Child of Light

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  • Summary: Child of Light is a digital download, 2D side-scrolling role-playing game inspired by the art style of Studio Ghibli.

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 32
  3. Negative: 0 out of 32
  1. Pure Xbox
    Oct 22, 2014
    100
    The world needs more games like this.
  2. Gameblog.fr
    Apr 28, 2014
    90
    Artistically wonderful, depicting a superb story that can take you back to childhood and make you want every sentence you ear or pronounce to rhyme,Child of Light is delightful to play, with great exploration phases and a really good combat system. We definitely need more games like this one.
  3. Digitally Downloaded
    May 1, 2014
    90
    Child of Light is a fun adventure well worth exploring by yourself or with a friend.
  4. Destructoid
    Apr 28, 2014
    85
    Child of Light will satiate pretty much everyone but the most hardcore of RPG fans, and even then, they'll find plenty of enjoyment. There are a few minor issues here and there that hold it back from instant-classic status that could be enhanced in a sequel or future work, but regardless, Child of Light is a noble effort from Ubisoft Montreal, and another win to put in the studio's diverse portfolio.
  5. The Globe and Mail (Toronto)
    Apr 28, 2014
    80
    Child of Light has a lot going for it – amazing visuals, serene soundtrack, cute dialogue, clever puzzles, a relatively large world to explore and challenging battles, all put together into a package that has an unmistakable indie-art game feel. While its inspiration as a Japanese role-playing game is unmistakable, Ubisoft’s effort is a real stride forward in a genre that hasn’t changed much to reflect modern sensibilities.
  6. Xbox Achievements
    Apr 28, 2014
    80
    Ubisoft Montreal has conjured a fairy tale world that you'll enjoy spending time in, a text-based RPG adventure with its own line in rhyming. Child of Light is a glorious game, short and yet sweet, memorable, gorgeous; an incredible feat. And for the small price you'll be paying, Child of Light is definitely more than worth playing.
  7. AusGamers
    Apr 30, 2014
    60
    A beautiful and often clever game that doesn’t seem to be aiming as high as it could be. It seems content to simply be pretty and mechanically solid, but it’s not a game one can easily get super invested in. There are the makings of a better game in here, and the combat is reliably entertaining throughout, but Child of Light never quite rises as high as its untethered protagonist.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 43
  3. Negative: 2 out of 43
  1. strapcharles
    Apr 30, 2014
    10
    This is easily the highest quality indie game I've ever played, plus it's super cheap. As the reviews have said, the graphics areThis is easily the highest quality indie game I've ever played, plus it's super cheap. As the reviews have said, the graphics are breath-taking, and it's quality as an RPG is hard to match. Overall just a really great game.… Expand
  2. SimonSaysRage
    Apr 7, 2015
    10
    Without a doubt the most enjoyable game I've played on the Xbox One to date. It may be an indie game, but it delivers in a big way. The combatWithout a doubt the most enjoyable game I've played on the Xbox One to date. It may be an indie game, but it delivers in a big way. The combat mechanic is truly amazing and offers a real strategic challenge. Since it is the free game of the month for Xbox Live Gold members you have to download it. Had I paid $30-$40 for this game I would have been satisfied. It's a gem. Get it.… Expand
  4. baddeadtaste
    May 2, 2014
    10
    If you are a fan of classic old school RPG going back 15+ years or so you owe it to yourself to not miss this game. Fantastic visuals, soundIf you are a fan of classic old school RPG going back 15+ years or so you owe it to yourself to not miss this game. Fantastic visuals, sound and game play, especially the combat! The game is near pure perfection and totally addictive. Huge skill trees, multiple characters to fortify your party as well as gem crafting to improve your weapons, I simply can't say enough and all for $15 bones!!… Expand
  5. Dallaswithad
    Jun 3, 2014
    9
    Lovable (albeit childish) Characters, Heartwarming and dramatic story, Smart Turn-Based game play, and a Beautifully handcrafted (at leastLovable (albeit childish) Characters, Heartwarming and dramatic story, Smart Turn-Based game play, and a Beautifully handcrafted (at least that what it looks like) world that rewards you for exploring make this one of THE best games to get for xbox one. and for 15 dollars, this game is a great buy! Highly Recommended.… Expand
  6. garland_spqr
    Sep 13, 2015
    9
    A very charmig and well designed little game with pretty graphics and fantastic music. Gameplay and combat feels smooth. I never felt bored, IA very charmig and well designed little game with pretty graphics and fantastic music. Gameplay and combat feels smooth. I never felt bored, I enjoyed every second.… Expand
  7. zidfrit
    Apr 5, 2018
    8
    Un juego bastante sencillo pero que guarda toda esa magia de los RPG, un juego con una historia entretenidas, unos gráficos buenos que teUn juego bastante sencillo pero que guarda toda esa magia de los RPG, un juego con una historia entretenidas, unos gráficos buenos que te envolverá en un cuento de hadas, es un juego bastante bueno que lo disfrutaras de principio a fin y que le debe dar una oportunidad que te envuelva en su historia de princesas.… Expand
  8. Broyax
    Mar 16, 2017
    1
    Ubisoft recycle son moteur 2D Rainman comme un gros crevard. Ici, une petite princesse de CE2 remplace l'autiste : elle aussi, elle saute etUbisoft recycle son moteur 2D Rainman comme un gros crevard. Ici, une petite princesse de CE2 remplace l'autiste : elle aussi, elle saute et même qu'elle donne des coups d'épée ! à ce copié-collé, Ubisoft a rajouté une couche de japoniaiserie bien niaise avec notamment un système de combat tout droit sorti de Final fientasy !

    ça peut plaire éventuellement à quelques chiards qui comptent les cartes mais pas davantage ! le tout est en 1080pet @60 im/s, ce qui me rassure sur les capacités de la Xbox One : c'est de la puissance et des performances... (!)    … Expand

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