Liminal Void
- August 23, 2024
- Jeistar
Get on Steam"Liminal Void" is a dark, chaotic spellcasting game where you play as a member of the Liminal Layer Society, fighting entities from the Void to protect reality. You can choose from four characters, each with their own playstyles and spells, and work towards multiple endings. The game features intense flashing lights, screen effects, and post effects, and requires the collection of Sigils to progress. Dying is part of the experience and brings you closer to the Void Gods.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and visually stunning art style that captures a chaotic, late-aughts internet aesthetic.
- The soundtrack is highly praised, with many considering it one of the best aspects of the game, enhancing the overall atmosphere.
- There is a lot of potential in the game's concept and mechanics, with engaging character writing and a creative approach to gameplay.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and technical issues, making it nearly unplayable in its current state.
- Gameplay mechanics are poorly explained, leading to confusion and frustration for players trying to understand how to progress.
- Despite its interesting premise, the game feels unfinished and lacks the polish expected from a full release, leaving many players disappointed.
- gameplay23 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is described as having immense potential but currently suffers from a lack of polish, confusing mechanics, and numerous bugs. Players find the tutorial overwhelming and poorly structured, leading to frustration with the game's mechanics and controls. Despite these issues, the unique art style and core concepts are praised, suggesting that with further development, the gameplay could become more engaging and enjoyable.
“I really like the visuals, gameplay, atmosphere, and overall vibe of this game, and I'm certain that it will live up to its potential in time.”
“This game is incredibly unique, in its art style, gameplay, and soundtrack, and hell, even its UI, which I personally find to be amazing.”
“The actual gameplay is pretty fun when the game is working as intended though!”
“Another major problem is that the tutorial of the game is split into a text tutorial and a pseudo-gameplay tutorial. First, you read a few pages about the game mechanics, then you get a tutorial room to test some of the features you read before the game actually starts.”
“With the gameplay feeling very unfinished, I feel like there should've been a free demo or a tag for early access. This game has absolutely insane potential and the dev seems like they have very good ideas of where to take it, but from a gameplay standpoint, it just lacks so much polish at the moment.”
“Its extremely janky, buggy, and glitchy; the hitboxes are buggy and incredibly inconsistent. Even the dev themselves admit that sometimes some game mechanics simply won't work and they're trying to fix that currently.”
- graphics21 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and immersive aesthetic, blending early 2000s internet culture with horror elements, creating a visually striking experience. However, many reviewers note that while the visuals are compelling, they are often marred by technical issues such as glitches and unclear animations, which detract from the overall gameplay experience. Despite these shortcomings, the game's atmosphere and artistic style have garnered a dedicated following, with players eager to see future improvements.
“I love the early 2000s sub-internet style, like if you took LiveJournal, DeviantArt, and rave visuals and this game seemed to have mashed them together into a horror-themed dungeon crawler.”
“Visually, the game is super strong and was the main selling point for me; it looks great, feels great, and I love the aesthetics.”
“This game is incredibly unique in its art style, gameplay, and soundtrack, and even its UI, which I personally find to be amazing.”
“Completely unfinished game. I love the concept, story, and visuals, but the gameplay is completely unplayable.”
“Additionally, because of the unfortunate physics and difficult to digest visuals, it's hard to be scared or unnerved when you really just have very little clue what's going on.”
“Now if you're looking for a well-rounded and polished game with this aesthetic, either hold off until most of the issues and bugs are resolved by the developer, or skip this game.”
- music16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its unique style and integration with the visuals and overall aesthetic. The soundtrack is described as exceptional, featuring "banger after banger" and creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience. Players express a strong desire for the official release of the original soundtrack, highlighting its standout quality and contribution to the game's charm.
“I absolutely love the art design here and the absolute insanity and hope to see future updates for this (please release the OST on Steam, I beg of you).”
“The soundtrack is a lot better than I expected, and I hope the OST will be available one day; it has some great bangers.”
“The soundtrack is banger after banger, and the ambiance in this game is disorienting and unnerving, which is perfect for what this game is going for.”
