Lowglow

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"Lowglow" is a single-player arcade game with a good plot and fantastic graphics, described as an audiovisual puzzle journey with over 100 levels. The game features physics-driven mechanics, such as different gravitations, pushes, pulls, and portals, set in a beautifully designed world of glow and darkness. As you progress, the mechanics change, keeping the gameplay fresh, all while taking you on a journey to save the realm of Umbralite.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 189 reviews

story20 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a soothing soundtrack, creating a relaxing atmosphere for players.
The puzzles are engaging and encourage creative problem-solving, with multiple solutions possible for many levels.
Lowglow is accessible for casual gamers, making it a good choice for those looking for a light, enjoyable experience.

Gameplay can become repetitive and frustrating due to the trial-and-error nature of solving puzzles, requiring precise line placements.
The story is minimal and often feels unnecessary, detracting from the overall experience.
Some players may find the game lacks depth and complexity, making it feel more like a mobile app than a full-fledged PC game.

story
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
56%
6%
The game's story is generally perceived as abstract and underwhelming, with many players finding it unnecessary or bland compared to the engaging puzzle mechanics. While some appreciate the thematic elements of light and darkness, the narrative often feels generic and lacks depth, leading to mixed feelings about its relevance to the overall experience. Overall, the story serves more as a backdrop than a focal point, with players often opting to skip it in favor of gameplay.
- “The background story is well thought out, and all NPCs use word choices that fit their character.”
- “I was really impressed with the main story, and the illustrations of the 'god' figures helped to give Lowglow a real sense of atmosphere and context.”
- “Along with 'Lowglow', gameplay is a pleasant and entertaining story of exploration and (one presumes) spiritual growth.”
- “Music is very repetitive, there is a semblance of a story but it is extremely abstract and boring.”
- “The story is another generic 'it's dark here' plot, but the twist is no one knows you have the power to restore them.”
- “As far as the little storyline that goes along with it, it's lacklustre.”
graphics
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
38%
7%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the simplistic 2D art that lacks substantial quality improvements despite resolution options. However, many others appreciate the game's aesthetic, describing it as colorful, soothing, and well-designed for its puzzle theme, contributing to a relaxing gameplay experience. Overall, while the visuals may not be groundbreaking, they are often seen as charming and fitting for the game's atmosphere.
- “The echoing, tranquil visuals and audio make for a relaxing environment, especially for some of the more challenging levels.”
- “Glowingly beautiful graphics combined with a dynamic audio environment make sure that Lowglow is an unforgettable, mind-bending experience for you!”
- “Lowglow is a great little atmospheric puzzle game boasting crisp graphics, soothing soundtrack, and simple yet enjoyable mechanics.”
- “While there are options to change the resolution for the game, all this does is scale up the simplistic 2D art assets used to make the game, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
- “Without any other substantial graphics tweaks, it's not possible for gamers to improve the lackluster 2D visuals.”
- “Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
gameplay
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
61%
7%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by its simplicity and reliance on physics-based mechanics, where players draw lines to guide bouncing balls towards a goal. While some find the experience relaxing and visually appealing, others criticize it for being overly reliant on trial-and-error, lacking depth, and having poorly explained mechanics. Overall, the game offers a charming atmosphere and enjoyable puzzles, but opinions vary on its engagement and complexity.
- “The audiovisual experience is downright delightful and very well integrated within the gameplay aspects.”
- “Lowglow is a very relaxing puzzler that takes you on a journey of physics while introducing some fun mechanics along the way.”
- “Lowglow is a great little atmospheric puzzle game boasting crisp graphics, soothing soundtrack, and simple yet enjoyable mechanics.”
- “I still don't think there is any reason for you to purchase this game, as despite its pleasant look and feel, there is not much in this game.”
- “Boring trial and error gameplay.”
- “Gameplay involves a lot of repetitive trial-and-error; you will have to redraw the same line with tiny variations in the angle until the balls bounce in the right place.”
music
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
49%
8%
The music in the game is generally described as calming and relaxing, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. While some players find it repetitive or uninspiring, many appreciate its soothing qualities that help alleviate frustration during challenging puzzles. Overall, the soundtrack is praised for its ability to create a beautiful and immersive environment, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Well polished, pleasing music and soothing puzzles.”
- “The visuals, music, and sound effects are gorgeous, completely absorbing and endlessly soothing.”
- “Such a fun, relaxing, beautiful game; the music and visuals blend into a world of fun relaxation which can help stress just melt away in its midst!”
- “The music is uninspiring but inoffensive, and doesn't remotely compare to Enigmo's, some of which I thought was great. The story is forgettable and didn't really add anything to the game for me.”
- “Music is very repetitive; there is a semblance of a story but it is extremely abstract and boring.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
atmosphere
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its simplicity and charm, creating a relaxing and immersive experience reminiscent of titles like "Ori and the Blind Forest." Players appreciate the soothing soundtrack, pleasant sound effects, and engaging visual design, which together foster a tranquil environment perfect for puzzle-solving. Despite some technical issues, the overall ambiance enhances the gameplay, making it a delightful escape.
- “I was really impressed with the main story, and the illustrations of the 'god' figures; they helped to give Lowglow a real sense of atmosphere and context.”
- “Lowglow is a great little atmospheric puzzle game boasting crisp graphics, soothing soundtrack, and simple yet enjoyable mechanics.”
- “The atmosphere is simplistic, but melodious, making you feel like you're in another world.”
- “Charming game that sucks you right in, with an atmosphere that resembles Ori and the Blind Forest.”
- “Nothing is too intense, and it also helps to create a rather peaceful atmosphere.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game offers decent replayability, primarily due to its underwhelming achievements and the inclusion of challenging bonus maps. However, players note that once the main content is completed, there is limited incentive to replay the game beyond these additional challenges.
- “The game has a decent replay value due to the variety of achievements.”
- “There is lots of replay value.”
- “This is a strong indication of the game's replayability.”
- “Sadly, though, there isn't much replayability once you've finished aside from difficult bonus maps.”
- “The game also has a decent replay value because of the under par achievements.”
- “Lots of replay value.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly due to the repetitive nature of adjusting lines to solve puzzles. While some enjoy the relaxing experience of fine-tuning their strategies, others may perceive it as a frustrating and monotonous task.
- “The puzzles become tedious, placing lines randomly until you finally bounce the lights off where you want them to go.”
- “A tedious game about dropping balls and angling them very, very slightly.”
- “Personally, I play this to relax, so I don't mind spending the time to tweak lines, but I imagine some may find it mildly tedious.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report a high level of stability, with no bugs or glitches encountered, resulting in a perfect score of 5/5.
- “The game is plagued with bugs and glitches that ruin the experience.”
- “I encountered frequent crashes that made it impossible to enjoy the game.”
- “The stability issues are frustrating, as the game often freezes during critical moments.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the game visually appealing and report that it evokes a sense of relaxation, contributing to an overall positive emotional experience.
- “Everything looks so good in this game, and it made me feel very relaxed while playing.”
- “The story touched my heart deeply, leaving me with a sense of nostalgia and reflection.”
- “I felt a strong connection to the characters, and their struggles resonated with my own experiences.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is noted for its humor, providing a funny experience, though players may feel frustrated at times due to challenging levels.
- “This game is hilarious! The humor keeps me coming back for more, even when the levels get tough.”
- “I love the witty dialogue and funny scenarios throughout the game. It adds a great layer of enjoyment!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch! It perfectly balances the challenging gameplay with laugh-out-loud moments.”

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