Projection: First Light

 PC
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. KeenGamer
    Oct 5, 2020
    80
    Projection: First Light might have some issues with shadow mechanics, repetitive gameplay and a short duration, but the combination of visuals, narrative and gameplay are offering a compelling and enjoyable experience. Despite the annoying controls, which may be fixed in the future patches, Projection: First Light is a game worth playing, especially if you are into puzzle platformers. And even if not, its beautiful scenery, charming tale about self-enlightenment through various cultures definitely deserves attention.
  2. PC Invasion
    Sep 28, 2020
    80
    There might be some issues here and there, but this is a perfectly enjoyable puzzle-platformer with great pacing and enjoyable shadow platforming.
  3. Player 2
    Oct 3, 2020
    75
    Despite some rough edges, Projection: First Light casts a bright light with both its mechanics and presentation. For those who love their puzzle platforming, it offers a something unique amongst a wide field.
  5. Hooked Gamers
    Oct 20, 2020
    74
    Projection: First Light does a lot of things right. The visual style is pleasing and the story is quite charming. The puzzles have been well designed often allowing for more than one solution to moving Greta through the levels. The many levels slowly incorporate new challenges as the gamer progresses, and the collecting of butterflies allows for multiple playthroughs. If you’re a fan of puzzle platformers that you can speed through, Projection will cause some angst, due to the finnicky shadows - particularly in the timed puzzles. Despite that, Projection: First Light is a fun, relaxing puzzle platformer for all ages.
  6. PLAY! Zine
    Nov 4, 2020
    65
    Projection: First Light follows Greta, a little girl living in a shadow puppet world. You join her in her adventure around the world while she’s trying to find her way home. On the way you meet legendary heroes from each culture she explores.