Last Light
- August 25, 2021
- Team Corn Field
- 6h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Last Light," players navigate a dark hospital, using a flashlight and candles to see, while avoiding demons that are attracted to sound. The game features a rising difficulty level, lockers and items to use against demons, and diaries that provide insights into the hospital's past. Success relies on tactical decisions, such as knowing when to run from demons.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The art style is beautiful and effectively combines cute and disturbing elements, enhancing the game's atmosphere.
- The gameplay is engaging, with interesting character designs and a mix of friendly and hostile spirits that add depth to the experience.
- The story is intriguing and unfolds with each playthrough, providing a unique narrative that resonates emotionally with players.
- The game requires multiple playthroughs to reach the ending, which can become repetitive and frustrating as tasks remain largely the same.
- The ending leaves many questions unanswered, which can be unsatisfying for players seeking closure.
- Some technical issues and control frustrations, particularly with keyboard controls, can detract from the overall experience.
- story55 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mix of engaging and repetitive elements, requiring multiple playthroughs to fully appreciate its depth and nuances. While some players found the narrative compelling and emotionally resonant, others criticized it for being thin and marred by technical issues and spoilers. Overall, the art style and character design received praise, but the execution of the story left some players wanting more.
“The story unfolds with each loop, revealing more truth as you go.”
“Lumi's story tugged at my heartstrings, and while it had its flaws, Last Light still left me with a morbidly delightful experience.”
“The story was good enough for me to run through dim and dark mode just to see the true end, and it really just left me wanting more.”
“The pay-off of the story at the end just didn't feel worth it for me.”
“Technical issues ruin the gameplay and the story is paper-thin, with spoiler bombs ruining much of the game's plot in the first fifteen minutes of the game.”
“All in all, the ends really weren't that great and the story was just kind of meh.”
- gameplay43 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally enjoyable, featuring a straightforward stealth-horror mechanic where players navigate narrow corridors while avoiding ghosts, enhanced by unique mechanics like permanent item placement. However, many players find the experience can become repetitive, especially on higher difficulties where the challenge diminishes due to fast health regeneration and predictable enemy behavior. While the atmosphere and art style are praised, some technical issues and a desire for more varied mechanics in gameplay have been noted.
“You'll find yourself sprinting through narrow corridors, trying to escape these spooky ghosts, and the sliding mechanic during the sprint adds a nice thrill to it.”
“The game features mechanics I haven't seen before, like finding helpful items and placing them permanently on the floor, or one-time use keys that unlock any door.”
“I love the gameplay, atmosphere, and the way the creator depicts a character and plot.”
“The game could do better by adding new mechanics into harder difficulties, something that actually makes the game difficult and puts more focus on stealth because even on the hardest difficulty, any ghost can be easily outrun and you have fast regenerating health, so once you beat the game once and get the hang of how the ghosts work, they stop becoming a challenge and are only an annoyance preventing you from beating the game too quickly on your next two playthroughs.”
“Technical issues ruin the gameplay and the story is paper-thin, with spoiler bombs ruining much of the game's plot in the first fifteen minutes of the game.”
“My only complaint on this game is that the movement when running has a 'sliding' effect, which really makes the gameplay difficult, even in easy mode.”
- graphics34 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their beautiful and unique art style, which balances between cute and disturbing elements. Players appreciate the atmospheric design and the integration of voice acting, enhancing the overall experience. While some concerns were raised about the game's price relative to its graphical fidelity, the visual appeal remains a significant draw for many players.
“The art style is spot-on, walking that fine line between cute and disturbing.”
“This game looks gorgeous and the artwork is on point!”
“It has a beautiful art style with amazing voice acting!”
“The biggest thing that's going against Last Light is that price tag: as many players see the graphical fidelity and possible game length, and decide that it's not worth a look.”
“Eye-candy art style.”
“Very pretty art style with a neat storyline.”
- atmosphere18 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its effective use of sound design, artwork, and overall vibe, contributing to a tense and immersive experience, particularly in the horror genre. While many players appreciate the initial impact of the atmosphere, some note that it can diminish in subsequent playthroughs, leading to a repetitive experience. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a strong point, enhancing the gameplay and making the game worth exploring, especially on sale.
“Amazing game, simple and straightforward, awesome art and great atmosphere.”
“First time I played a horror game themed like this, found both its artwork and soundtrack amazing; the sound effects and the design created a great atmosphere, and it was a very enjoyable playthrough.”
“So the second and third playthroughs are just boring repetitive tasks finishing with a worn-off atmosphere effect, leading to a sub-mediocre ending that answers no questions.”
“I especially like how you can tell that most sound recordings were made in what is probably a budget environment, but they were done in such a way that contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.”
“Love the creepy atmosphere and overall vibe of the game.”
- character development4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highlighted by its unique and striking character designs, which blend adorable and horrifying elements. While the story is described as simple, it effectively complements the spooky ambiance, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the game's ability to convey a compelling narrative through its visual style.
“But overall, I love this game, the story that it tells, and most of all the amazing character design.”
“The art is both adorable and horrifying, the character designs are cool, the story was simple, the ambiance is spooky.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game offers some replayability, but its length may deter players seeking value for their time and money, making it potentially less appealing for those prioritizing extensive gameplay.
“While there's some replayability, if length is what really gets you on price, this could be a pass.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music and sound effects in the game are highly praised for their ability to create an immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall horror experience. Players find the soundtrack and artwork to be exceptional, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience.
“The artwork and soundtrack are amazing, and the sound effects and design create a great atmosphere, making for a very enjoyable playthrough.”
