The Light Empire

About

Enter this universe "Roguelike / RPG" randomly generated, or you'll be in control of a spaceship and take your crew in the depths of the universe to save your people.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

10%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique sci-fi rogue-like experience with randomly generated universes, providing replayability.
The graphics and sound design show effort, with good images, textures, and distinctive sound effects that enhance the atmosphere.
There are some RPG elements present, such as ship customization and unlockable ships, which add a layer of depth to the gameplay.

The gameplay is repetitive and feels unfinished, lacking a coherent story and engaging mechanics.
The user interface is clunky and unresponsive, making navigation and interaction frustrating for players.
Many players experience technical issues, such as missing executables, and the overall design feels like a low-quality asset flip.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The gameplay is criticized for its lack of depth, consisting mainly of flying in circles and shooting ships without any narrative or engaging mechanics. Players find it reminiscent of classic games like Asteroids but note issues such as confusing UI and some ships being impervious to damage, leading to a frustrating experience. Overall, the gameplay is deemed unentertaining and a significant drawback despite the game's pleasant graphics and audio.
- “There's no story and the gameplay is literally flying in circles and shooting ships until the ships explode. It's a very sad excuse for a video game, and the developer has abandoned this project years ago, so don't bother spending your money or time on this piece of utter trash.”
- “Just a really bad UI in general, and while the game is both pretty and has some decent audio, the gameplay kills it for me.”
- “The gameplay is terrible, the interface is confusing, and the game is just not entertaining.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game lacks a substantial story, with gameplay primarily revolving around repetitive mechanics of flying and shooting ships. While there are minor flavor texts and unlockable ships, these elements do not contribute to an overarching narrative or world development, leaving players with a sense of emptiness in terms of storytelling. Overall, the absence of a meaningful story detracts significantly from the gaming experience.
- “There's no story, and the gameplay is literally flying in circles and shooting ships until they explode. It's a very sad excuse for a video game, and the developer has abandoned this project years ago. Don't bother spending your money or time on this piece of utter trash.”
- “There are some flavor texts in some of the events, which is a nice touch, and some unlockable ships, but from what I have played, there is no real overarching story or world development. Being able to adjust the stats on your ship is the meat of it.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The graphics are generally described as pleasant, contributing to the game's aesthetic design, though some players feel that they can be hindered by bugs and gameplay mechanics that detract from the overall experience.
- “The graphics are pleasant and contribute positively to the overall aesthetic design of the game.”
- “The visual presentation is impressive and enhances the gameplay experience.”
- “The art style is captivating, making the game visually appealing and engaging.”
- “I've played buggy games, delighted in graphically subpar games, and raged my way through some pretty bad pieces of software.”
- “This plays as part of the aesthetic design of the game, but I do feel like it gets in the way a bit.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report experiencing significant stability issues, with many encountering bugs and performance problems that detract from the overall gaming experience.
- “I've played buggy games, delighted in graphically subpar games, and raged my way through some pretty bad pieces of software.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
300%
Players appreciate the game's strong rogue-like elements, noting that each playthrough offers a unique experience, which enhances its replayability.
- “It also plays well on the rogue-like side of things; no two trips will play out exactly the same, so there is definite replayability here.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making each playthrough feel repetitive and dull.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to dive back in; the side quests feel like filler.”
- “While the mechanics are solid, the lack of variety in environments and enemies makes replaying feel like a chore.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is characterized by distinctive and otherworldly sound effects, creating a unique auditory experience that surprises players and enhances the overall atmosphere.
- “The music is distinctive, featuring strange and otherworldly sound effects that may catch you by surprise, contributing to the game's unique atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience with its immersive and captivating melodies.”
- “Each track is thoughtfully composed, creating an emotional connection that elevates the storytelling and keeps players engaged.”