Student Collaboration With the University of Utah:
The Fat Bear Society, a studio consisting of 2 producers, 5 artists, 5 engineers, 4 designers, and 2 musicians, worked for 10 months to deliver Echo of the Last Light. This 3D action-adventure puzzle game was created in a simulated-studio environment at the Graduate Games Lab at the University of Utah, but the project is 100% student-run and stude…
The game features stunning visuals and immersive design, with impressive attention to detail.
Gameplay mechanics are well-crafted, providing satisfying puzzle experiences and smooth character controls.
The story is cute and unique, and the character design, including the companion, is highly praised.
The game suffers from optimization issues, including frame rate problems and crashes during the ending cutscene.
Controls are not very responsive, and there are limitations such as the lack of customizable controls.
The melee combat feels unnecessary, as players can complete the game without using it, and some puzzles can be easily skipped.
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally smooth and polished, featuring well-crafted mechanics that enhance the experience, though some players feel that melee combat is unnecessary for completing the game. The stunning visuals and engaging mechanics contribute to a satisfying overall experience, with the gameplay providing an appropriate level of challenge.
“Mechanics are well-crafted, providing satisfying gameplay.”
“Stunning visuals, engaging mechanics, and great damage visual design outweigh minor drawbacks.”
“The story is cute and unique, the gameplay is polished and adds the right amount of challenge.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The graphics are widely praised for their brilliance and stunning visuals, contributing to an immersive experience, even when played on lower settings. The engaging design and impressive visual effects enhance the overall gameplay, overshadowing any minor drawbacks.
“The graphics are absolutely brilliant, along with the soundtrack.”
“Stunning visuals and immersive design.”
“Stunning visuals, engaging mechanics, and great damage visual design outweigh minor drawbacks.”
“I played the whole game on low graphics; anything else was too much to run.”
“The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
“The visual effects are underwhelming and do not meet modern gaming standards.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's story is described as decent, cute, and unique, with a strong and interesting narrative that complements the polished gameplay. Additionally, the art enhances the overall storytelling experience.
“The story is cute and unique, the gameplay is polished and adds the right amount of challenge.”
“The story seems strong and interesting so far.”
“The game has a decent story and the art is well done.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to be poorly optimized, with users experiencing issues such as inconsistent frame rates, indicating that further optimization efforts are needed.
“The game seems to be poorly optimized; I experienced some weird problems with frame rate.”
“Could use some work in optimization.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting it as a standout feature that complements the impressive graphics.
“The graphics are absolutely brilliant, and the soundtrack complements the experience perfectly.”
“The music in this game is incredibly immersive and enhances the overall atmosphere.”
“I love how the soundtrack evolves with the gameplay, making each moment feel unique.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers unanimously praise the atmosphere, often rating it a perfect 10/10, highlighting its immersive and captivating qualities.
“The atmosphere was 10/10.”
“The game immerses you in a hauntingly beautiful world that feels alive.”
“Every sound and visual detail contributes to an incredibly immersive experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The character development in the game is praised for its appealing design, with players expressing a desire for more depth and exploration of the characters.
“The character design is so impressive; I would love to see more of it!”
“The character development in this game is truly engaging and adds depth to the overall experience.”
“I appreciate how the characters evolve throughout the game, making each interaction feel meaningful.”