“There's even a 'chill' mode in the game where it turns off most of the spooky scares so you can listen to the music and just mindlessly play 'on legal recreational substances,' as the developer puts it!”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story is character-driven, featuring edgy and relatable figures that resonate with players, particularly through themes of mental illness, suicide, and isolation. While the narrative is praised for its mature exploration of modern issues, some users note that the game feels unfinished, impacting overall gameplay. Despite its flaws, there is optimism that the story could evolve into a cult classic worthy of in-depth analysis.
“Most of the story revolves around the characters, so if you like edgy yet relatable characters (I really like Gary since he's the loner type), then I think you'll enjoy this game.”
“Part of the reason why it's so engaging is that this game isn't going for a politically correct or particularly safe plot; it tackles bold themes and events.”
“Though I still think the story is a fairly mature exploration of modern themes of mental illness, suicide, and isolation in the contemporary era.”
“Part of the reason why it's so obvious is that this game isn't going PC or particularly safe in its plot and what's happening in it.”
“Completely unfinished game. I love the concept, story, and visuals, but the gameplay is completely unplayable.”
“Though I still think the story is a fairly mature exploration of modern themes of mental illness, suicide, and isolation in the modern era.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game currently suffers from significant stability issues, including numerous bugs, glitches, and inconsistent hitboxes, which the developers acknowledge and are actively working to fix. While these problems hinder the overall experience, some players remain hopeful for future improvements and encourage others to support indie developers.
“At the moment, I can't fully recommend this game, as it's still in a fairly buggy state. However, I really want to see where this game goes, and if you also want to see where it goes, then this is a good time to 'vote with your wallet' against mainstream titles and towards actual passionate creative indie developers, exhibiting gaming as an art.”
“It's extremely janky, buggy, and glitchy. The hitboxes are buggy and incredibly inconsistent. Even the developers admit that sometimes some game mechanics simply won't work, and they're trying to fix that currently.”
“Speaking of glitches and bugs, there are many.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with users rating it a 4/10, indicating significant room for improvement. While some players have not experienced technical issues and appreciate the developer's responsiveness, many are hopeful for future performance updates to enhance the overall experience. Despite these concerns, the game's concept is highly praised, suggesting that it has great potential once optimization is addressed.
“I haven't encountered any technical or performance issues; the few that have and reported on the forums got a reply from the dev, so there is that.”
“Tl;dr - 10/10 concept, 4/10 optimization (as of the time of this review [12-3-24]), worth buying at any time, if only to support the dev as they make it reach the potential that it really can.”
“While performance optimization and updates are on the horizon, the bones of this frenzied oneiric afterlife of a dungeon crawler is everything one could ask for if the mimetic grasp of the aforementioned sources lingered within you and yet yearn for that tumultuous grasp for meaning.”
“While performance optimization and updates are on the horizon, the bones of this frenzied oneiric afterlife of a dungeon crawler is everything one could ask for if the mimetic grasp of the aforementioned sources lingered within you and yet yearn for that tumultuous grasp for meaning.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its captivating visuals, aesthetic appeal, and engaging soundtrack, creating an immersive experience that enhances gameplay. Players appreciate the overall vibe, suggesting that it contributes significantly to the game's potential and enjoyment.
“I really like the visuals, gameplay, atmosphere, and overall vibe of this game, and I'm certain that it will live up to its potential in time.”
“I loved the aesthetic, atmosphere, and the soundtrack is absolutely fantastic.”
“Really atmospheric experience; during my first playthrough, I stumbled my way to the end (lol).”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is highlighted by its witty writing and visually engaging elements, making it an entertaining experience. However, some players find the gameplay short and express frustration with the challenge of defeating the final bosses.
“The writing in the game is kind of hilarious to me.”
“It's a funny, visually stimulating game. The game is pretty short, and to be honest, I haven't found a way to attack the final bosses yet.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy has been criticized as a cash grab, with users expressing frustration over the developer's focus on advertising rather than delivering a functional product.
“Clearly a cash grab scam because all this time the developer has been paying to advertise something that doesn’t, and will never, be a working product.”
“The monetization model is so aggressive that it feels like the game is designed to squeeze every penny out of players rather than provide a fun experience.”
“It's frustrating to see that progress in the game is heavily gated behind paywalls, making it nearly impossible to enjoy without spending money.”
