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Lulu's Temple

88%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
atmosphere
88% User Score Based on 66 reviews

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Lulu's Temple is a 2D pixel art adventure game where you play as Lulu, a young adventurer exploring an ancient temple. Solve puzzles, battle enemies, and discover secrets to uncover the truth about the temple's mysterious past. With charming retro graphics and a catchy chiptune soundtrack, Lulu's Temple offers a nostalgic and engaging experience for fans of classic action-adventure games.

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews
gameplay8 positive mentions
atmosphere3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique light and darkness mechanic that enhances gameplay, requiring players to strategically use their torch to navigate and solve puzzles.
  • It offers a charming aesthetic with well-executed pixel graphics, engaging sound design, and a fun mix of platforming and combat elements.
  • The game is short but well-paced, providing a satisfying challenge with frequent checkpoints, making it ideal for quick gaming sessions.
  • The final boss can be frustrating, as it does not effectively utilize the mechanics learned throughout the game and has awkward damage phases.
  • Some players have reported bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, particularly during challenging sections and achievements.
  • The tonal shifts in the game can be jarring, with some elements feeling out of place or offensive, which may detract from the overall experience.
  • gameplay
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is centered around a strong light and darkness mechanic that effectively sets the tone and enhances the experience. Players appreciate the gradual expansion of mechanics, well-timed checkpoints, and a focus on puzzle-solving rather than combat, making it both challenging and engaging without overstaying its welcome. Overall, the gameplay is described as fun, unique, and well-paced, utilizing its limited toolset to great effect.

    • “It is built around a strong central mechanic and utilizes its limited toolset to its full advantage.”
    • “The mechanics gradually expand as you go, and it's paced well.”
    • “I thought most of the game was just the right amount of challenging with well-timed checkpoints and fun mechanics.”
    • “You aren't really utilizing any mechanics you learned along the way, since everything up to this point is more puzzle-based than combat.”
    • “It doesn't waste your time, constantly introducing new mechanics around the main mechanic of the torch, exploring it for as long as it's fun and not one step further.”
    • “The darkness mechanic and the constant use of light sources really sets the tone and the gameplay and works really well.”
  • graphics
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of Lulu's Temple are praised for their nostalgic charm, featuring well-executed C64-style pixel art that evokes memories of classic gaming. The aesthetic is described as cute and fitting, complemented by appropriate animations and sound design, although some players may experience discomfort due to the visual style. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's creepy atmosphere while maintaining a fun and engaging experience.

    • “Lulu's Temple has fantastic C64 style pixel graphics that bring back good old memories or share new ones.”
    • “The art style is cute and the music is good & never annoying.”
    • “The most remarkable part about Lulu's Temple might be how creepy the game is, despite - maybe even because of - its MSX throwback graphics.”
    • “Because of the sparse colors, the game's graphics are reminiscent of an old Commodore or Spectrum.”
    • “Graphics: decent”
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric and nerve-wracking qualities, enhancing the overall aesthetic with a blend of ominous sound effects and catchy Egyptian-inspired tunes. Players appreciate the soundtrack's ability to complement the cute art style while maintaining a spooky vibe, making it an integral part of the gaming experience. Overall, the music is described as good, engaging, and never annoying, contributing positively to the game's ambiance.

    • “Nice bite-sized levels, very good music, and a fantastic aesthetic.”
    • “The music and sound make everything a little nerve-wracking, and I love that!”
    • “The slightly dissonant music and sound effects are properly ominous, and the monster designs are properly weird.”
    • “In particular, if one starts a run spamming ESC, you can disable music in the menu.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its tension and spookiness, enhanced by visually appealing graphics and effective music. Players find it nerve-wracking, particularly due to the presence of spooky enemies, contributing to an immersive experience.

    • “Pretty atmospheric and nerve-wracking, with spooky enemies. The visuals are nice, and the music is good too.”
    • “The atmosphere was tense, creating a thrilling experience throughout the game.”
    • “The atmosphere was tense, but it felt like it was missing something crucial to fully immerse me in the experience.”
    • “While the atmosphere had potential, it ultimately fell flat and didn't evoke the feelings I was hoping for.”
    • “The game tried to create a tense atmosphere, but it often felt forced and lacking in depth.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is impacted by the inconsistent behavior of the ghost mob, which can create frustration and disrupt immersion, as players may feel a disconnect when the ghost fails to follow them despite being in close proximity. This inconsistency can detract from the intended tension and emotional engagement of the gameplay experience.

  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, with one player confirming a complete and enjoyable experience without any stability issues. However, the official store page currently lists the stability status as "unknown."

    • “The store page says 'unknown' at the time of this review, but Dr. Nonu can confirm that it runs great on Steam Deck and that he also played and enjoyed it completely from A to Z on the deck.”

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