Light Fall
Apr 26, 2018 8 years ago
Explore the Forgotten World of Numbra to uncover your mysterious past and save the land from an imminent threat. In this land of eternal night, you will rely on your Shadow Core to brave the many challenges and foes standing in your way. Do you have what it takes to survive in perilous Numbra? The Ultimate Freedom Control the Shadow Core and use it the way you see fit to face the challenges of the game. You can spawn this magical box beneath your feet to propel yourself into the air and move across the land at your own pace. With the Shadow Core, you become the master of your surroundings and create your own path. An Immersive Journey Load up Light Fall and immerse yourself in this strange universe where darkness prevails over the light. Joining you in this adventure, Stryx the old and grumpy owl, will act as your sidekick and in-game narrator. Depending on his mood, he will either offer useful advice or bluntly mock your failures. A Vast World to Explore With the Shadow Core in hand, reach new heights and explore every nook and cranny of Numbra. Wander through the Lunar Plain, the Marshlands of Sorrows, the Vipera's Forest and the Unknown Depths, where shortcuts, alternative paths, hidden collectibles and easter eggs await you in large numbers. Speedrun Competition Quench your thirst for competition in the complementary Speedrun Game Mode. Revisit the world of Numbra to compete with players worldwide and compare your fastest times with theirs on the online leaderboard.
What it’s like
Light Fall offers a visually striking 2D platforming experience set in the monochromatic world of Numbra. The core mechanic revolves around manipulating a 'Shadow Core' to create platforms and propel yourself through the environment, granting players significant freedom in navigation. This system encourages creative problem-solving and exploration across diverse biomes like the Lunar Plain and Vipera's Forest. The narrative is driven by Stryx, a grumpy owl sidekick who provides commentary and hints, adding personality to the journey. While the story serves as a backdrop for the mystery of your past, the gameplay focuses on precision movement, wall jumps, and discovering hidden collectibles. The inclusion of a speedrun mode adds competitive replayability, allowing players to optimize their routes against global leaderboards.
Strong in Exploration / WorldAtmosphere / MoodCharactersGameplay / MechanicsProgression / ReplayabilityVisuals / Art
Keep in mind The difficulty curve can be inconsistent; some reviews note that the ability to create platforms at will may trivialize challenges by allowing players to skip difficult sections too easily. · The narrative is often described as secondary to the gameplay, with some critics finding the storytelling weak or the final act disappointing compared to the engaging platforming.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from wegotthiscovered.com, opencritic.com, nintendo-insider.com, metacritic.com, gamegrin.com.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mac | Worldwide | Full release | Apr 26, 20188 years ago |
| Nintendo Switch | Worldwide | Full release | Apr 26, 20188 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Apr 26, 20188 years ago |
