Golden Light of Rose

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Golden Light of Rose is a single player and multiplayer shooter game with a horror theme. It was developed by Mr. Pink and was released on October 24, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

Eat weapons, be scared and question your own mind in this Survival-Horror FPS Prop Hunt Roguelike about meat. Golden Light of Rose is a story prequel to Golden Light which follows Rose during her first time in the gut.

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Audience ScoreBased on 119 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and unsettling experience that is both creepy and interesting, making it stand out from other titles.
The art style is intriguing and adds to the overall atmosphere of the game, enhancing the horror elements.
As a free demo, it provides a taste of the main game, allowing players to explore its bizarre mechanics and themes without any cost.

The gameplay is often confusing and lacks clear instructions, making it difficult for players to understand objectives and mechanics.
Combat is unsatisfying and clunky, leading to frustrating encounters with enemies that can detract from the overall experience.
The game feels incomplete as a demo, with many players expressing that it does not effectively represent the full game or its story.

graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique and interesting art style reminiscent of retro games, while others find it bland or difficult to interpret. The aesthetic is described as cool and grotesque, but the execution can be abrasive and reminiscent of outdated graphics, leading to a polarized reception. Overall, while the visuals have their charm, they may not appeal to everyone due to their roughness and obscure presentation.
- “Great aesthetic and grotesque creatures in a roguelite game.”
- “The game has excellent graphics and style, which is not like the others.”
- “The graphics are very specific, and this makes it look unusual and interesting, somewhat reminiscent of old games due to pixel-polygonality.”
- “The art style is interesting, but the game is hindered by weird in-between levels that only serve an obscure story purpose. I don't even have a clue of what's going on or how the gameplay relates to that.”
- “The graphics are running like it's on Windows XP, reminiscent of 2009 graphics.”
- “Golden light is very abrasive and hard to enjoy. The music is distorted, it liberally uses high-pitched tinnitus sounds (which, due to a work injury, causes me physical pain and discomfort), and the art style is very rough.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay experience is generally perceived as bland and repetitive, with unclear mechanics that may hinder player engagement. While the art style is noted as interesting, the inclusion of obscure in-between levels detracts from the overall coherence and enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “The gameplay mechanics are unclear, but that in itself isn't a deal breaker.”
- “Therefore, my gameplay experience is not that great and insightful.”
- “The art style is interesting, but the game is hindered by weird in-between levels that only serve an obscure story purpose. I don't even have a clue of what's going on or how the gameplay relates to that.”
- “The gameplay of the demo, at least, was kind of repetitive.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as obscure and confusing, with players struggling to connect the gameplay to the narrative. While some elements of the story and presentation are appreciated, the overall plot lacks depth and coherence, leaving players frustrated and disengaged.
- “Look, here's the story: Rose is a sad lesbian.”
- “What little bits of story and presentation you get are quite good.”
- “Although, it could take a while for you to understand a few things about the story.”
- “The art style is interesting, but the game is hindered by weird in-between levels that only serve an obscure story purpose. I don't even have a clue what's going on or how the gameplay relates to that.”
- “It doesn't add much to the story, if anything at all. It introduces an obstacle where you have to crouch (I hate it so much, by the way) and three annoying enemies, and that's it, really.”
- “The plot is not very interesting.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note a surprisingly high level of replayability, especially considering it is a trial run, suggesting that the game offers enough content and variety to encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “There is a surprising amount of replay value for a trial run.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, keeping the game fresh.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes makes you want to dive back in for more.”
- “Surprising amount of replay value for a trial run.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews; some players find it abrasive and distorted, causing discomfort, while others appreciate its psychedelic quality and fitting soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience. However, the overall consensus suggests that the music may not be suitable for everyone, particularly those sensitive to high-pitched sounds.
- “A very good psychedelic game with an equally good soundtrack on the levels will provide you with 100+ phobias. I would not recommend running this at night if you start it and play it; it will not make you sleep easier. The game is shorter and not for the faint of heart (I advise playing with headphones).”
- “Play along with the music - will do.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized as a unique blend of funny, whimsical, and slapstick elements, infused with psychedelic and horror themes, creating an oddly entertaining experience.
- “Funny, whimsical, slapstick, and psychedelic horror all rolled into one; if that sounds odd, it's absolutely delightful!”
- “The humor is sharp and clever, making every interaction a joy to experience.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the witty dialogue and absurd situations throughout the game.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is praised for its well-chosen colors and overall effectiveness, creating an unrealistically creepy environment that even seasoned horror players find unsettling.
- “The colors are well chosen; the atmosphere is captivating.”
- “The atmosphere is unrealistically creepy. Even as a seasoned horror player, I was scared!”
- “The atmosphere is unrealistically creepy; even I, a seasoned horror player, was scared!”
- “The game fails to create a believable atmosphere, making it hard to immerse myself in the experience.”
- “Despite the game's intentions, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the tension needed to engage players.”