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Fault: Stp - Lightkravte

fault-StP-Lightkravte has done a really good job of making me want to pick up the entire rest of the series, and maybe you should too.
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85%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, gameplay
92% User Score Based on 114 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 4 reviews

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Fault: Stp - Lightkravte is a single player action game with fantasy and anime themes. It was developed by ALICE IN DISSONANCE and was released on May 27, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

Fault: Stp - Lightkravte is the latest entry in the fault series, which has shipped over 500,000 copies worldwide. Lightkravte presents its story through the eyes of Khaji Oberg, an ordinary and unremarkable teenaged boy who finds himself reaching for a dream that slips ever further away from him.

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92%Audience ScoreBased on 114 reviews
story44 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • Exceptional production quality including stunning animated character portraits, lush backgrounds, and a cinematic presentation style, greatly enhancing immersion.
  • Deep, character-driven story that explores themes of ambition, self-worth, creative frustration, and personal growth; relatable struggles and emotional storytelling resonate well with many players.
  • Expands and enriches the lore of the Fault universe, providing valuable background and insight into characters and worldbuilding that longtime fans appreciate.
  • Protagonist Khaji is widely seen as unlikable, immature, and occasionally annoying, which dampens engagement for some players especially in the early parts of the story.
  • The narrative pacing is slow at the start, with an abrupt or rushed ending that leaves some storylines feeling incomplete or underdeveloped.
  • Lack of voice acting, limited interactivity, and short overall playtime (around 6-8 hours) may be disappointing to those expecting a more dynamic or choice-driven visual novel experience.

  • story

    187 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    24% positive mentions, 74% neutral mentions, 2% negative mentions

    The story of "lightkravte" is a heartfelt, character-driven coming-of-age tale focused on Khaji, an aspiring painter grappling with self-doubt and ambition in a richly built magical world. While praised for its emotional depth, nuanced worldbuilding, and strong connections to the broader fault series lore, some find it slow-paced with an uneven plot progression, abrupt ending, and occasional narrative distractions. Overall, it stands as a sincere, well-crafted standalone visual novel that enriches the fault universe but may feel more like a side story than a main installment.

    • “A focus on the highs and lows of Khaji’s psyche, rather than on the actual major events, works well towards redeeming his character, although I still maintain that the overall story would’ve been better if I wasn’t actively rooting against the main character for the majority of the story.”
    • “[b]lightkravte[/b]'s story is told from the point of view of Khaji, an acquaintance of the main cast of the previous entries (readers of the demo may remember him), and an aspiring artist, who is unable to accomplish what he dreams of doing. The supporting cast in Khaji's story, some of whom readers of the previous stories will be familiar with, all take a part in influencing the path that Khaji ultimately takes, and in these interactions we start to see some tantalizing pieces of where these characters came from, as Khaji comes to the understanding of how everyone has their own issues to deal with, no matter how idyllic things may look from the outside. And despite the intriguing lore and expansive worldbuilding that [b]fault[/b] loves to do, in themselves enough to fascinate the mind, [b]lightkravte[/b] is consistent with the rest of the series in using the setting to tell a very human story—a quieter story, for sure, compared to the previous adventures, but no less understandable, especially for those who have walked a similar path.”
    • “The story centers on Khaji Oberg, an ordinary boy with an extraordinary dream: to become a painter in a world where magic-driven technology has reshaped society. Over time, the story uses Khaji’s flaws as a canvas to explore ambition, self-worth, creative frustration, and the painful gap between who we think we are and who we want to become.”
    • “However, the amount of POV head-hopping seems to worsen as the story progresses.”
    • “While the final chapter did genuinely move me, and the core message is sound, the plot development itself is not.”
    • “My main gripe with the story is some setup that feels like it doesn't go anywhere.”

  • music

    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    57% positive mentions, 36% neutral mentions, 7% negative mentions

    The music in the game is consistently praised for its emotional depth, variety, and high production quality, effectively enhancing the mood and storytelling throughout. It blends ambient, melancholic, and dramatic tones that complement the visuals and narrative, though some users lament the lack of a purchasable soundtrack and music gallery. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout element that significantly enriches the immersive experience.

    • “Combined with a gentle, often melancholic soundtrack, the result is an audiovisual presentation that far surpasses what most visual novels attempt.”
    • “The background music really helps immersing the reader into the story and is incredibly well composed.”
    • “The aid team nails what I feel they're best at: telling a compelling story with lovely characters and well-composed, emotional music that fits well with each scene.”
    • “[starts off very slow, unsatisfying ending, lackluster soundtrack]”
    • “The music is well done, though for me most of the standout pieces were favorites already from the old demo.”
    • “I love this game’s art and music, but I can’t go back and look at/listen to it without booting up the actual story.”

  • graphics

    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    58% positive mentions, 30% neutral mentions, 12% negative mentions

    The graphics are widely praised for their beautiful, detailed artwork and lively animations, with richly drawn backgrounds and expressive character models. While the art style has evolved, leading to some mixed feelings about character-background consistency, overall the visuals are considered a standout feature that, along with top-notch animations, greatly enhances the game's emotional and aesthetic appeal.

