- July 31, 2020
- islaOliva Games
Lapso: NIMBO
Platforms
About
Kali Müller knew Rockrose like the back of her hand, she used to camp by the lake with her partner Illai and it was common to see her walking each of the trails. The last time she was seen was on the path leading to the lighthouse, where she used to sit and draw the unique figures of the shrines, fascinated by the local stories about miracles, strange symbols and unexplained medical recoveries. D…


- The game features stunning graphics and immersive audio, creating a beautiful and atmospheric experience.
- The prologue offers intriguing puzzles and a mysterious storyline that captivates players, leaving them eager for the full game.
- Despite being a short demo, it showcases great potential and is well-executed for a two-person indie development team.
- The game feels more like a tech demo than a complete experience, with limited content and vague storytelling.
- There are technical issues, such as slow door animations and a lack of clear guidance, which can lead to frustration.
- The absence of replayability and achievements, along with the potential for motion sickness, detracts from the overall enjoyment.
story
28 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe story aspect of the game is generally viewed as underdeveloped, primarily serving as a prologue with limited depth and clarity. Players find the narrative conveyed through environmental storytelling and scattered notes, but many feel it lacks emotional engagement and voice acting, making it difficult to connect with the characters or plot. While the intriguing premise and beautiful visuals capture interest, the overall execution leaves much to be desired, with many players hoping for a more substantial narrative in the full game.
“The storytelling happens only through letters and things you find, and I really think that it's a big part of feeling truly immersed.”
“The story takes place in Rockrose about the mystery of some lights that haunt the place.”
“While this prologue is definitely a bit of a teaser when it comes to story, it very much piqued my interest and made me want to know more about this world.”
“There's the basic concept of a story, but since this is a prologue, the story is just a few shallow bits and pieces.”
“I know this is a demo; however, there was very little to no information for the story.”
“The development of the plot appears to be linear, because sometimes it teleports us from one place to another in the shape of the branches of a tree.”