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Lightkeeper's Curse

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60%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, humor
story, gameplay
100% User Score Based on 11 reviews

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Lightkeeper's Curse is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Shire Brew Studios and was released on October 9, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Lightkeeper’s Curse is a horror puzzle game where you explore a dark, cursed castle using limited light orbs to keep a deadly monster at bay. Solve environmental puzzles, manage your light carefully, and stay out of the shadows...or die in them.Key Features Challenging puzzles: Solve interconnected environmental puzzles that test logic and observation. Immersive atmosphere and sound design: Dyna…

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews
atmosphere1 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • Engaging puzzle design that challenges players while maintaining a fun atmosphere.
  • Short playtime of 2-3 hours makes it a refreshing choice in an era of endless content.
  • Eerie ambiance and clever jump scares create a tense experience that keeps players on their toes.
  • Lacks a deeper story, which could enhance the overall experience.
  • Some levels can be frustratingly difficult, particularly the later ones.
  • The game leans more towards puzzles than horror, which may not satisfy those looking for a traditional horror experience.
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is engaging and enhances the overall experience, with players encouraged to discover hidden scrolls that reveal intriguing narrative elements. While some fans desire a more developed storyline akin to "Amnesia," the existing background story is appreciated for its depth and ability to captivate players.

    • “I highly recommend reading the scrolls you'll find hidden throughout the levels as there is a story going on in the background that improves the experience.”
    • “There is a story to follow that was actually interesting and I was looking forward to finding the next scroll that contained it.”
    • “I'm a big fan of the game; I like the idea of the puzzles, which gives me Amnesia vibes. However, I would love to see a more developed story added, similar to Amnesia, perhaps with more notes scattered around for greater engagement on that side.”
    • “I highly recommend reading the scrolls you'll find hidden throughout the levels, as there is a story going on in the background that improves the experience.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay features a gradual learning curve, with the first two levels designed to be easier in order to familiarize players with the mechanics.

    • “The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of challenge and reward.”
    • “I love how the controls are intuitive, making it easy to pick up and play.”
    • “The first two levels are intentionally easier to introduce the player to the mechanics.”
    • “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “The controls are unresponsive at times, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is characterized by smartly designed, challenging puzzles intertwined with subtle horror elements, resulting in a tense and stressful environment that maintains a constant sense of unease.

    • “The puzzles are smartly designed, challenging, and the subtle horror elements create a tense, stressful atmosphere that keeps you on your toes.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its effective use of jump scares, which not only elicit genuine fright but also provoke laughter among players and their friends, creating a fun and entertaining atmosphere.

    • “It had a few really good jump scares that had my friends all laughing at me as I played through this for them.”
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Lightkeeper's Curse is a casual simulation game.

Lightkeeper's Curse is available on PC and Windows.

Lightkeeper's Curse was released on October 9, 2025.

Lightkeeper's Curse was developed by Shire Brew Studios.

Lightkeeper's Curse has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its story.

Lightkeeper's Curse is a single player game.

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