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LIMSCAPE : THE LIMINAL SPACE EXPLORER

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85%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, gameplay
optimization
85% User Score Based on 52 reviews

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LIMSCAPE : THE LIMINAL SPACE EXPLORER is a single player simulation game. It was developed by SMOOTHEA and was released on June 26, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

LIMSCAPE: THE LIMINAL SPACE EXPLORER invites you to wander through surreal, quiet environments like hotels, metro systems, and office buildings, blending exploration with light puzzle elements. You can simply enjoy the atmosphere or reshape the world using intuitive controls for swimming, climbing, and interacting. Each stage contains hidden messages, creating a mysterious and calming journey at your own pace.

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LIMSCAPE : THE LIMINAL SPACE EXPLORER screenshot
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LIMSCAPE : THE LIMINAL SPACE EXPLORER screenshot
LIMSCAPE : THE LIMINAL SPACE EXPLORER screenshot
LIMSCAPE : THE LIMINAL SPACE EXPLORER screenshot
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85%
Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews
atmosphere5 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • The game features stunning graphics and a beautifully crafted atmosphere, making it one of the best liminal space games available.
  • It offers a unique exploration experience without the pressure of being chased, allowing players to fully immerse themselves in the eerie environments.
  • The inclusion of a sandbox mode allows for creative freedom, enabling players to build their own levels and expand the game's content.
  • The game suffers from performance issues and bugs, including major control problems that can hinder gameplay.
  • Some players found the level design to be lacking in depth, with many areas feeling like featureless concrete rooms without engaging architecture or puzzles.
  • There are reports of optimization issues, even on high-end systems, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • atmosphere
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its surreal and exploratory qualities, distinguishing it from typical liminal space games by offering a more inviting and playful experience. While the sound design may not reach the highest standards, the unique environments and beautiful visuals create a deeply immersive and unsettling atmosphere that captivates players. Overall, the developers have successfully crafted a dreamlike ambiance that encourages exploration and enhances the game's identity.

    • “Best among the liminal games, the colors, the atmosphere... everything is perfect.”
    • “The result is an atmosphere that feels more exploratory and surreal than outright oppressive, and it works beautifully.”
    • “First, it does very well what it sets out to do—it immerses you in a series of deeply atmospheric, dreamlike mazes, where you can explore and wander at your own pace.”
    • “The sound design is a little bit behind the standard, but it's still good enough to give me goosebumps on several occasions, adding to the overall atmosphere.”
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its innovative mechanics and immersive, peaceful exploration, allowing players to engage with a fully interactive environment without the pressure of traditional objectives. The unique sandbox mode and the surreal, trippy elements contribute to a fun and captivating experience, making it a standout title in its genre. Overall, players appreciate the game's ability to create a tranquil yet engaging atmosphere.

    • “Great gameplay mechanics and just very peaceful.”
    • “Lots of unique and innovative game mechanics for this type of game.”
    • “The environment is fully interactive, and strange things happen soon enough, but you never feel rushed to fulfill any gameplay goals.”
    • “The mechanics in some of the rooms are inconsistent, with sounds and objects randomly moving, which can be disorienting.”
    • “The gameplay can feel aimless at times, lacking clear objectives and direction.”
    • “While the sandbox mode offers some unique experiences, the overall gameplay can feel repetitive and uninspired.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their astonishing beauty and ability to capture the unsettling atmosphere of liminal spaces, making them a major highlight. While the graphics engine performs smoothly with only rare bugs, some users note that the unique environments and visuals compensate for any minor performance hiccups, allowing even those with modest hardware to enjoy the experience. Overall, the game's graphics contribute significantly to its immersive quality.

    • “The graphics of this game are astonishing.”
    • “The beautiful graphics are a major highlight, perfectly capturing the unsettling beauty of these liminal spaces.”
    • “The unique environments, unsettling atmosphere, and beautiful visuals more than compensate for the performance hiccups.”
    • “This is 100% in my top 3 liminal games, but graphics is not what I'm talking about.”
  • optimization
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it can achieve impressive frame rates on high-end hardware, such as 120 fps at 4K with a 4090 using DLSS, there are still performance dips in certain areas. However, the developers have provided a range of visual and scalability options that cater well to players with modest devices, making it accessible despite its optimization challenges. Ultimately, the stunning visuals and engaging atmosphere help mitigate the performance issues for many players.

    • “Performance-wise, it ran well above 100 fps with an AMD 8-core and an RTX 3080, and it looked amazing. There were some areas, however, where the fps tanked for a bit, but that's okay; adjust your settings accordingly!”
    • “Secondly, and most importantly for those who run on pretty modest devices, the developer has done an excellent optimization job, also offering a good menu of visual and scalability options—something most developers of this kind of game don't give much thought to.”
    • “The performance is, unfortunately, poorly optimized: even on a high-end 4090, while still being able to achieve a smooth 120fps at 4k, it requires using DLSS performance and frame generation, using the epic preset.”
    • “Despite the optimization issues, this is a must-play for fans of the genre.”
    • “The unique environments, unsettling atmosphere, and beautiful visuals more than compensate for the performance hiccups.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is noted for its subtlety, enhancing the experience without overwhelming the player, and is complemented by a focus on creative problem-solving rather than distractions from aggressive sound elements. Players appreciate the absence of intrusive audio, allowing for a more immersive and thoughtful gameplay experience.

    • “The music perfectly complements the atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience without being overwhelming.”
    • “I love how the soundtrack creates an immersive environment, making each moment feel special.”
    • “The sound design is fantastic, with each track adding depth to the gameplay and keeping me engaged.”
    • “I did it, got to the window overlooking the earth, got the music but no credits.”
    • “No stupid entities chasing you, no blaring music, just a few fun surprises and a game that makes you try to think of unique ways to complete and get out of the various levels.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is criticized for its absence, with reviewers noting a lack of engaging narrative, architectural design, or puzzles, resulting in a monotonous experience characterized by featureless concrete environments.

  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be profoundly impactful, describing it as one of the most inspiring experiences they've encountered in the backrooms genre, enhanced by its visual presentation.

    • “Probably the most emotional and visually inspiring experience I've had in a backrooms game.”
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LIMSCAPE : THE LIMINAL SPACE EXPLORER is a simulation game.

LIMSCAPE : THE LIMINAL SPACE EXPLORER is available on PC and Windows.

LIMSCAPE : THE LIMINAL SPACE EXPLORER was released on June 26, 2025.

LIMSCAPE : THE LIMINAL SPACE EXPLORER was developed by SMOOTHEA.

LIMSCAPE : THE LIMINAL SPACE EXPLORER has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its optimization.

LIMSCAPE : THE LIMINAL SPACE EXPLORER is a single player game.

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