Spark and The Digital Daydream

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Spark and The Digital Daydream is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Luminescence Interactive and was released on May 7, 2019. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Spark and The Digital Daydream is a story-based puzzle-platformer where puzzles are intertwined with live-action video and an original soundtrack. Follow Spark, a video game character lost in the world of his creator's computer, as he searches for a way to save his game and something even greater than himself.

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Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

story9 positive mentions

Spark and The Digital Daydream offers a beautiful and engaging experience with a heartfelt story, captivating visuals, and an incredible soundtrack.
The game combines platforming and puzzle mechanics in a unique way, making it enjoyable and memorable despite its short length.
It's a free game that showcases the developers' creativity and passion, making it a hidden gem worth playing.

The controls can be somewhat clunky and inconsistent, which may frustrate players during platforming sections.
The game is very short, leaving players wanting more content and a more fleshed-out story.
Some players experienced audio issues and found the live-action elements to be cringeworthy or distracting.

story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game is a short yet captivating exploration of themes like motivation and personal struggle, often delivered through a heartwarming and meta narrative that resonates with players. While some find it slightly cheesy or overdone, the unique storytelling approach, combined with beautiful graphics and an engaging soundtrack, creates a memorable experience. Overall, players appreciate the emotional depth and the potential for further development in future installments.
- “Despite its short length, 'Spark and the Digital Daydream' is a well-crafted puzzle platformer with a unique story that's told in a very interesting way, an incredible soundtrack, and a simple yet fantastic visual style.”
- “The story, though short, was a captivating look into how an artist deals with a lack of motivation, as well as feelings of inadequacy.”
- “An amazing little platformer hiding an incredibly heartfelt story, told through full motion video.”
- “Though the story of the world quickly takes a dive into the deep end, the controls are slow, the character heavy and almost too animated for the demands of some of the jumps in the platforming sections.”
- “I would recommend either adding a new mode to the game or a sequel that has the completed story like at the beginning; I would love to see the relationship and connection between Spark and Alex to be made bigger and more heartfelt.”
- “It was under an hour, so it won't take much time, but is exactly as long as it needs to be to tell its story.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received high praise for its incredible quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers noting its relaxing synth elements and how well it complements the game's atmosphere. The soundtrack is described as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's unique storytelling and visual style. Overall, players find the music to be a beautifully crafted aspect that elevates the gameplay.
- “Despite its short length, Spark and the Digital Daydream is a well-crafted puzzle platformer with a unique story that's told in a very interesting way, an incredible soundtrack, and a simple yet fantastic visual style.”
- “The soundtrack is also synth-happy which makes you feel really relaxed and adds a wonderful dimension to the game.”
- “Also had a really nice soundtrack that paired well with the world.”
- “While the controls are kind of sloppy, it is compensated by the level design and soundtrack.”
- “Amazing work done by luminescence :) I guess the soundtrack is kinda neat too...”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its heartwarming narrative and emotional depth, effectively blending a peaceful meta experience with engaging puzzles. Reviewers express a desire for expanded storytelling, particularly regarding the relationship between the main characters, Spark and Alex, to enhance the emotional connection. Overall, it is recognized as a charming platformer that delivers a poignant story through its gameplay and visuals.
- “A short and peaceful meta game that tells a heartwarming story.”
- “I would recommend either adding a new mode to the game or a sequel that has the completed story. I would love to see the relationship and connection between Spark and Alex to be made bigger and more heartfelt.”
- “An amazing little platformer hiding an incredibly heartfelt story, told through full motion video.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging platforming mechanics and innovative interaction with video elements, creating a unique and immersive experience. The emotional narrative and meta fourth wall breaks enhance player connection to the characters, although technical issues like lag on lower-end PCs can hinder progression. Overall, the mechanics are well-received, contributing to a compelling gaming experience.
- “Totally recommend checking it out! The platforming mechanics are fine, and the way they interact with video pieces is engaging in an original and intuitive way!”
- “A very moving story about someone with a lot on their shoulders overcoming their problems. The very meta 4th wall break creates a special bond between the player and the characters, letting you easily slide into the gameplay.”
- “Great game with great mechanics!”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are consistently praised for their beauty and quality, enhancing the overall experience of the game alongside its engaging storyline.
- “Great story, beautiful graphics, and lots of fun!”
- “The graphics and storyline are amazing as well.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is praised for its beauty and engaging level design, despite some rough controls.
- “Though the controls can be rough around the edges, the atmosphere is beautiful and the level design is interesting.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized as both cute and funny, appealing to players with its lighthearted and whimsical approach.
- “The humor in this game is both cute and funny, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor in such a charming way.”
- “The witty dialogue and playful scenarios had me laughing out loud!”