Lightmatter

 PC
User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 25
  3. Negative: 1 out of 25

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  1. lord_raccoon
    Sep 5, 2020
    10
    I cant say why critics gave so low scores for it, if we consider the fact its an indie game - im giving it 10 out of 10. Amazing music, very interesting and new mechanics, the plot which was actually interesting (what is a very rare case for such games), and i enjoyed the mix of parkour and puzzles, that is why it didnt get me bored till the end!
    Totally recommend!
  2. AstiX
    May 3, 2020
    9
    GOOD

    Fun and enjoyable. Satisfying puzzles. Simple and pleasing aesthetics. Great voice acting.

    BAD

    Choppy/stuttery mouse movement.
  3. JJRambo
    Mar 6, 2020
    9
    smart puzzles, good story, art style looks really good. Had so much fun playing it
  4. easyblakeoven13
    Feb 27, 2020
    10
    Sometimes a game comes along and is just a breath of fresh air. This game really made me think to solve puzzles and I only wanted more when it was over. Kudos to the devs as you can tell they put their heart and soul into this game.

    Give this one a try, you won't regret it.
  5. larsch
    Feb 1, 2020
    9
    Well made puzzle game, drawing much inspiration from Portal, with excellent story that is well written and voice acted. A somewhat short game (4.4 hours for me) with little replay value, but still worth the price to me. Puzzles are cleverly designed but not too hard. The solutions are straightforward, even when you miss it by overthinking a puzzle. Unique graphics style with many details.Well made puzzle game, drawing much inspiration from Portal, with excellent story that is well written and voice acted. A somewhat short game (4.4 hours for me) with little replay value, but still worth the price to me. Puzzles are cleverly designed but not too hard. The solutions are straightforward, even when you miss it by overthinking a puzzle. Unique graphics style with many details. Absolutely recommended.… Expand
  6. cnheider
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    This was the best game I have played for quite a while, really itched my portal scratch. Loved it.
  7. Tper
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    Totally recommended.

    I only have 2 hours so far in the game, not sure how much I covered so far, but the story is gripping. So is the level design and the art is great. The gameplay feels good and even though I felt lost a few times, it was not due to the game but because of myself. The music is super chill and I'm hoping for a way to have the soundtrack playing in the background.    Totally recommended.

    I only have 2 hours so far in the game, not sure how much I covered so far, but the story is gripping. So is the level design and the art is great. The gameplay feels good and even though I felt lost a few times, it was not due to the game but because of myself. The music is super chill and I'm hoping for a way to have the soundtrack playing in the background.

    I'm happy that I kept away from getting spoiled until release, it was definitely worth it.    … Expand

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Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. CD-Action
    Feb 18, 2020
    75
    It’s rather short but if you still long for Portals maybe this one could fill the void in your heart. [03/2020, p.73]
  2. Buried Treasure
    Feb 5, 2020
    73
    That aside, this is a very decent first-person puzzle game, albeit heavily weighed down by its derivative nature, that constant sense that you’re playing ideas from other games pasted together. However, when there doesn’t appear to be another Portal or Talos Principle coming along any time soon, this is a great scratch for anyone with that itch.
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  3. New Game Network
    Feb 3, 2020
    68
    Lightmatter rests somewhere in the middle of the pack when it comes to first person puzzlers. It uses the basic light tools satisfactorily, and the sharp visual style and brisk pace help it succeed. Unfortunately some technical blemishes offset its better qualities.
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