    • “So much attention to detail and a gorgeous graphical fidelity really brings the scenes to life.”
    • “The visuals are outstanding, both the Live2D models they use as well as the backgrounds are masterfully drawn and rich in detail.”
    • “One of the main reasons are the insanely good visuals and sound quality, easily one of the best of its genre - everything is so animated and feels lively, characters as well as backgrounds.”
    • “What's especially noticeable about the change in art style is that the style used for the characters no longer matches the style used for the backgrounds, so the characters feel a bit like they've been superimposed onto the scenes.”
    • “I'm also a bit disappointed in the art style change for the characters.”
    • “I love looking at artwork from visual novels, either during my playthrough or after the fact, and unfortunately the only time you get to enjoy the art is when you're reading it.”

  • emotional

    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game delivers a deeply emotional and introspective experience with polished storytelling, atmospheric visuals, and a carefully crafted emotional arc. While its linear, kinetic novel format limits interactivity, it effectively evokes a range of heartfelt emotions through well-developed characters, graceful prose, and an evocative soundtrack. Players often find the story touching and inspiring, with many moved to tears by its personal and subtle narrative.

    • “The prose is graceful and introspective, the pacing carefully measured, and the emotional rhythm deliberate.”
    • “Each interaction pushes Khaji’s arc forward, whether by challenging his worldview, grounding his emotional turmoil, or offering alternative perspectives on creativity and purpose.”
    • “The supporting cast is thoughtfully constructed, offering a mix of familiar series characters and newcomers who enrich the emotional landscape of the story.”

  • character development

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    Character development is generally praised, especially for its writing, with notable growth occurring toward the game's end. However, some users find the new character designs less engaging compared to previous entries, feeling they are a downgrade despite still being good for newcomers. Foreshadowing elements hint at future development, maintaining interest in certain characters like Ritona.

    • “The real highlight of this game is the writing and character development.”
    • “For previous readers of the Fault series, there are also some clues that may be foreshadowing Aid's future release of Fault - STP, which leaves me excited about Ritona's character development.”
    • “If I hadn't played previous Fault games, I'd say the character designs are great.”
    • “Comparatively, Lightkravte's character designs feel a bit more boring (I felt it was worst with Flora and Ritona).”
    • “Overall, I consider the character designs a downgrade, while everything else meets expectations.”
    • “The character development is there, but not very much... that is, till near the end.”

  • gameplay

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    25% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 75% negative mentions

    The gameplay of lightkravte is strictly linear with no choices, branching paths, or interactive elements, focusing solely on advancing the text. Its heavy reading and deliberate pacing may not appeal to players seeking puzzles or gameplay variety. Overall, it functions as a kinetic novel with a straightforward narrative experience.

    • “As for the gameplay, Fault - Stp - Lightkravte is a kinetic novel, so it has a linear story and no choices are presented.”
    • “Structurally, Lightkravte is linear, offering no choices, branching routes, or gameplay beyond advancing the text.”
    • “The heavy reading load and deliberate pacing may also deter those who prefer visual novels with puzzles, branching paths, or gameplay variety.”
    • “As for the gameplay, fault - stp - Lightkravte is a kinetic novel, so it has a linear story and no choices are presented.”

  • atmosphere

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game features lush, thoughtfully designed backgrounds and a color palette that effectively supports its emotional storytelling and atmospheric worldbuilding. However, the protagonist's perspective often clashes with this atmosphere, making their character growth feel unearned. Overall, the atmosphere is immersive but occasionally undermined by narrative inconsistencies.

    • “A deeply polished kinetic visual novel that prioritizes emotional storytelling, atmospheric worldbuilding, and character introspection over interactivity or branching choices.”
    • “The backgrounds are lush and atmospheric, and the color palette shifts thoughtfully to support the emotional tone of each chapter.”

  • humor

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor is well-balanced and well-paced, seamlessly blending lighthearted and funny moments with deeper, introspective scenes. It effectively complements the drama and adventure throughout the game.

    • “The only thing I will add is that I found it fairly well-paced, and it has a good balance of humor, drama, and adventure.”
    • “The scenes all hit the right notes, funny and lighthearted all the way down to deep and introspective.”

  • optimization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game is well-optimized, running smoothly overall with a pleasant Live2D experience and a simple, user-friendly UI.

    • “Game runs smoothly for the most part, Live2D is pleasant, UI is easy and simple to use.”
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70%Critics’ scoreBased on 4 critic reviews
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6h Average play time
6-6h Spent by most gamers
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Fault: Stp - Lightkravte is a action game with fantasy and anime themes. Common tags for Fault: Stp - Lightkravte include indie, 2d, magic, immersive sim, immersive and others.

Fault: Stp - Lightkravte is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, Windows and others.

On average players spend around 6 hours playing Fault: Stp - Lightkravte.

Fault: Stp - Lightkravte was released on May 27, 2022.

Fault: Stp - Lightkravte was developed by ALICE IN DISSONANCE.

Fault: Stp - Lightkravte has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Fault: Stp - Lightkravte for its story but disliked it for its character development.

Fault: Stp - Lightkravte is a single player game.

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