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Cover for Absence of Light

Jan 22, 2024

89%
Positive
19 reviews

MV Temperature NOT a quality rating! Weighted score based on features: Typical to Metroidvanias (warmer) Not typical to Metroidvanias (cooler)

Absence of Light

Developer / Publisher: Koala Symphony Studios

Jan 22, 2024

Visual
  • vector
  • top down
Structure
  • ability gated
  • exploration
  • interconnected map
  • item gated
  • non linear
Combat
  • action
  • Ranged Combat
  • two stick
Features
  • equipment
Sub-Genre
  • bullet hell

Summary

"Absence of Light" is an exploration based shoot 'em up that combines intense bullet-dodging combat with a metroidvania-style level design. Solve, shoot, and shine your way through the kingdom of Luminara and reawaken the light!

Where to play

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Steam Deck Verified

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