LOST EMBER: Rekindled Edition

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LOST EMBER: Rekindled Edition is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Mooneye Studios and was released on November 27, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Lost Ember: Rekindled Edition invites you on a visually stunning journey through a world reclaimed by nature, where you explore diverse environments by possessing various animals. Uncover the intertwined stories of humanity’s fall and nature's resilience alongside a loyal companion. Experience a rich tale of loyalty, despair, and discovery through immersive exploration.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews

story11 positive mentions

optimization2 negative mentions

The game features stunning visuals and a beautiful soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
The unique 'possession' mechanic allows players to switch between various animals, making exploration feel fresh and engaging.
The emotional storytelling and serene atmosphere create a relaxing and immersive experience for players.

The game suffers from technical issues, including lag, audio stuttering, and frequent glitches that disrupt gameplay.
Many players found the story to be shallow and the gameplay mechanics overly simplistic, lacking depth and challenge.
The 'Rekindled' version has been criticized for being less optimized and more buggy than the original, leading to frustration for some players.

story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
26%
16%
The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it shallow and lacking depth, while others appreciate its emotional moments and engaging exploration. Many highlight the beautiful visuals and atmosphere that complement the narrative, making it a relaxing experience, though some feel the story is predictable or not the strongest aspect of the game. Overall, it seems to resonate well with those who enjoy exploration and emotional storytelling, despite some criticisms of its execution.
- “The story unfolds gently, yet meaningfully, rewarding patience with moments of genuine emotional impact.”
- “The main story is very interesting and gets exciting and touching at the end.”
- “It has a nice story that goes well with the world as you explore.”
- “Controls are clunky, the story is shallow, and while the game desperately tries to evoke emotions, the only thing it left me with was anger.”
- “There is no story.”
- “The story is fairly guessable.”
emotional
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of "Lost Ember: Rekindled Edition" is highlighted by its serene storytelling and touching conclusion, which evoke genuine feelings of nostalgia and healing. Players appreciate the game's ability to blend exploration with remembrance, enhanced by a beautiful soundtrack that complements its emotional narrative. While its minimalistic gameplay may not appeal to everyone, the game's focus on emotional engagement and atmospheric depth resonates deeply, making it a memorable experience that can evoke strong feelings, even leading some to tears.
- “Lost Ember: Rekindled Edition, developed and published by Mooneye Studios, is a serene and emotionally thoughtful adventure that reframes exploration as a quiet act of remembrance.”
- “The story unfolds gently, yet meaningfully, rewarding patience with moments of genuine emotional impact.”
- “It's a journey of healing, and I think the only other game that ever made me cry at the end was Stray.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The gameplay is characterized by a smooth control scheme and a unique transformation mechanic that allows players to switch between different animals, enhancing exploration and providing a fresh experience. While the visuals and emotional storytelling are praised, some players feel the gameplay is overly simplistic, with minimalistic interactions and light puzzles that may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the game offers a relaxing and enjoyable experience, though its open-world elements may not be fully realized.
- “I loved the unique 'possession' mechanic—switching between a wolf, a bird, or a fish makes traversing the world feel fresh and fun.”
- “One of the game’s defining strengths lies in its transformation mechanic.”
- “The mechanic is simple but evocative, offering players a momentary sense of freedom and awe with each new form.”
- “The style of the game is also not conducive to open-world gameplay.”
- “While the game excels in atmosphere and emotional storytelling, its minimalistic approach to gameplay may not resonate with everyone.”
- “Some may find the interactions too simple, the puzzles too light, or the shifts between animal forms more aesthetically driven than mechanically deep.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
25%
8%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and vibrant art style, enhancing the overall experience and encouraging exploration. Many reviewers highlight the impressive upgrades in the rekindled edition, particularly in textures and water reflections, although some note that gameplay interactions may feel simplistic. Overall, the game's aesthetic is a significant draw, complementing its engaging story and music.
- “Absolutely stunning visuals and a world so bright and vibrant really makes you want to explore every inch.”
- “Visually, the rekindled edition elevates the original’s already stunning aesthetic.”
