Eclipse Edge of Light

Despite being a complete VR experience, Eclipse: Edge of Light falls short in most areas. If I had to describe Eclipse: Edge of Light it would be ‘low effort.’ At the very least, it didn’t make me nauseous while playing.

51%Game Brain Score

graphics, atmosphere

story, gameplay

47% User Score Based on 30 reviews

Critic Score 63%Based on 10 reviews

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Eclipse Edge of Light is a single player puzzle game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by White Elk LLC and was released on January 14, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

"Eclipse: Edge of Light" is a VR horror-adventure game set on a sentient planet with ancient ruins. As the survivor of a crash landing, you'll explore the alien world using a jetpack-equipped spacesuit, discovering the planet's tragic past and the remains of a betrayed civilization. With an original soundtrack and over 3 hours of gameplay, uncover the secrets of this dreamscape world while flying through beautiful environments and uncovering relics of the past.

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47%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

story6 negative mentions

The game features good graphics and a solid atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
Some players found the puzzles to be interesting and well-integrated into the gameplay.
The game has a decent length and replay value, making it worth the time for some players.

The story is underdeveloped and repetitive, leading to a lack of engagement.
Many players experienced motion sickness and found the controls frustrating, particularly in VR mode.
The gameplay is often described as slow and lacking in meaningful interaction, resembling a walking simulator.

story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game is generally perceived as bland and underdeveloped, with repetitive lore and a lack of engaging content, leading to a sense of boredom for many players. While some found the visuals and puzzles enjoyable, the narrative fails to captivate, making it feel hollow and slow-paced. Overall, the game does not stand out in comparison to other VR titles that offer richer storytelling and gameplay experiences.
- “The gameplay loop is somewhat limited but I suspect the aim was more to tell a story.”
- “The story and visuals were neat and the puzzles were relatively simple.”
- “Fun game; nice graphics; good story with interesting puzzles...puzzles flow well throughout the game and are not difficult to solve.”
- “The story is so underdeveloped that I swear the lore repeats itself the entire game.”
- “Get this game if you want a hollow, boring story told at a snail's pace in lackluster environments with the same three object models throughout.”
- “I found myself bored in most of the game; the story wasn't that interesting and the puzzles were too easy.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for being visually appealing and immersive, with some reviewers noting breathtaking visuals and solid design. However, there are criticisms regarding the lack of detail in certain scenes, minor graphical issues that disrupt immersion, and a comparison to other PC VR titles that offer superior graphics. Overall, while the graphics are considered good, they may not meet the expectations set by other games in the genre.
- “The sound design and visuals are really breathtaking and I really think whoever the developers were on this game really knew what they were doing.”
- “Fun game; nice graphics; good story with interesting puzzles... puzzles flow well throughout the game and are not difficult to solve.”
- “You have a jet pack to get around (thus the VR was too disorienting with the movement for me) very good graphics and the story is okay.”
- “Considering there are PC VR games that have better graphics, story, and gameplay, I would pass on this one.”
- “I'll probably finish the game, but I wouldn't buy it again. For mobile VR, I get the 'easy on GPU' graphics, but for PC, the scenes feel empty, lacking detail, and the puzzles are way too easy. If I could move faster, I would definitely have finished the game already.”
- “There are a few minor graphics issues that sometimes break the immersion a bit (e.g., the moon in the sky at the opening level is not round, the skybox shows the edge of the level, and there is clipping at certain floor parts near statues during the boat ride level). But on the whole, comparing this title to the other VR titles that I own, this is a solid story experience.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is relatively short, lasting around three hours, and features a limited loop, which seems to prioritize storytelling over extensive mechanics. Despite its constraints, players have expressed enjoyment of the experience.
- “The gameplay is around 3 hours long and I really enjoyed it.”
- “The gameplay loop is somewhat limited, but I suspect the aim was more to tell a story.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the game's emotional impact is significantly undermined by a dull and slow-paced narrative, set against repetitive and uninspired environments, leading to a lack of engagement and depth in the storytelling.
- “Get this game if you want a hollow, boring story told at a snail's pace in lackluster environments with the same three object models throughout.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the VR title is highly praised, with users highlighting its strong style and immersive music that enhance the overall experience.
- “A VR title that delivers on the style, atmosphere, and music.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the VR title is consistently praised for enhancing the overall style and atmosphere, contributing significantly to the immersive experience.
- “A VR title that delivers on the style, atmosphere, and music.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's significant replay value, with many expressing intentions to undertake multiple playthroughs. This suggests that the game offers enough content and variety to encourage repeated engagement.
- “There is a lot of replay value in this game, and I'm going to spend the next weekend doing a second run.”