Eclipse Edge of Light
- January 14, 2019
- White Elk LLC
Get on Steam"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.
Reviews
- The game features good graphics and a solid atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
- Puzzles are well-integrated into the gameplay, providing a satisfying challenge without being overly difficult.
- The game offers a decent length of playtime, with some players finding replay value in exploring the world.
- The story is bland and repetitive, lacking depth and engagement, making the gameplay feel hollow.
- Many players experienced motion sickness and found the controls frustrating, particularly in VR mode.
- The game is criticized for being too slow-paced and for having easy puzzles, leading to boredom during play.
- story12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story in this 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 appreciate the visuals and find the story acceptable, others note that it fails to deliver complexity or depth, especially when compared to other VR titles. Overall, the narrative experience is seen as lacking, with simple puzzles that do not significantly enhance the storytelling.
“It has some things in common story-wise with this game, but it finds the right formula where it is fun and interesting.”
“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.”
“Bland story is a few (semi-repetitive) text overs on some artifacts.”
“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.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the visuals as "breathtaking" and "nice," while others note issues such as lack of detail in PC scenes and minor graphical glitches that disrupt immersion. Overall, while the graphics are considered solid for a VR title, they may not stand out compared to other PC VR games.
“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.”
“The story and visuals were neat, and the puzzles were relatively simple.”
“Considering there are PC VR games that have better graphics, story, and gameplay, I would pass on this one.”
“For mobile VR, I get the 'easy on GPU' graphics, but for PC, the scenes feel empty, lacking detail, and (so far) 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 not being round, the skybox showing the edge of the level, clipping at certain floor parts near statues during the boat ride level).”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is relatively short, lasting around three hours, and while it may feel limited, it appears to prioritize storytelling over extensive mechanics, resulting in an enjoyable experience.
“The gameplay loop is somewhat limited, but I suspect the aim was more to tell a story.”
“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.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game's emotional impact is significantly undermined by a dull and slow-paced narrative, uninspiring environments, and repetitive visuals, 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.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the VR title is highly praised, with users highlighting its strong stylistic elements and immersive music that enhance the overall experience.
“A VR title that delivers on the style, atmosphere, and music.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the VR title is highly praised for enhancing the overall style and atmosphere of the game, contributing significantly to the immersive experience.
“A VR title that delivers on the style, atmosphere, and music.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
“Each track is carefully crafted, immersing players in a captivating audio landscape.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game highly replayable, with many expressing intentions to undertake multiple playthroughs to explore different aspects and experiences.
“There is a lot of replay value in this game, and I'm going to spend the next weekend doing a second run.”
“The game offers multiple endings and choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
“With various character builds and strategies to explore, I find myself coming back for more.”
