Stay in the Light

61%
Game Brain Score Based on 34 reviews
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  • gameplay
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Stay in the Light is an immersive first person horror game with a combination of unique features: Real-time Ray Tracing and Random Dungeon generator. You are being hunted by Him, a creature lurking in a mysterious dungeon. With only a few items, a mirror, a torch and some chalk, you must survive this hellish place. There are treasures to be found, puzzles to solve and clues to uncover. Stay i…

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  • NVIDIA GeForce NOW
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61%
Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews
graphics7 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game is free to play, which allows players to experience it without any financial commitment.
  • The graphics are surprisingly nice, showcasing good ray tracing effects and lighting.
  • The concept of exploring procedurally generated dungeons offers some replayability.
  • The gameplay is repetitive and lacks meaningful content, leading to a tedious experience.
  • The character controls feel clunky and unpolished, making movement and interactions frustrating.
  • Despite its potential, the game feels more like a tech demo than a fully realized game, with minimal narrative and gameplay depth.
  • graphics13 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many players noting their quality and the effective use of ray tracing, especially for a free title. However, some critics point out that the visuals may feel derivative, as they appear to be sourced from asset stores. Overall, while the graphics are praised for their appeal and performance, they are not the primary focus of the gameplay experience.

    • “The graphics are nice, and the game can also be disturbing sometimes.”
    • “Pretty good RTX graphics for a free game.”
    • “There is a lot of potential here; the graphics are awesome and very fun gameplay.”
    • “The game graphics look better than you might expect, but that's just because it looks like some or all of them are 'borrowed' from asset stores or wherever.”
    • “Despite the visuals, and the fact it's a free RTX demo, I cannot recommend this game.”
    • “Graphics don't matter in this game.”
  • story7 mentions

    The reviews indicate a mixed reception regarding the game's story, with some players finding it minimal or non-existent, likening it to games focused solely on gameplay rather than narrative. Others express a desire for a more engaging and comprehensive story, suggesting that the current narrative feels lacking or overly simplistic. Overall, the story aspect appears to be a significant point of contention among players.

    • “Epic story.”
    • “I would have liked to complete it, at least once, to see the story, but it feels too much like a chore.”
    • “Story: less comprehensive, concise (it would take a better reason).”
    • “This game has no story.”
  • gameplay7 mentions

    The gameplay is criticized for its simplicity and repetitiveness, with many reviewers noting that while the foundational ideas are promising, the execution falls short. The use of ray tracing is seen as underwhelming, with dynamic lighting elements failing to enhance the overall experience, leading to a monotonous and frustrating gameplay loop. Overall, the gameplay is rated poorly, with a score of 4/10 reflecting its lack of engaging mechanics.

    • “The gameplay is very simple, but the atmosphere makes up for it.”
    • “From what I understood, this was supposed to be a showcase for how ray tracing can enhance gameplay.”
    • “The ideas and gameplay for a solid game are there, it's just the execution that is a little below the minimum I can bear.”
    • “As a game, this is way too monotonous and repetitive in scenery and gameplay.”
    • “This game makes ugly object clipping part of its gameplay more than it uses ray tracing.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    The game's randomly generated environments significantly enhance its replayability, allowing for an infinitely varied experience with each playthrough.

    • “The place you're going to explore is randomly generated, so it offers great replayability.”
    • “Infinitely replayable.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and repetitive, particularly noting that levels become monotonous and lack a sense of progression. While the graphics and puzzles receive some praise, the overall experience is marred by the frustration of encountering similar rooms repeatedly without clear objectives.

    • “After playing 3 levels, it simply got boring, tedious, and buggy. Either that, or the puzzles are too obscure; after an hour of searching, I gave up.”
    • “Room 5-13 were all super similar, and it gets so grindy that it's not fun running into the same room over and over again without any feeling of progression. The graphics are nice, the puzzles are pretty decent, and there can be some jump scare moments, but I feel one sacred treasure should be shown early on so the player knows what they're looking for.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    Users report that while the game features some cool optimization elements, it struggles to run smoothly on minimum specifications, such as an RTX 2060 and i5 9400, making it difficult to achieve quality visuals and performance during normal gameplay.

    • “The optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end hardware.”
    • “Firstly, I have an RTX 2060 with an i5 9400, which is the minimum spec you can expect to play a game with ray tracing or any modern game and get quality visuals and performance.”
    • “The game is poorly optimized; I experience frequent frame drops even on mid-range hardware.”
    • “Despite having a decent setup, the game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, making it frustrating to play.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with many users noting that it significantly enhances the overall experience, compensating for the simplicity of the gameplay.

    • “The gameplay is very simple, but the atmosphere makes up for it.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users report that the game suffers from stability issues, including bugs that detract from the experience, leading to feelings of boredom and frustration, particularly after a few levels.

    • “After playing 3 levels, it simply got boring, tedious, and buggy.”
    • “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly impossible to progress.”
    • “I encountered numerous glitches that disrupted the gameplay experience.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is often praised for its immersive quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many players noting its emotional depth and memorable melodies. Some reviews highlight the diverse range of tracks that cater to different gameplay moments, while a few express a desire for more variety in the soundtrack. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that significantly contributes to the gaming experience.

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