Light

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"Light" is a single-player stealth game with a well-crafted plot and impressive game mechanics. As an amnesiac man, you must navigate through a minimalistic world, avoiding detection and using subterfuge to uncover a global conspiracy. With its unique gameplay, atmospheric visuals, and immersive music, "Light" offers a fresh take on the stealth genre. Can you evade capture, solve the mystery, and uncover your true identity?

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

54%

Audience ScoreBased on 214 reviews

story32 positive mentions

replayability4 negative mentions

The game features a minimalist aesthetic that is visually appealing and complements the gameplay.
The stealth mechanics are simple yet effective, allowing for various play styles, including stealthy approaches and direct confrontations.
The soundtrack is enjoyable and enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.

The game is very short, with most players completing it in under an hour, leading to concerns about its value for the price.
The story feels underdeveloped and lacks a satisfying conclusion, leaving players wanting more.
There is limited replayability, as the game does not offer significant incentives to replay levels after completing them.

story
133 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
71%
5%
The game's story is generally viewed as underwhelming, with many players noting its brevity and lack of depth, often feeling incomplete or clichéd. While some found the premise intriguing, the execution left much to be desired, with a narrative that fails to engage or provide a satisfying resolution. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a secondary element to the gameplay, lacking the complexity and immersion that could elevate the experience.
- “The story intrigued me and kept me entertained during the whole span of the game, although it isn’t very complex.”
- “Light is a simplistic stealth game with an interesting story.”
- “The story is also nice where you have lost your memories and are set to acquire more information about yourself and the company that's out to capture you.”
- “Poor storytelling, elementary gameplay, and a short playtime.”
- “The story is simply that you awaken without memories, and as you play, you remember who you are and who has been experimenting with your brain and why.”
- “The plot is the same amnesiac protagonist against an evil corporation story you've heard a million times, with no twists, variations, or details to raise it above every other time you've seen that plot.”
gameplay
115 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
62%
5%
The gameplay is characterized by its minimalist design and simple mechanics, which some players find engaging while others deem it too short and lacking depth. Many reviews highlight the solid mechanics and stealth elements, but criticize the limited content and repetitive nature of the levels, leading to a sense of underwhelming value for the price. Overall, while the gameplay can be fun and challenging, it often feels more like a prototype or demo rather than a fully fleshed-out experience.
- “A minimalist stealth game with simple mechanics that is still challenging with a decent story.”
- “Gameplay was fast-paced and overall had a tense atmosphere.”
- “The gameplay is fairly interesting, but I find myself having to agree that this feels more like a demo than a full game.”
- “Gameplay is okay, but neither the story nor the pace is particularly good or exciting. You can play for the sake of playing and waste some time, but nothing is memorable.”
- “There is just way too little gameplay; my gameplay time is pretty much all idle time to get the cards.”
- “Decent story, enjoyed the design, smooth controls, decent music, but the fact that for 13 bucks you get 30 minutes of gameplay is not worth it at all.”
graphics
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
52%
5%
The graphics of the game "Light" are characterized by a minimalistic and stylized aesthetic, often described as neon or cyberpunk-inspired, which some players find appealing and fitting for the gameplay. While the visuals are generally considered simplistic, they effectively convey the game's mechanics and atmosphere, though opinions vary on their overall quality, with some noting glitches and a lack of depth. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's identity, but their simplicity may not satisfy all players.
- “Light features a very stylish, minimalistic art style underlined by very fitting sound design.”
- “The graphics are sleek and simple, and if you don't like the effects, you can turn them off in the options menu.”
- “The graphics are nice and add to the theme.”
- “It was pretty glitchy graphically, very barebones and it is certainly not worth the asking price.”
- “The stealth is shallow, the hacking is shallow, the plot is shallow, the graphics are bland, and the amount of bugs I encountered was significant for a game not in early access.”
- “From then on everything, the graphics, music, gameplay etc. is very repetitive.”
music
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
45%
6%
