, 2021.

Aspiring Light was developed by DeveloperJy.

Aspiring Light has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Aspiring Light is a single player game.

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