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LIT
73
7.2 User Score:

Mixed or average reviews

Based on 19 critic reviews
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Game Info

Publisher: WayForward Technologies

Developer: WayForward Technologies

Genre(s): Horror, Action, Puzzler

Players: 1

ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older)

Release Date: February 9, 2009

Summary

[WiiWare] LIT is a 3D horror action puzzler that follows Jake, a typical, apathetic, slightly emo teenager, who's trapped in his high school when it's overrun by dark creatures. Players must guide Jake through 30 classrooms, using the available light sources to create paths to each exit. The goal is to reunite Jake with his girlfriend Rachael, who’s also trapped in the school and calls Jake from time to time on the school’s phone system. Stay in the light and Jake’s safe. Step into the darkness and he’s pulled under. In addition to light puzzling, the game features 5 boss battles against dark faculty members, an unlockable challenge mode, multiple endings, level select mode, and a second playable character. [WayForward]

What The Critics Said

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90

Destructoid

LIT stands proudly eclectic among the sea of mediocre titles available on WiiWare, bringing a truly innovative take on the puzzle genre to the table and offering a lot for players to explore. The issues with minor control flaws can't really bring down the well-executed atmosphere, clever design or overall fun the experience of playing the game offers.

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88

GameZone

Like LostWinds, LIT is one of the definitive WiiWare releases. With plenty of challenging content and creepy style to spare, LIT is a must-play for horror fans.

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88

Official Nintendo Magazine UK

A clever puzzle game that will have you thinking and shaking at the same time. [Christmas 2009, p.101]

80

Cubed3

LIT is another fine example of the advantages of WiiWare: daring, unusual concepts that publishers wouldn’t look twice at for the retail sector.

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80

GamePro

LIT is a puzzle game wrapped up in a 3D candy shell and delivers a fun, creative experience that many will enjoy.

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80

Game Positive

Even with the shortcomings in its presentation and occasionally frustrating deaths, it's hard for a puzzle fan to be let down by LIT.

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75

GameSpot

This dark puzzle game will test your problem-solving abilities, as long as the design quirks don't kill you first.

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75

Vandal Online

LIT is a very interesting puzzle game, with a gameplay premise which turns it into a very remarkable proposal within the WiiWare portfolio.

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74

Cheat Code Central

The presentation has some clever and fun touches, and frustration and blemishes not withstanding, fans of both puzzles and the macabre should definitely give the game a look.

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71

IGN

The whole "use the lights" mechanic is refreshingly unique, and there's definitely a sense of satisfaction after you've figured out the room's solution.

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70

Nintendo Life

WayForward put a lot of time and work into LIT at it shows; it’s not perfect but if you’re in the mood for a puzzle game with a difference, break out your flashlight and watch out for what hides in the dark.

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70

Nintendojo

LIT showcases some rather novel puzzle aspects, while simultaneously remaining shrouded with horror and darkness.

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70

Teletext GameCentral

It's got its share of flaws but this is another absorbingly original puzzler for WiiWare.

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70

Eurogamer

It's just a shame that, much like its moping hero, it never ventures far enough from its comfort zone to become truly memorable.

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70

Edge Magazine

Lit is consistently rewarding for its duration, the lack of handholding and clue-giving heightening the thrill of finding a solution, regardless of whether it was thought through or merely stumbled upon in the dark. [Christmas 2009, p.100]

70

N-Europe

If you like puzzle games, you might want to check LiT out, and if darkness and monsters are up your alley all the more reason to get it. Just prepare for a few rage fits.

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67

Game Revolution

LIT's emphasis on trial and error might turn off the more impatient player, but if you are the kind that can't say no to a good puzzler, there are unlockable game modes to extend your play.

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65

GameCritics

It's recommended, but with a little more polish it could have been fantastic. As it stands, it's an interesting, yet slightly flawed effort.

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60

NGamer UK

It's good fun and something different. [May 2009, p.76]

What Our Users Said

The average user rating for this game is 7.2 (out of 10) based on 5 User Votes

Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

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