Fear of the Light

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Fear of the Light is a single player action game. It was developed by Vincent Allinggård and was released on November 7, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Fear of the Light is a stealth-based survival horror game where light is scarier than darkness and where surveying monsters keep you on edge. You’re the lone survivor on a spaceship infested by moths and other dangerous creatures. Explore the ship, override quarantine lockdowns, and find a way to escape. Use your radar and other tools to avoid enemies, keep out of the light, sneak around da…

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Free to Play

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Single-Player

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

atmosphere2 negative mentions

The game features a unique concept of avoiding light, which adds an interesting twist to the horror genre.
Players found the atmosphere to be creepy and immersive, with engaging gameplay and lore that keeps them invested.
It's a free game that offers a fun and intense experience, with many players expressing a desire for a longer, more polished version.

The game is quite short, with many players completing it in under an hour, leading to a feeling of abruptness.
There are issues with optimization and bugs, including crashes and frustrating AI behavior that can detract from the experience.
Some players felt that the game lacks depth and polish typical of professionally developed titles, as it is a student project.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
12%
13%
The gameplay features interesting concepts and mechanics, such as the "avoid light" element, which contribute to an intense and engaging experience, particularly in horror settings. While the game is relatively short and simple, it effectively builds tension and atmosphere, though some levels lack distinct themes. Overall, it offers a mix of potential and enjoyable moments, but may not fully meet the expectations for top-tier gameplay.
- “Interesting gameplay concepts, and enough lore to develop into more stories.”
- “The gameplay is for the most part clear and really helps build on the scary horror feeling.”
- “Really interesting core mechanic with a lot of potential for sure.”
- “Only some of the sections had a distinct theme, and the themes were, for the most part, gameplay-wise.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The graphics in the game are generally considered passable, with some reviewers noting that while they are decent, they fall short of top-tier standards. However, others appreciate the combination of good visuals and sound design, which enhances the overall atmosphere and tension of the gameplay. Ultimately, the consensus suggests that while graphics are important, they should be complemented by strong gameplay to create a truly engaging experience.
- “Great graphics and sound design with an interesting premise; there's always a monster behind you or waiting around the corner. The stress was real, and I got jump scared a couple of times.”
- “The graphics in this game are passable, but could be better.”
- “The visuals feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making the game feel unrefined.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a creepy and immersive environment, enhanced by intriguing lore and engaging puzzles. While navigation can be challenging, this complexity contributes to the overall experience, supported by a satisfying user interface and effective AI. Overall, the atmosphere is dense and consistent, making it a compelling aspect of the game.
- “Creepy atmosphere, fun puzzles, interesting lore to be pieced together - what's not to like?”
- “The atmosphere was dense and consistent.”
- “Interesting atmosphere, satisfying in-game UI, stupid but effective AI, hard to navigate at times but that can also add to it.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from poor optimization, with players reporting issues such as brief shutdowns of lights during gameplay, which can lead to frustrating losses. Overall, the optimization has been criticized as inadequate.
- “Poor optimization; the EMP sometimes shuts down the lights for 0.5 seconds, and because of it, I lost several times.”
- “Bad optimization.”