Child of Light

1. guy102931

   Jul 3, 2014

   10

   Average frame rate of 30 is the compromise made for the Vita version of Child of Light, which stands above its home console counterparts as aAverage frame rate of 30 is the compromise made for the Vita version of Child of Light, which stands above its home console counterparts as a result of the optional touchscreen or back touchpad controls for Igniculus.
   
   Character models are slightly less detailed, but everything else stands equal to the home console/PC versions.… Expand

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2. chiemartin

   Jul 6, 2014

   10

   For $15, I find no need to wait for it to go on discount to pick it up. It's a ridiculously great game, as I can't seem to put it down when IFor $15, I find no need to wait for it to go on discount to pick it up. It's a ridiculously great game, as I can't seem to put it down when I pick it back up. I'm not much of a fan of turn-based battle, though this kept my fancy just the same. It has a platformer-feel in an RPG setting; a wonderful blend indeed. :D… Expand

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4. Kaniya

   Jul 26, 2014

   10

   Vita Version comes with all the DLC previously released for console version. Child Of Light features the same engine as Rayman series and iVita Version comes with all the DLC previously released for console version. Child Of Light features the same engine as Rayman series and i should say the art work is superb, the areas are wonderfully drawn as it is hand crafted, I often spend sometimes staring at the beauty of the artstyle in the game.
   Story is set in a sad looking world but its wonderfully told and its meaningful and fantastic. Music is fantastic too. only downside is that the combats might not be that challenging if you play RPG and Turn based RPGs on regular basis .
   it takes about 12 to 14 hours to complete the whole game as well.… Expand

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5. 00-z3N

   Mar 14, 2018

   8

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   Score/Nota: 8.3/10 We are undoubtedly one of the highest quality rpgs in recent years and is that thisReview/Reseña (English/Español)
   
   Score/Nota: 8.3/10
   
   We are undoubtedly one of the highest quality rpgs in recent years and is that this work coming from Ubisoft (if something we can thank them is that at least, be good or bad, try to create new franchises every year) overflows charisma and originality. It is not your typical medieval rpg in turn, COL combines the role with touches of platforms, at the same time, has a system of battles "turn" quite peculiar, since depending on a bar we can know in a certain measure in which moment they can attack us, which allows us to create a better strategy based on the many possibilities offered by the same, giving a feeling that we are facing a game of "battles in real time". The OST its "meh", but in terms of history the game is sublime, because although it is simple at the beginning, step by step it takes strength and ends satisfactorily with a very beautiful message, from the hand of a great range of interesting and charismatic characters that will make that we enjoy every hour that we are glued to the console.
   
   No doubt a mandatory game for the owners of a PSVita since it is the only one that offers the extra to be portable without losing any quality and the fact that the game as such is quite simple and simple, is a great option for all those who wish to start in the world of RPGs. 8.3/10
   
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   Estamos sin duda ante uno de los rpgs de mayor calidad en los últimos años y es que esta obra viniendo de Ubisoft (si algo le podemos agradecer a ellos es que al menos, sean buenas o malas, intentan crear nuevas franquicias cada año) rebosa de carisma y originalidad. No es tu típico rpg medieval estricto por turnos, sino que combina de manera magistral el rol con toques de plataformas, al mismo tiempo, cuenta con un sistema de batallas “por turnos” bastante peculiar, ya que dependiendo de una barra podemos saber en cierta medida en que momento nos podrán atacar, con lo cual nos permite crear una mejor estrategia basándonos en las muchas posibilidades que nos ofrece el mismo, dando una sensación de que estamos ante un juego de “batallas en tiempo real”. Musicalmente hablando es muy flojo, pero en términos de historia el juego es sublime, ya que aunque es simple al inicio, poco a poco toma fuerza y termina de manera satisfactoria con un muy lindo mensaje, de la mano claro está, de una gran gama de personajes interesantes y carismáticos que harán que disfrutemos cada hora que estemos pegados a la consola.
   
