LIT: Bend the Light

About

LIT: Bend the Light is a single player casual simulation game with a kids theme. It was developed by Copperglass and was released on May 15, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

"LIT: Bend the Light" is a captivating puzzle game that challenges players to manipulate and direct beams of light to solve increasingly complex levels. Using a variety of mirrors, prisms, and other tools, players must bend, split, and combine light to hit targets and unlock new levels. With its beautiful visuals and satisfying gameplay mechanics, "LIT: Bend the Light" is a delightful and engaging experience for players of all ages.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player

Skip User Reviews

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 296 reviews

graphics44 positive mentions

grinding8 negative mentions

Beautiful visuals and soothing soundtrack create a relaxing atmosphere.
Engaging mechanics with multiple solutions encourage creative problem-solving.
Short playtime with 31 puzzles that can be completed quickly, making it easy to pick up and play.

Controls can be finicky and imprecise, making it difficult to achieve the desired angles.
The game feels short, with many puzzles easily solved in under 10 minutes.
Lack of a level tracking system can lead to frustration when trying to remember previous solutions.

graphics
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
31%
4%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and aesthetic appeal, featuring a charming steampunk style and impressive light effects that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the simplicity and clarity of the visuals, which contribute to a satisfying gameplay experience, while the combination of delightful graphics and pleasant sound design creates an engaging atmosphere. Overall, the game's visuals are considered a standout feature, elevating its status as an aesthetically pleasing puzzle game.
- “One of the more aesthetically pleasing puzzle games out there.”
- “The visuals are simple but the light effects are gorgeous.”
- “This is a great little puzzle game with excellent visuals!”
- “The visuals are simple but effective, and the minimalistic approach to the music (with long periods of silence) is an interesting choice which may help to avoid the frustration of hearing a backing track looping over and over.”
- “The graphics give a rather steampunky aesthetic, which I liked.”
- “Graphics are well done, no bugs encountered.”
music
59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
39%
5%
The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing experience of the gameplay. Reviewers appreciate the gentle soundtrack that adapts to player actions, as well as the minimalistic approach that avoids repetitive loops. Overall, the combination of delightful music and engaging puzzles contributes significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
- “The music is gentle and well done; it adapts nicely to what you are doing.”
- “The music is marvelous and supports the very relaxing mood of this game!”
- “Relaxing puzzle game with a great and atmospheric soundtrack!”
- “The visuals are simple but effective, and the minimalistic approach to the music (with long periods of silence) is an interesting choice which may help to avoid the frustration of hearing a backing track looping over and over.”
- “Very relaxing game with heartwarming music.”
- “The soundtrack and atmosphere of the game are also way beyond that of any other simple puzzle game I've played.”
gameplay
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
49%
5%
The gameplay is characterized by unique and innovative mechanics that challenge players with a variety of puzzles, enhanced by beautiful visuals and a captivating soundtrack. However, some players find the level design lacking, leading to a sense of repetitiveness and boredom over time. Overall, while the core mechanics are praised for their creativity and intuitiveness, there are calls for more diverse levels and features like a level editor to extend the gameplay experience.
- “The music is great, the mechanics work flawlessly, and the levels offer great variety.”
- “Fantastic graphics and amazing soundtrack make this game great, but it's the gameplay which makes it super-duper.”
- “The mechanics are easy and intuitive to understand, and I like the variety of the levels, offering many different layouts with multiple solutions.”
- “Ok, the idea is good and unusual, but overall gameplay was a bit boring to me, mostly due to the idea of 'different solutions' to the same puzzle as it does not seem to be thought over properly.”
- “Too much of the same mechanics gets super tedious after a while.”
- “But apart from the gameplay, everything is slow here.”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly due to issues with object selection and repetitive mechanics. The level resets can lead to confusion and additional frustration, especially when trying to replicate previous solutions. Overall, the experience becomes increasingly monotonous as players progress.
- “Gets really tedious/frustrating towards the end.”
- “Too much of the same mechanics gets super tedious after a while (I'm looking at you, Mindsight).”
- “The level resets after you get one, so it's sometimes confusing or tedious if you forget or have to set up a solution that is similar to the previous one.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players express a desire for deeper storytelling in puzzle games, noting that they often lose interest in those lacking a narrative. Many reviewers emphasize the importance of a compelling backstory to enhance engagement and provide a richer gaming experience.
- “I would love to see increased depth of storytelling.”
- “Although I love puzzles, I don't play many pure puzzle games (those without any kind of story) and most do not hold my interest for long.”
- “[Give me some dark backstory.]”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally rewarding, often feeling a sense of accomplishment from discovering extra solutions. The relaxing gameplay, complemented by heartwarming music, enhances the overall emotional experience, making it both fulfilling and soothing.
- “I managed to get a few of the extra/unintended solutions before finishing the game, and it made me feel pretty accomplished.”
- “Very relaxing game with heartwarming music.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its exceptional soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience and sets it apart from typical puzzle games. Players find it to be a relaxing environment that contributes significantly to the enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “The soundtrack and atmosphere of the game are way beyond that of any other simple puzzle game I've played.”
- “Relaxing puzzle game with a great and atmospheric soundtrack!”
- “The soundtrack and atmosphere of the game are way beyond that of any other simple puzzle game I've played.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players consistently praise the game's humor, highlighting it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. The developer's witty feedback is also noted, contributing to the game's comedic appeal.
- “I appreciate the feedback and humor from the developer.”
- “Great and funny game.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely criticized for its poor optimization, with players reporting performance issues even when running on the lowest settings.
- “The only con I can really think of is that it seems to be poorly optimized even with the lowest settings.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is marked by occasional control bugs, such as difficulty in rotating pieces without repositioning them first, which can be frustrating. Additionally, achieving precise angles requires a delicate touch, but players generally find these issues manageable.
- “Sometimes the controls can be a bit buggy; occasionally it won't let you rotate a piece unless you shift its position a bit first, even if nothing is blocking it. This can be annoying if you just got it into the ideal position. Additionally, the slow shifting requires a very light touch to get the angling of the light beams perfectly precise, but these are issues that can be overcome.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players find that each level offers good replayability due to the presence of unique puzzle solutions that encourage experimentation and creativity. This aspect allows for varied approaches, making the game engaging even after multiple playthroughs.
- “Each level has a reasonable replayability since there are puzzle solutions no one has thought of before.”