Ecstasy / Light / Inertia

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"Ecstasy / Light / Inertia" is a short immersive journey that redefines music engagement. Play as Luz, navigate through stunning landscapes, and unravel an intricately woven narrative. With original music, philosophic themes, and state-of-art HRTF audio, it's a free, story-centered music adventure.

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Single-Player

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews

music20 positive mentions

The game features stunning visuals and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the immersive experience.
It offers a unique narrative journey that explores art, philosophy, and emotional depth, making it a thought-provoking experience.
As a free indie game, it showcases impressive graphics and sound design, providing a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere.

The game suffers from performance issues and lacks essential features like menus, save options, and audio settings, which detracts from the overall experience.
The narrative can feel pretentious and forgettable, with some players finding it overly abstract and self-involved.
While the game is visually appealing, some areas feel empty and unfinished, leading to a lack of engagement during gameplay.

music
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
57%
6%
The music in "Ecstasy / light / inertia" is widely praised for its exceptional quality and immersive qualities, serving as the emotional core of the game and enhancing the narrative experience. Players appreciate how the harmonious soundtrack complements the stunning visuals and storytelling, creating a captivating atmosphere that draws them deeper into the game world. However, some critics view the artistic approach as pretentious, suggesting that the music and art elements may come off as overly self-involved.
- “The narrative is a beautiful and profoundly meaningful journey, while the music serves as the beating heart of the experience, driving the narrative, complementing the storyline, and enveloping players in a virtual concert of interactive compositions.”
- “The captivating soundtrack adds another layer of magic, blending seamlessly with the gameplay and pulling you into the heart of the adventure.”
- “Its mesmerizing visuals, exceptional background music, and remarkable storytelling combine to create an experience that transcends the traditional boundaries of gaming.”
- “This game comes across as extremely self-involved and pretentious, and the art/sound/music sections feel like artsy nonsense thrown in by a college student as a way to (unsuccessfully) show off.”
- “The music brings the whole game together: it drives the narrative, complements the storyline, and it takes players on a virtual concert where they can freely interact with and experience the compositions.”
- “Supposedly, this is a free 'story-centered music adventure', made in Unity.”
story
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
53%
8%
The game's story is described as a beautiful and profound journey, enhanced by a captivating soundtrack that drives the narrative and creates an immersive atmosphere. Players appreciate the synergy between storytelling, music, and visuals, which together elevate the experience beyond traditional gaming. While it is a short, story-driven adventure primarily focused on sound, it is recommended for those who enjoy reflective and interactive storytelling, despite the lack of subtitles.
- “The narrative is a beautiful and profoundly meaningful journey, while the music serves as the beating heart of the experience, driving the narrative, complementing the story line, and enveloping players in a virtual concert of interactive compositions.”
- “Its mesmerizing visuals, exceptional background music, and remarkable storytelling combine to create an experience that transcends the traditional boundaries of gaming.”
- “The masterful storytelling invites players to reflect and interpret the experience in their unique way.”
- “That all being said, if a gamer knows they're going to have to tinker with settings and that, besides that, this game is essentially a walking simulator with a loosely guided story behind it, then yes, I'd recommend it, especially since it's free.”
- “Here we have a story-driven game based on 'sound'... it is captivating, but please note that there are no subtitles - or at least I couldn't find them - which also means that it is advised to play it with headphones to hear all the sounds, songs, and story!”
- “Supposedly, this is a free 'story-centered music adventure' made in Unity.”
graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
32%
9%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their stunning detail and photorealistic quality, creating a mesmerizing visual experience that enhances the overall gameplay. However, some users noted that the visuals may not render perfectly, possibly due to hardware limitations, and there is a lack of graphics settings. Overall, the combination of beautiful environments and captivating audio contributes to a unique and immersive adventure, despite some criticisms regarding the game's depth beyond its visuals.
- “Ecstasy / light / inertia is a piece of art; the game takes you to a world of mesmerizing graphics, and the background music really immerses you within the world of this game.”
- “The visuals are stunning, with every scene made up of photorealistic graphics, which elevates the player's experience.”
- “The combination of stunning visuals, captivating narrative, and the enchanting original music has made it an unforgettable adventure.”
- “The graphics are detailed, but they don’t quite look right. I can’t put my finger on why; it might just be down to how much my graphics card was struggling to render it.”
- “- Complete absence of graphics settings.”
- “I think that principle has some merit at first (as a gamer who likes high-quality graphics), but my issue became that this was one of the strongest things this game had going for it, and it did... absolutely nothing else.”
atmosphere
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
39%
17%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive qualities, combining beautiful sceneries, calming music, and engaging storytelling to create a unique and chilling experience. Players appreciate the synergy between the game's sound design and narrative, which enhances their connection to the game world. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a key element that elevates the gameplay and makes it a memorable experience.
- “Immersive music and atmosphere: the music used in the game draws you into the game.”
- “It's quite a lovely experience.. loved the atmosphere, the beautiful sceneries and calm music.”
- “The carefully composed melodies and harmonies create a mesmerizing atmosphere, immersing players in a world where sound becomes an integral part of the narrative.”
- “It's important to highlight the beauty of its atmosphere, as it is crucial to the game's context.”
- “Music can set the mood and atmosphere, making players feel more connected to the game world and events.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
62%
19%
The gameplay is heavily criticized for being overly reliant on cutscenes, comprising about 80% of the experience, which detracts from player engagement. While the use of music is praised for enhancing immersion, the actual interactive elements, such as simple puzzles, are deemed uninspired and lacking depth, leading to a perception of the game as more of a visual showcase than a compelling interactive experience.
- “The use of music to enhance the gameplay experience is a smart move.”
- “This can contribute to a more immersive and enjoyable gameplay experience.”
- “If the game manages to create a cohesive and immersive environment, players are more likely to become absorbed in the narrative and gameplay, and I believe you can taste this visual feast in this game.”
- “Pressing esc does nothing, neither during the opening cutscene nor during gameplay.”
- “The gameplay (from what I actually played through) is about 80% cutscene, and then you walk to a very easy and boring sliding-panel puzzle.”
- “Some mechanics to show this is actually a game and not just a collection of miniature 3D art pieces (even if it's puzzles/a simple collectathon along the way of following the narrative, anything is better than the nothing it has currently).”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its exceptional emotional depth, captivating narrative, and stunning visuals, creating a strong connection with players. It offers a brief yet impactful experience that resonates on a profound level, making it a must-play for those seeking an emotionally rich and socially conscious gaming journey. Overall, it successfully combines beauty and emotional storytelling, leaving a lasting impression.
- “It's a must-play for anyone seeking a visually stunning, emotionally resonant, and socially conscious gaming experience that leaves a lasting impact.”
- “A captivating narrative can create a strong emotional connection and make players more invested in the game world and characters.”
- “Immerse yourself in its captivating world, and you'll be enchanted by its visual splendour, emotional storytelling, and soul-stirring music.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its unique and experimental approach, featuring funny puzzles that contribute to an enjoyable and chilling atmosphere. Players appreciate the blend of creativity and humor, making for a memorable experience.
- “This game is pretty 'experimental' as mentioned in the description. It was a unique experience, and I enjoyed it for the time. The good and chilling atmosphere, along with the very interesting idea behind it, features funny puzzles that I liked a lot.”

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