It brings out Nihilumbra’s best levels, testing your mettle while retaining the game’s penchant for easily understood puzzles. ![]() Where the story merely hints at the potential of behind its mechanics, Void Mode demonstrates their genius. “Nihilumbra shines brightest here (Void Mode). The tone of the game is serious, and the presentation really supports that rather than undermining it and making it come off as silly.” The visuals are complemented by an orchestral score that’s just Danny Elfman enough, and narration that is very well voiced for the story. Everything looks hand drawn and a bit ethereal, a mix between a Tim Burton movie and a Jhonen Vasquez comic. Its presentation rivals games like Braid and Limbo. “The whole game is great, but for me the presentation takes Nihilumbra from being a fun and clever indie game to something really special. ![]() Nihilumbra is a thoroughly enjoyable experience that will stick with you. If you don’t yet own it, then definitely consider making a purchase in the near future. ![]() Anyone who absentmindedly picked it up during a sale should do themselves a favor and play right now. ![]() This is a project filled with incredibly smart puzzle design and an important message at its core. “is the kind of game that many will look over because they think they’ve played things like it hundreds of times before.
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