Lightbreak

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Lightbreak is a single player puzzle game with a drama theme. It was developed by Deev Interactive and was released on February 28, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Lightbreak is a story-driven musical puzzle adventure.

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Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

music7 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

LightBreak features a beautiful art style and a relaxing atmosphere, making it a great game to unwind with.
The integration of music and puzzles is unique and engaging, providing a fresh take on the puzzle genre.
The game offers a cozy experience with thoughtful storytelling and clever puzzles that gradually increase in difficulty.

Some puzzles may feel too easy, especially for experienced players, leading to a lack of challenge.
The game ends abruptly, leaving players wanting more and feeling unsatisfied with the conclusion.
There are occasional glitches that can disrupt gameplay, requiring restarts to resolve.

music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its serene and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. Players appreciate the unique integration of musical elements with puzzle-solving, noting that the melodies and ambient soundtrack create a calming backdrop that encourages exploration and creativity. While some technical issues were mentioned, the overall sentiment highlights the music as a standout feature that complements the engaging narrative and clever puzzles.
- “A very relaxing puzzle-solver driven by musical interactions and a suspenseful tale.”
- “I was really impressed by the general atmosphere of the game; the music and backgrounds were really serene and made me feel relaxed.”
- “The music and story are so pretty; it's a great game to wind down with after a long day of stress.”
- “The music aspect isn't focused on conventional rhythm but melody and pitch recognition.”
- “Its a point and click game, but intertwined with soundtrack.”
- “The game delivers both a musical and puzzle experience, both completely breaking genre conventions.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally well-received, praised for its interesting and introspective narrative, unique sound design, and integration with gameplay elements. However, some players found the ending abrupt and unsatisfying, feeling that it lacked a second story arc. Overall, the combination of beautiful artwork, music, and environmental storytelling creates an engaging atmosphere, though some wished for more content.
- “The atmosphere and presentation are really solid, and the story was interesting too.”
- “A cute story as well with pretty artwork, but the sound design integration into the gameplay and story delivery is truly unique in my video game experience.”
- “The story was very introspective and the first person perspective really lets you feel Ava's emotions.”
- “The ending had me scratching my head though, it felt like there should've been a second story arc or something, but it ends pretty suddenly and unsatisfyingly after a really short amount of playtime.”
- “It has tiny details that make playing it very pleasing; I was mostly enjoying the music and the notes rather than following the story, but I wish there were more levels.”
- “The story was very introspective and the first-person perspective really lets you feel Ava's emotions.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and experimental aesthetic, blending elements of high fantasy and hand-drawn artistry. Players appreciate the beautiful art style, which complements the gameplay and enhances the overall experience, making it a standout feature alongside the music and puzzles.
- “This game was amazing: so simple in gameplay, yet so pretty in art style.”
- “The graphics are pretty.”
- “The art style feels like a mix between a high fantasy novel and a painting.”
- “Liminal and aesthetic, enter a dark world of hand-drawn magic.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its solid presentation, serene music, and immersive backgrounds, which contribute to a relaxing experience. Reviewers appreciate how the atmosphere enhances the storytelling and lore, making it a compelling aspect of the game.
- “The atmosphere and presentation are really solid, and the story was interesting too.”
- “I was really impressed by the general atmosphere of the game; the music and backgrounds were really serene and made me feel relaxed.”
- “Either to create an atmosphere, deliver Ava's storyline, or expand on the lore, the details add up.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its simplicity and engaging mechanics, complemented by a unique sound design that enhances the storytelling. Players appreciate the memory fragment puzzles, which offer a learnable and story-driven experience that stands out in the current gaming landscape.
- “This game was amazing: so simple in gameplay, yet so beautiful in art style.”
- “A cute story as well with beautiful artwork, but the sound design integration into the gameplay and story delivery is truly unique in my video game experience.”
- “The memory fragment puzzles have a gameplay loop and solution that is learnable and story-driven, yet can't be compared to much else currently.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have noted that while the game is engaging enough to be completed in one sitting, it is hindered by minor glitches that affect overall stability.
- “It's kind of funny that I could've finished the whole game in one night, more or less, if it weren't for the little glitches I found.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing progress.”
- “I encountered several bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience, leading to frustration and frequent restarts.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's emotional depth, highlighting its serene atmosphere created by the music and backgrounds, which contribute to a relaxing experience.
- “I was really impressed by the overall atmosphere of the game; the music and backgrounds were incredibly serene and made me feel relaxed.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters truly resonated with me, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
- “I found myself deeply moved by the story; it evoked a range of emotions that stayed with me long after I finished playing.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find humor in the game's quirks, noting that minor glitches add an unexpected comedic element to the experience, making it amusing even when it slows down progress.
- “It's kind of funny that I could've finished the whole game in one night, more or less, if it weren't for the little glitches I found.”