Emberlight

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Lured by a vengeful spirit of a defeated witch, Duckles, and his friends, find themselves trapped on a mysterious island full of deadly sorceresses! What heinous plans does this gruesome Witch have for him? And what is the true origin of the island?

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+19

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

atmosphere2 negative mentions

Emberlight features a unique mechanic where players absorb enemy abilities, adding depth and strategy to gameplay.
The game has a strong community presence, with developers actively engaging with players and implementing feedback.
Despite its rough edges, the game offers a fun and addictive dungeon-crawling experience with potential for future improvements.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, including freezing controls and unbalanced combat, which can lead to frustrating experiences.
Many features, such as story mode and multiplayer, are incomplete or unavailable, making the game feel unfinished.
The tutorial is inadequate, leaving players confused about mechanics and gameplay, which can hinder the overall experience.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
66%
17%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding the mechanics frustrating and lacking depth, while others appreciate the unique concepts and potential for a fun experience. Many users suggest that a proper tutorial is needed to help players navigate the complex mechanics, which can feel overwhelming. Overall, while there are enjoyable elements, the gameplay requires significant polishing to fully realize its potential.
- “Overall, the gameplay in Emberlight is fantastic.”
- “This game is a fun dungeon crawler with several unique mechanics and a whole lot of potential.”
- “The ideas are there, the concepts are there, the mechanics are there, but it still has a long way to go and requires a lot of polishing.”
- “It's all a shame because I enjoy playing the quests, but overall the game mechanics make for a frustrating experience.”
- “There should be a dedicated tutorial, and no, I'm not talking about the text walls you have on the top-right corner of the screen, but actually about a proper, hand-holding walkthrough tutorial that eases you into the main mechanics of the game.”
- “However, as you start to get into the mechanics, it really does feel like it's trying to do too much at one time.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
62%
19%
The story aspect of the game is largely criticized for its incomplete and underdeveloped narrative, with both story mode and multiplayer features being inaccessible. Players note a lack of engaging plot devices and dialogue options, despite some interesting lore elements. The gameplay revolves around quests that lead players through a corruption-themed journey, but the overall storytelling experience feels frustrating and lacking depth.
- “There's some lore here and there, and while these are interesting bits, I would have liked some random encounters featuring some sort of story-based texts, maybe some dialogue choices.”
- “The game is designed for the most corrupt to win, but that little voice on my shoulder says, 'Don't be corrupt, become the true hero of the story.'”
- “You start on the surface; here you can choose from two quests to play through, further quests will take you underground as you make your way towards the corruption.”
- “The story mode was never completed.”
- “The story mode was blanked out during my run.”
- “Also, there are not many plot devices to speak of.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The graphics in the game have received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the improvements and the artistic style, others find them unclear and challenging during gameplay. The creature size differences are praised, but issues with visibility and targeting during battles have been noted. Overall, the graphics are considered decent and fitting for the game, appealing to some while not resonating with others.
- “They have made really nice improvements on the graphics, and the size difference in creatures is great, but may still need a more adjustable view as with the boss; in one instance, I had a hard time seeing the floating numbers and text, and I couldn't target a spider properly in another battle.”
- “Graphics, music, and voice lines are decent and fit the game, so that's a plus going for it.”
- “I'm not a huge turn-based RPG fan, but this game has nice graphics and looks plenty deep to offer turn-based RPG fans tons of time and replay value with procedurally generated content!”
- “Also, the graphics don't really work for me personally, but I know a lot of people love this style.”
- “Graphics - unclear mess”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game excels in replayability, encouraging players to engage in multiple runs that last between 30 minutes to an hour, where they can absorb and utilize enemy skills. With procedurally generated content and a focus on self-improvement against increasingly challenging bosses, it offers a solid foundation for players to explore and enjoy, making it appealing even to those who may not typically favor turn-based RPGs.
- “Remember, this is all about replayability. I have one hour of game time, but I've played about 5 runs in offline mode since I've been without internet for 3 days. Players need a compelling objective, like overcoming powerful bosses for the next run.”
- “I'm not a huge turn-based RPG fan, but this game has nice graphics and offers plenty of depth, providing turn-based RPG fans with tons of time and replay value through procedurally generated content!”
- “This game, after all, is based on its replayability; you might see this on the store page: do a run, which usually takes anywhere between 30 minutes to 1 full hour, and absorb your enemies' skills to use them yourself.”
- “Remember, this is all about replayability. I have one hour of game time and have played about 5 runs in offline mode since I've been without internet for 3 days. Players need a compelling objective, like overcoming powerful bosses, to keep them engaged for the next run.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The atmosphere in Emberlight is generally decent, with the soundtrack significantly enhancing the experience during boss fights. However, its effectiveness can be inconsistent, as there are moments when the atmosphere fails to fully engage players.
- “Where the soundtrack truly comes into its own to heighten the atmosphere, however, is with the boss fights.”
- “The atmosphere of Emberlight is decent.”
- “Sometimes the atmosphere works, and other times it doesn’t.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The music in the game is generally well-received, fitting the overall theme and enhancing the atmosphere, particularly during boss fights. The soundtrack effectively incorporates elements of darkness and horror, contributing positively to the gaming experience.
- “This is intensified by the soundtrack that complements the theme of darkness with slight horror tones running through it.”
- “Where the soundtrack truly comes into its own to heighten the atmosphere, however, is with the boss fights.”
- “Graphics, music, and voice lines are decent and fit the game, so that's a plus going for it.”
- “The music is forgettable and doesn't leave a lasting impression.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the music fits the theme, it often feels generic and uninspired.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent combat freezes and unexpected changes in tooltip language to Latin, despite attempts to verify game files. Overall, players report a buggy experience that detracts from gameplay.
- “The game's combat freezes frequently, and the tooltip language spontaneously changes to Latin, even after verifying the game files.”
- “The game is incredibly buggy.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users express a nostalgic view of grinding, likening it to childhood experiences in games like Black and White 2, where skill development felt meaningful. However, there is a notable sentiment against grinding, with some players identifying as "anti-grinding," suggesting a preference for more engaging gameplay mechanics over repetitive tasks.
- “As a person that is 'anti-grinding', this speaks to me.”
- “Grinding feels like a never-ending chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay engaged with the story.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for being amusing initially, but it can become repetitive and irritating over time. Additionally, the mechanics involving buffs and debuffs may require adjustments to enhance the overall experience.

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2h Median play time

2h Average play time

2-2h Spent by most gamers

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