- “Really liked the new visuals: the water reflections, the textures, the added skins.”
- “The launch version was bad and even on low graphics was barely playable while looking barely different from the base game on buttery smooth ultra graphics.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and emotional depth, enhancing the overall experience with a mix of soft orchestration and ambient tones. While some users noted technical issues like music cutting off or sound effects stopping, the soundtrack remains a standout feature that complements the game's narrative and visuals. Overall, players find the music to be a relaxing and integral part of their enjoyment.
- “I'm so happy to be back <3 I played the original on PC, PS4, and Switch, and I still enjoy my time with all the animals and beautiful soundtrack so much.”
- “The soundtrack complements this beautifully, mixing soft orchestration and ambient tones that rise and fall with the emotional arc of the narrative.”
- “I loved the first release of this game and started playing it again yesterday; the story, gameplay, and music are equally relaxing and emotional.”
- “Glitchy textures, awkward movement, getting stuck in textures, falling through the map, music cutting off abruptly, and some sounds suddenly stop playing (like the wolf's steps or the hummingbird's flying sound).”
- “The music cuts off abruptly at times, which disrupts the overall experience.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The revitalized edition enhances the original game's atmosphere through improved lighting and textures, creating a serene environment filled with photogenic vistas and gentle wildlife. This focus on emotional storytelling and subtle environmental details fosters a sense of quiet reverence, though its minimalistic gameplay may not appeal to all players. Overall, the game's atmosphere is characterized by its tenderness and the simple beauty of its world, leaving a lasting impression.
- “This revitalized edition rebuilds the original game within a more modern technical framework, polishing its environments with enhanced lighting, texture detail, and atmospheric fidelity.”
- “The world is designed to be absorbed rather than conquered—photogenic vistas, gentle wildlife behaviors, and subtle environmental storytelling all work together to create an atmosphere of quiet reverence.”
- “The journey is gentle yet powerful, offering a narrative that lingers not because of dramatic twists, but because of its atmosphere, its tenderness, and the simple beauty of its world.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some users experiencing significant audio stuttering and lag even on capable setups. While there have been improvements addressing previous performance issues, many feel that the new version is less optimized and more buggy than its predecessor.
- “They fixed the majority of the performance issues.”
- “I’m running a solid setup and still had constant audio stuttering and massive lag.”
- “Not only does this new version not offer anything new outside of a paid DLC, it is less optimized than the original and it's significantly more buggy.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find significant replayability in the game due to the availability of downloadable content (DLC) and numerous collectibles, which encourage them to continue playing for completion and exploration.
- “There is great replay value because, in addition to the DLC, you can find dozens of collectibles, which I will pursue next, just to have an excuse to keep playing this.”
- “The game offers so many different paths and choices that I can't wait to replay it and experience everything I missed the first time.”
- “With multiple endings and various character builds, the replayability is off the charts; I find myself diving back in just to explore new possibilities.”
- “There is replay value because, on top of the DLC, you can find dozens of collectibles, which I will pursue next, just to have an excuse to keep playing this.”
- “The game lacks significant replayability; once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to return.”
- “After finishing the game, I found that the lack of varied gameplay options made it hard to justify replaying.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the new version has been criticized for being less optimized than the original, with users reporting significant bugs that disrupt gameplay, including issues that require reloading checkpoints and instances of getting stuck in endless loops.
- “Not only does this new version not offer anything new outside of a paid DLC, it is less optimized than the original and it's significantly more buggy.”
- “It's so buggy I have been forced to reload checkpoints and still almost got stuck in an unending loop of gliding away into the aether once.”

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LOST EMBER: Rekindled Edition is a action adventure game.

LOST EMBER: Rekindled Edition is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 100 hours playing LOST EMBER: Rekindled Edition.

LOST EMBER: Rekindled Edition was released on November 27, 2025.

LOST EMBER: Rekindled Edition was developed by Mooneye Studios.

LOST EMBER: Rekindled Edition has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its atmosphere.

LOST EMBER: Rekindled Edition is a single player game.

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