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its quality and suitability, often described as chill, ambient, and atmospheric, enhancing the overall experience. Many reviewers noted that the soundtrack is enjoyable on its own and complements the gameplay effectively, with some comparing it to notable titles like "Hotline Miami." However, a few critiques mention that the music can become repetitive over time, and while it adds to the game's appeal, the overall value for gameplay duration has been questioned.
- “The music and story were nice, kinda reminded me of Frozen Synapse, although not as good and different gameplay.”
- “The music is similarly terrific, providing an atmospheric soundtrack with an air of the suspenseful and the ominous, without ever straying too close to downbeat.”
- “This is a great game, with immersive music and a fantastic storyline, yet many people who bought it don't recommend it out of 'it's too short'.”
- “The sound is equally minimalistic, with only a few sound effects being featured, while the music selection is okay and appropriate in the context, but after a while it can get quite irritating.”
- “The unnecessarily pumpy soundtrack would make more sense in an action game, and the overly fast movement makes any real feelings of fear of capture null and void.”
- “But it's not - it's aggressively mediocre in all aspects but the soundtrack.”
replayability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
57%
29%
Overall, the game is criticized for its low replayability, with many users noting that it can be completed in under two hours and lacks incentives for returning after the initial playthrough. While some mention a minimal amount of replay value, the consensus is that the short length and absence of additional content make it difficult to justify the price, especially for those seeking a more substantial experience.
- “Due to the limited replayability, I do not believe the game is worth the current asking price, but if found at 75% off, it would be a good purchase if you like this type of game.”
- “There is a small amount of replay value.”
- “I don't want 100 missions or anything like that, but for $12 and zero replayability, it hit the 2-3 hour mark at least.”
- “However, once you've played it, you've played it; there's really not much replayability to the game, especially not right away.”
- “The price may be the biggest drawback here: $13 is a lot to pay for a 12-level game with limited replay value that can be completed in a few hours if you're not a good player and less than 1 hour if you are.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game exhibits occasional glitches, particularly with AI behavior, which detracts from the overall experience. While the graphics and level design are polished, the presence of numerous bugs and the lack of meaningful consequences for gameplay choices undermine its stability. Players can complete levels quickly, often bypassing challenges due to these issues.
- “The graphics are polished and the levels are relatively bug-free, providing a smooth gaming experience.”
- “The game runs consistently well, with minimal bugs that could disrupt gameplay.”
- “I appreciate the stability of the game, as it allows me to focus on strategy without worrying about technical issues.”
- “There are occasional glitches with the AI.”
- “The game has a lot of glitches.”
- “This is countered with immediate respawns and relatively short levels.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a fast-paced, tense environment complemented by a minimalistic design. The soundtrack enhances this experience, offering a suspenseful and ominous tone that maintains an engaging mood without becoming overly bleak.
- “Gameplay was fast-paced and overall had a tense atmosphere.”
- “A nice game, with minimalistic design and good atmosphere.”
- “The music is similarly terrific, providing an atmospheric soundtrack with an air of suspense and the ominous, without ever straying too close to downbeat.”
- “The atmosphere felt flat and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere was dull and failed to engage me.”
- “I expected a rich environment, but the atmosphere was surprisingly lifeless.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that while the game starts off engaging with its stylized graphics and mix of genres, it quickly devolves into tedious grinding that may deter players. Some suggest it could be worth a purchase at a significant discount for those who enjoy simple stealth mechanics and high score challenges.
- “An interesting 2D top-down scroller, part adventure, action, and stealth game with nice, stylized graphics that started well but soon became just too tedious to hold my interest.”
- “The game just became tedious for me.”
- “I would not recommend this game for its full price (12 euro!!!); however, if you are into simple stealth games and grinding for high scores is enough for you to keep playing, I would see no harm in picking it up at a 90% sale or as part of some Humble Bundle.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in Monaco is characterized as slapstick and silly, effectively lightening the mood of the game, while Stealth is noted for lacking any humor altogether.
- “Whereas Monaco is slapstick silly with humor that seems to be used to lighten the mood, Stealth has none.”
- “The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud throughout the entire game.”
- “The game's humor is cleverly woven into the gameplay, making every mission feel like a hilarious adventure.”