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Lightseekers

70%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, monetization
70% User Score Based on 221 reviews

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Lightseekers is a strategy-based trading card game that can be played both multiplayer and single-player, with a focus on player-vs-player battles. The game takes place in the diverse fantasy world of Tantos, where players can choose from over 100 heroes and construct their own unique deck to determine the future of this magical planet. With fast-paced, tactical gameplay and immersive lore, Lightseekers offers a rich and engaging experience for both casual and experienced players.

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70%
Audience ScoreBased on 221 reviews
gameplay10 positive mentions
monetization14 negative mentions
  • Lightseekers offers a unique gameplay mechanic with a rotating card system that sets it apart from traditional TCGs.
  • The game is accessible for newcomers to card games, with simple rules and a casual pace, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.
  • The integration of physical and digital cards through a scanning feature is a standout aspect, allowing players to use their real-life collections in the game.
  • The game suffers from a poor mobile port experience on PC, with a bad UI, slow animations, and a lack of essential features like deck editing.
  • There are significant balance issues and a heavy pay-to-win aspect, making it difficult for free-to-play players to progress without spending money.
  • The player base is very low, leading to matchmaking issues and a lack of engaging multiplayer experiences, which contributes to the perception of the game being 'dead'.
  • gameplay
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this card game is characterized by unique mechanics and a well-paced learning curve, making it accessible for casual players while still offering strategic depth. However, some users find the mechanics overly complicated and the card designs lacking in variety and depth. Despite these criticisms, the game provides a wealth of single-player content and engaging multiplayer options, appealing to fans of the genre.

    • “Lightseekers is a light and enjoyable trading card game with unique gameplay mechanics.”
    • “And that just the gameplay itself, the other thing that makes me so happy is there is so much single-player content. I played so many card games in my day that were made for PS1, PS2, or GBA, and they don't have near the content in this game. This is a free game, and if you're into card games like Yu-Gi-Oh for GBA or PSP to play single-player, this game has so much to do; it's crazy how amazing this is.”
    • “A lot of thought went into designing gameplay and software; give it a try even if you have some preconceptions about it, you won't regret it!”
    • “There are times where some of the more advanced rules and mechanics are not explained very well, which is a bit of a negative.”
    • “Secondly, the game's mechanics are flawed; the cards are completely bland. Without creatures, actual combat, or any depth of strategy, this is by far the worst card game I have ever had the displeasure of picking up.”
    • “It's overcomplicated due to rotating card mechanics and cards that need to shuffle specific card types from your hand to be played.”
  • story
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story mode features challenging missions that can be tackled without excessive spending, allowing players to earn cards and build decks through various missions. However, many users find the campaign missions frustratingly difficult, often feeling that significant monetary investment is required to progress. Despite these challenges, the game offers a generous gold yield from missions, making it possible for free-to-play players to advance without relying solely on player-versus-player matches.

    • “Cards are easy to earn/build decks with to take down a load of cool challenges and story mode in the game.”
    • “But as a free-to-play game, you can actually work your way up and earn through missions which aren't necessarily relegated to player matches.”
    • “Of course, spending some money will give you an edge, but the gold yield from missions is quite generous making it possible to get things for free.”
    • “I love the concept of this game and have enjoyed playing it; however, the game is basically dead. It lags a lot even with my 300 up and 300 down. Also, the campaigns are unbeatable. I take it you could win if you plowed hundreds of pounds into the game, which I cannot afford to do. I have been gaining cards slowly doing normal missions, but still, it is impossible to beat the campaigns. Even the first one of the campaign is just stupid.”
    • “I don't want to farm PvP arena to do quests in order to get currency.”
    • “Of course, spending some money will give you an edge, but the gold yield from missions is quite generous, making it possible to get things for free.”
  • monetization
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of Lightseekers has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with players feeling that the game is a low-quality mobile app poorly adapted for Steam. Many reviews highlight the necessity of spending money to progress, particularly in acquiring better cards, which detracts from the overall experience. The game's monetization strategy has contributed to a rapid decline in player numbers, reinforcing the perception of it as a failed and exploitative venture.

    • “Lightseekers is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a cash grab by greedy mobile devs. This mobile app is a CCG, basically a weak ripoff of Magic: The Gathering or Hearthstone, only much worse.”
    • “There's a lightweight single-player campaign, and it's difficult to do that without paying up for better cards... it's a cash grab scam, guys.”
    • “SteamDB shows concurrent player numbers only peaked at less than 200 players at launch and that number dropped sharply after gamers saw this was just a mobile app cash grab, and a bad one at that.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally praised for their colorful and positive artwork, but some users find the card descriptions too small and difficult to read. Additionally, the cartoonish style has received mixed feedback, with some feeling it is not suitable for older audiences.

    • “The artwork is colorful and positive.”
    • “Graphics are nice; however, the descriptions on the cards themselves are a bit small and hard to read sometimes.”
    • “I don't appreciate these cartoonish visuals for 7-year-old kids.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting a lack of engaging content beyond social matches and a dead PvP arena. Many feel that the game is not worth the time investment unless players are willing to spend significantly on card packs, leading to a perception of it being unfulfilling and potentially abandoned on PC.

    • “I have also noticed no one plays the PvP arena side; the only matches I can get are in social. I hate to say it, but I believe this game is dead on PC before it has even started fully. There is no RPG with maps to play or do anything else, so apart from grinding social matches, this game is just not worth playing. Do not waste your time unless you want to fork out tons of money on card packs.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers express a desire for more impactful music that enhances the game's atmosphere, alongside a call for additional elements like blood, gore, and epic soundscapes. The emphasis on "great music" suggests that the current soundtrack may not fully meet player expectations for an immersive experience.

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