Light Apprentice
- November 10, 2017
- Amazu Media
It's painfully obvious that the game was initially a mobile game, and the PC port doesn't do much to accommodate for the new platform. The quick-time events that pervade the combat turn the game into a chore, and there isn't really any part that makes the grind worth it.
Get on SteamIn "Light Apprentice" , play as Nate, a Light Apprentice, in a comic-gamebook hybrid experience. After 300 years of sleep, Nate must save a war-torn Ethenia and restore its environment with the help of other Apprentices. Your choices and actions significantly impact the story and combat, shaping Nate's journey and consequences in this RPG adventure.
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Reviews
- The game features beautiful art and music that enhance the overall experience.
- It offers a fun and engaging story with moral choices that can affect the gameplay.
- The unique comic book style presentation makes it feel like you're playing through a graphic novel.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and technical issues that can hinder gameplay.
- Combat mechanics can be tedious and slow, making progress feel frustrating.
- There are flaws in the achievement system and difficulty progression, which can be disappointing for completionists.
- story24 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story of the game is described as enjoyable and engaging, featuring a mix of simple, dark, funny, and sad elements, with moral choices that add depth, though they lack the complexity found in other titles. Its unique comic book aesthetic enhances the narrative experience, making it appealing for RPG fans and those who appreciate a fun story. However, some players find the pacing slow due to combat mechanics, which may detract from the overall enjoyment of the story.
“Recommended for RPG fans that want a fun story that makes you want to come back and replay it.”
“From the cartoony art style of the characters to how the whole story is told using speech bubbles and pop-up text, to how every cutscene and even gameplay sections are transitioned using comic book panels, every detail has been fine-tuned to give off this vibe of colorful comic book goodness.”
“But where Avatar was sort of Disneyfied in its storytelling, Light Apprentice is a little darker, allowing you to choose whether to kill or spare your opponents and even decide on some other moral choices throughout the plot.”
“It may have an okay story, but I don't have the patience to stick with it - the combat mini-game system of fighting just makes the progress way too slow.”
“Story-wise, Light Apprentice is your basic fantasy affair, though with some slight alterations to make things a little more interesting.”
“These moral choices spice up the story, though they're not really as complex as we've seen in other games like The Walking Dead, nor are they played around with like they were in Undertale.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their beautiful, colorful, and unique art style, which features a simple, manga-like aesthetic. The use of comic book panels for transitions and storytelling enhances the overall experience, allowing for expressive character emotions even in still images. This distinctive visual approach sets the game apart from its contemporaries, contributing to a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.
“The art style is simple and manga-like, colorful, and sometimes big or minimalistic. Despite the simplistic chibi-like art, you can describe emotion on the faces and gestures of the main characters, even in still images.”
“What sets this game apart from its contemporaries is the unique art style and overall aesthetic of the game and story.”
“From the cartoony art style of the characters to how the whole story is told using speech bubbles and pop-up text, every cutscene and gameplay section is transitioned using comic book panels. Every detail has been fine-tuned to give off a vibe of colorful comic book goodness.”
“From the cartoony art style of the characters to how the whole story is told using speech bubbles and pop-up text, to how every cutscene and even gameplay sections are transitioned using comic book panels, every detail has been fine-tuned to give off this vibe of colorful comic book goodness.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as fun, addictive, and RPG-like, featuring simple controls and a variety of minigame events that enhance skill development. While the combat mechanics are well-executed and progressively complex, some players find the requirement to engage in side activities disrupts the main game flow. The vibrant comic book art style and narrative presentation further enrich the overall experience.
“Gameplay is fun, addictive, and RPG-like. It's simple and only requires the mouse or one controller, with few buttons, a descriptive tutorial, and different 'minigame events' for various skills.”
“The combat mechanics are very well executed, similar to other turn-based games such as Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, and Stick of Truth.”
“To a lesser annoyance, this mechanic also forces you to exit the main game mode and play what basically amounts to a side activity before you can continue, which breaks the flow of the game somewhat.”
“It starts off simple enough but quickly becomes more complex and difficult as more characters are introduced and new combat mechanics are thrown in.”
“The gameplay can feel disjointed at times, especially when transitioning between different mechanics and character abilities.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as beautiful and effectively changes to match the tone of each scene. While some tracks may be repetitive, they are enjoyable and fun to listen to.
“Beautiful music that changes to set the tone with each scene. Even though there is some repetitive music, the tracks are good and fun to listen to.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its simple and engaging writing, which blends various tones, including dark and light-hearted moments. Players appreciate the balance of funny and sad elements within the story, contributing to an entertaining experience.
“The writing is simple and fun, featuring a nice and engaging story that can be sometimes simple, sometimes dark, sometimes funny, and sometimes sad.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Grinding in the game elicits mixed reactions; some players enjoy the repetitive nature of the activity, finding it engaging and fun, while others quickly perceive it as tedious and exhausting.
“While some players find the grinding exercise enjoyable, many others will quickly find it tedious and exhausting.”
“While some players enjoy the grind, a significant number will find it to be a repetitive and tiring experience.”
