Summary
- Release Year: 2015
- Genres: Adventure, Indie, Platform
- Platforms: Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Chocolate Liberation Front
- Publishers: Surprise Attack Games
Oscura: Lost Light (2015) Review
Oscura: Lost Light is a beautiful and challenging adventure game that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The puzzles are clever and the story is engaging. I highly recommend it!
Story
Oscura is the apprentice lighthouse keeper of the Driftlands, a magical world that is constantly shrouded in darkness. The only source of light comes from the Aurora Stone, a powerful artifact that keeps the creatures of the dark at bay.
One day, Oscura accidentally destroys the Aurora Stone, sending shards of it flying across the Driftlands. With the Driftlands now plunged into darkness, Oscura must set out on a journey to find the shards and restore light to her world.
Along the way, Oscura will encounter a variety of challenges, including treacherous terrain, deadly creatures, and tricky puzzles. She will also meet a cast of interesting characters, including a wise old wizard, a mischievous imp, and a brave warrior.
Gameplay
Oscura: Lost Light is a point-and-click adventure game. Players control Oscura as she explores the Driftlands, solves puzzles, and interacts with characters. The game features a variety of different puzzles, including environmental puzzles, logic puzzles, and inventory puzzles.
One of the unique features of Oscura: Lost Light is its use of light and shadow. Oscura can use her lantern to cast light on her surroundings, which can reveal hidden objects and solve puzzles. However, the creatures of the dark are also attracted to light, so Oscura must be careful not to use her lantern too much.
Graphics and Sound
Oscura: Lost Light is a beautiful game with hand-drawn graphics that are both whimsical and atmospheric. The game’s world is full of vibrant colors and intricate details. The character designs are also top-notch, and each character has their own unique personality.
The game’s sound design is also excellent. The music is both beautiful and haunting, and it perfectly captures the game’s atmosphere. The voice acting is also top-notch, and each character is brought to life by a talented voice actor.
Overall
Oscura: Lost Light is a beautiful and challenging adventure game that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The puzzles are clever and the story is engaging. I highly recommend it!
Score
9/10
Pros
- Beautiful hand-drawn graphics
- Engaging story
- Clever puzzles
- Excellent sound design
Cons
- Can be a bit too challenging at times
- Some of the puzzles are a bit too obscure
Recommendation
Oscura: Lost Light is a must-play for fans of adventure games. It’s a beautiful and challenging game that will keep you entertained for hours on end.
Review Score
8/10
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