Light Apprentice
- November 10, 2017
- Amazu Media
- 10h median play time
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 a unique comic book presentation that enhances storytelling and engages players.
- The narrative is well-written, with relatable characters and moral choices that impact gameplay.
- The art style and music are praised for their quality, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs that can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustrating experiences.
- Combat mechanics can feel tedious and unbalanced, making battles less enjoyable.
- Achievements and completion tracking are inconsistent, leading to dissatisfaction for players aiming for 100% completion.
- story70 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The story of the game is presented in a comic book style, following the journey of a young man named Nate and a blueling named Tlob as they navigate an environmentalist-themed narrative filled with moral choices that impact gameplay. While the writing is generally well-received for its engaging and poignant themes, some players find the pacing slow and the combat system tedious, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, many players appreciate the relatable characters and the creative storytelling approach, making it a recommended title for RPG fans who enjoy a compelling narrative.
“The story follows a young man from the past named Nate and a blueling called Tlob as they journey across a barren wasteland of a planet to save the environment and the people that live there.”
“Even though the story covers these rather serious topics, it does so in a way that makes it enjoyable yet poignant.”
“This game oozes creativity, genuinely likeable characters (Tlob the blueling holds a special place in my heart) - and a story which does keep pace rather nicely, the gaming equivalent of a real page-turner, where your choices really do feel like they have significant impact.”
“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.”
“The story is a bit heavy-handed with its environmental message and the moral system of 'choices matter' pressures the player to not be a jerk.”
“This first story arc mainly serves to introduce us to the characters and the world around them.”
- gameplay21 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is primarily a point-and-click adventure with a mix of RPG elements, featuring simple mechanics that allow for exploration, item collection, and combat. While the combat can feel repetitive and clunky, especially on the pacifist route, the game offers a unique storytelling experience enhanced by its comic book art style. Players appreciate the choices that impact gameplay, although some mechanics disrupt the flow of the main game.
“I enjoy games where 'choices matter' and in this RPG they can literally affect which skills you can and cannot use in battle, which helps shape your characters and gameplay styles.”
“The combat mechanics are very well executed, similar to other turn-based games such as Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, and Stick of Truth.”
“The 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 different skills.”
“The biggest problem with the gameplay though is how the battles were so boring and samey (especially when you take the pacifist route).”
“The clunky mechanics, the limited options for combat, and the way you navigate in adventure mode (while inventive and a nice idea) sometimes transition poorly.”
“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.”
- graphics16 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are widely praised for their colorful and inviting art style, which features a unique comic book presentation that enhances both the aesthetic and storytelling. While the artwork is described as beautiful and expressive, some players have noted minor graphical glitches that can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, appealing to gamers of all ages with their charming and relatable designs.
“The game’s comic book presentation is strong, both as a really cool aesthetic as well as a storytelling device, and the story itself is one that is well worth reading.”
“The artwork is colorful and inviting, perfect for gamers of all ages.”
“This title (at the time of writing) still has a degree of things that need patching: small bug fixes, control elements and occasional graphics glitches which can - if unprepared - detract from the overall experience.”
“I honestly have nothing negative to say at all in terms of graphics and audio, for a game originally on mobile devices it ports beautifully to the PC.”
“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.”
- music11 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its fitting and emotional soundtrack, enhancing both cut-scenes and combat with adrenaline-pumping tracks. While some users noted a desire for more variety, the overall consensus highlights the beautiful and enjoyable music that complements the game's aesthetics and storytelling effectively.
“The music in cut-scenes drives the emotion and the music in combat mode has your adrenaline pumping.”
“If you are looking for a great take on classic RPG adventure games with an amazing story, adorable graphics, relatable characters, and lovely music, this is the game for you.”
“The game has no voice acting in it but does have a wonderful soundtrack that fits the aesthetics very well.”
“The music in cut-scenes drives the emotion, and the music in combat mode has your adrenaline pumping.”
“Fantastic game, but I would love more music.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game exhibits some stability issues, including minor bugs, control problems, and occasional graphics glitches, which can impact the overall experience. However, as it is still in early access, players have noted that there are no game-breaking issues at this time.
“I’ll also mention that the game can be pretty buggy at times.”
“This title (at the time of writing) still has a degree of things that need patching: small bug fixes, control elements, and occasional graphics glitches which can, if unprepared, detract from the overall experience.”
“As it’s still early access, there may be some glitches, but I didn’t find any game-breaking ones.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Grinding in the game is a polarizing experience; some players enjoy the challenge and find it engaging, while others find it tedious and exhausting. The absence of random encounters makes grinding less straightforward, as character stats are heavily influenced by gear that must be found rather than purchased. Overall, opinions on grinding vary significantly among players.
“You’ll either love them or hate them; I was personally alright with them, but they became tedious.”
“There are no random encounters, so grinding isn’t easy, and your stats are directly affected by the gear your character wears, which you can’t purchase, only find.”
“Because while there are people out there who find the exercise fun (I being among them), there's a whole host of others who will find it very tedious and very tiring very fast.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a strong emotional connection with the characters and NPCs, highlighting the game's four playable chapters as part of a touching and engaging adventure that resonates deeply.
“There is a strong emotional connection with the characters and NPCs.”
“The four playable chapters tell a story about an adventure that is not only engaging but also touching.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Character development in this volume is limited, primarily offering basic insights into the characters' personalities through flashbacks, particularly for Nate, but lacks deeper exploration or growth.
“While we get some flashbacks for Nate, this volume doesn’t have much in the way of character development aside from showing us their basic personalities.”
“The characters feel one-dimensional and lack any meaningful growth throughout the story.”
“I was disappointed by the lack of depth in the character arcs; they seem to stagnate rather than evolve.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its simple and engaging writing, which blends lighthearted moments with darker themes, creating a dynamic narrative that can be both funny and poignant.
“The writing is simple and fun, featuring a nice and enthralling story that can be simple, dark, funny, or even sad at times.”
“The humor in the game is cleverly woven into the narrative, making even the darkest moments feel lighthearted.”
“I love how the game balances humor with serious themes, creating a unique and engaging experience.”
