Simple Light Cycles

Simple Light Cycles is a sleek, fast-paced, hyper responsive, local multiplayer action game. Get some friends together and put your skills to the test!

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Reviews

49%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Simple Light Cycles offers a nostalgic and faithful recreation of the classic Tron light cycle gameplay, enhanced with support for up to four players.
The game is free to play, making it an accessible option for those looking for a fun local multiplayer experience.
It provides a simple yet engaging gameplay experience that is perfect for parties, allowing players to quickly pick up the mechanics and enjoy competitive play.

The game suffers from technical issues, including locked controls, forced fullscreen, and a lack of AI, limiting its replayability and accessibility.
Graphics are considered subpar compared to modern standards, which may deter some players from fully enjoying the experience.
The game is only suitable for local multiplayer, which restricts its appeal for those looking for online play or single-player options.

graphics
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are considered subpar, especially compared to modern standards, but they maintain a nostalgic charm reminiscent of classic arcade games. While the visuals may deter some players, they facilitate a more maneuverable gameplay experience, making it enjoyable for those with an appreciation for retro aesthetics, particularly in multiplayer settings.
- “The simple graphics allow for a ton of room to maneuver and play!”
- “Highly recommend (as long as you have an open mind for old school graphics kind of games and you have someone else to play with at your local computer).”
- “The game features arguably worse quality graphics, and only improves on the original coin-operated arcade game by permitting 4 players instead of 2, although it's nearly completely impossible to consider 4 people at any given time would ever want to play this.”
- “Don't let the graphics fool you!”
- “High recommend (as long as you have an open mind for old school graphics kind of games and you have someone else to play with at your local computer)”
gameplay
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-33 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its fidelity and simplicity, offering a variety of options that cater to modern gamers. Players must think quickly and strategize, adding depth to the straightforward mechanics.
- “Faithful gameplay, check.”
- “A wide range of gameplay options for the modern gamer.”
- “Slap on a wide range of gameplay options for the modern gamer, and sell it on Steam.”
- “The mechanics are very simple, but you'll have to think fast and strategize.”
music
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received criticism for being forced into fullscreen mode, with no options to adjust the volume of music or sound effects, leading to a lack of flexibility for players.
- “It is forced fullscreen; there is no option to turn down music or effect volume.”
- “Just no music or music.”
humor
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the achievements in the game to be quite amusing, adding a layer of humor that enhances the overall experience.
- “The achievements are pretty hilarious.”