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Turn on the light

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96%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
graphics, grinding
96% User Score Based on 106 reviews

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Turn on the light is a single player action game. It was developed by Thedox Games and was released on July 7, 2020. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Turn On The Light" is a minimalist puzzle game that challenges players to solve circuits and turn on the light. Players explore micro parts to solve the main puzzle, all while enjoying a relaxing soundtrack. The game features simple design and colors, making it easy to focus on the task at hand. Also recommended are similar games such as "Turn on the lights carefully," "Turn on all the lights," and "Flex hooks."

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 106 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • Engaging and relaxing puzzle game with a smooth difficulty curve that gradually introduces new mechanics.
  • Great value for the price, offering a satisfying experience with 40 well-designed levels that are easy to pick up but challenging to master.
  • Minimalist aesthetic and calming sound design create a pleasant atmosphere, making it a perfect game for casual play.
  • The game is very short, typically completed in under an hour, leaving players wanting more content and additional levels.
  • Some puzzles feel repetitive or trivial, with unnecessary mechanics that do not contribute to the overall challenge.
  • Ultrawide screen support is lacking, requiring manual adjustments that can disrupt gameplay for players with wider monitors.
  • gameplay
    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a mix of intuitive mechanics and simple puzzles that gradually introduce complexity, though many players find the experience too short, averaging only 30 to 60 minutes. While the game features a variety of creative mechanics that keep it engaging, some elements feel like filler, leading to a lack of depth and replayability. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable but could benefit from more substantial content and clearer explanations of certain mechanics.

    • “Flexed my mental muscle big time and the features and mechanics feel very intuitive.”
    • “This is a great example of a game that teaches you complex mechanics in a very short amount of time.”
    • “Many different creative mechanics keep the game fresh from start to end.”
    • “With only 40 levels, and so many puzzle elements to play with, I feel that the game is much too short. A new mechanic is added and explored for just 4-5 levels before the next one is thrown in, and they all feel like introductory tutorial levels.”
    • “Unfortunately, the game is very short and there seem to be a lot of filler mechanics that I cannot recommend it.”
    • “The bottom line is that the hodgepodge of mechanics this game presents are not terribly well thought out and the game is far too short for me to recommend it.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a sleek and minimalist aesthetic that enhances the overall relaxing experience. While some may consider the visuals simple or outdated compared to newer titles, they are well-designed and complement the engaging gameplay. Overall, the clean graphics contribute positively to the game's charm without overshadowing its core content.

    • “Cool little puzzle game, nice aesthetics.”
    • “Short, fun puzzle game with a sleek aesthetic.”
    • “It may be a simple puzzle game, but simple doesn't mean bad; however, the game's graphics are outdated compared to newer titles.”
    • “Gameplay and content are the most important aspects of a game, not visuals.”
    • “The levels are well-designed, and the minimalist aesthetic makes for a relaxing experience.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the circuit-completing puzzles are enjoyable and well-designed, they can become tedious due to deep nesting and repetitive elements. Although the game features 40 levels that can be completed in under an hour, some players feel that the challenge leans more towards tedium than difficulty, especially towards the end. Overall, the focus on quality over quantity is appreciated, but a few more levels could enhance the experience.

    • “Honestly, I could've used a few more levels, but I'm happier with enough properly designed and focused ones, rather than a bunch of repetitive, grindy levels that feel like they are just artificially lengthening the game.”
    • “40 levels with multiple circuits in most doesn't even take an hour and it gets a bit tedious towards the end, but after a few patches, minimalist doesn't equal absolutely lazy anymore.”
    • “Puzzles were more tedious than difficult, but still enjoyable.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and calming qualities, enhancing the overall experience of the gameplay. Reviewers find it to be a perfect accompaniment to the easy logical puzzles, making it an ideal choice for stress relief and a soothing way to unwind. Many players have noted that the soundtrack is so soothing that it can even induce sleep.

    • “The sound and music are super relaxing and quite calming.”
    • “I strongly recommend this to anyone; the easy level logical puzzles combined with calming music provide a perfect way for your brain to take a break from stress.”
    • “Everything from the gameplay, the colors, the soundtrack, and the way the puzzles all build up and fit together was an absolute delight.”
    • “Takes about an hour to play the whole thing, but I fell asleep on the couch listening to the music.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game runs smoothly on Linux, indicating strong stability on that platform.

    • “Runs great on Linux.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers limited replayability, with gameplay lasting only about half an hour, which could be frustrating if it were priced higher; however, its low cost, especially during sales, makes it more acceptable for players.

    • “It's also dirt cheap, especially on sale, which is good because if it were more than a few bucks, the lack of more than half an hour of gameplay with next to no replayability would be irritating.”
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Turn on the light is a action game.

Turn on the light is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing Turn on the light.

Turn on the light was released on July 7, 2020.

Turn on the light was developed by Thedox Games.

Turn on the light has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Turn on the light is a single player game.

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