   Sin duda un juego obligatorio para los poseedores de una PSVita ya que es la única que ofrece el extra de ser portable sin perder calidad alguna y el hecho de que el juego como tal sea bastante simple y sencillo, es una gran opción para todos(as) aquellos que deseen empezar en el mundo de los rpgs. 8.3/10… Expand

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6. Jellybean15

   Nov 13, 2015

   8

   Child of Light is one of the few gems of 2014 that will unfortunately slip under a lot of peoples’ radars, which is really sad, because whileChild of Light is one of the few gems of 2014 that will unfortunately slip under a lot of peoples’ radars, which is really sad, because while this title is not as mainstream as the other Ubisoft games released the same year, it’s easily one of the very best released by the publisher. On the surface, Child of Light appears as another one of those artistic games that looks to impress you more with it’s pretty art style, beautiful music, and a tone purposely set to appeal to all ages, another game that’s way more style over substance. However, Child of Light impresses with not just its great presentation, but also a solid combat system underneath its surface.
   
   The game stars Aurora, a princess who has awoken from a deep slumber and is determined to get back to her father, the King. She is accompanied by a firefly, a teardrop shaped creature who serves as her guide and companion in battle. Despite her gentle and kind nature, Aurora is not incapable of defending herself, and she uses both a sword and magic to help her fight creatures in this game’s time based combat system.
   
   What I love about Child of Light’s Combat mechanics is how simple yet deep it all is. In battle, Aurora, her allies and enemies alike are all placed on a timeline across the screen. An icon is displayed to represent who is currently ahead in the timeline and will get to go first. When one of your character’s icons gets about 3 quarters of the way through the line to a red section, time will stop to allow you to choose your next action. Depending on how powerful the action is, the more time it could take to cast, and that’s where the red section comes into play. If a character or enemy is attacked while in the middle of casting a move, their icon will be pushed further down the line, not only preventing them from casting their move, but cancelling it out entirely. What stops this from being such a simple combat system is the firefly. While allies and enemies in battle must wait for their turn to move, you control the firefly independently and use his magic to either heal Aurora and her allies or blind their enemies, slowing their progress on the timeline. This simple feature gives so much more strategy to an otherwise simple system because interrupting an enemy’s move becomes a big part of winning the battle. You have to decide whether or not slowing an enemy down or letting him move at a normal pace on the timeline is more beneficial for your strategy. It not only requires careful planning, but quick thinking, making the combat system very satisfying.
   
   Like I’ve mentioned, Aurora is not by herself. She has allies that you can swap in and out of the party. They all have different sets of attacks and come in varying degrees of strength. The only problem with the party system is the limit of only two characters fighting in your party at a time while you’ll be fighting groups of three. It’s a minor annoyance but feels like an artificial way to increase the difficulty by nerfing your party, rather than make enemies stronger. Since some are clearly more powerful than others, it is hard to initially justify using some party members over others. That’s where the Oculi system comes in.
   
   Oculi are gems that contain magical properties that you can assign to one of three slots belonging to any party member. Different colors represent different properties and how they affect you depends not only on their color but on what column you put them in. A red oculi - depending on the column - can give your attacks fire damage, fire resistance, or more health. Oculi also have different sizes, which can be found or crafted by combining oculi together. The same color will result in a more powerful version, but different colors combined will create a new color altogether, encouraging both experimentation and careful thinking. Plus, since many enemies are weaker against some elements and strong against others, assigning different elements to party members gives them purpose, especially since you can swap party members mid battle.
   
   As for the game’s presentation, the game is absolutely beautiful, both visually and audibly. With cel-shaded characters on paint brush environments and an amazing soundtrack, Child of Light’s presentation is absolutely stunning. Plus, with characters from talking animals, dwarfs and other mythological creatures, the game’s world, plot, and story are something straight out of an old school Disney movie, but manages not to become too childish, save for the dialogue that feels the need to compulsively rhyme.
   
   Overall, Child of Light is a very satisfying 12-15 experience, with great combat and an interesting story. Plus, on the Vita, it’s the perfect handheld experience for gaming on the go.… Expand

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7. radovasq

   Jan 14, 2017

   7

   Como amante de los RPGs, puedo decir que... Al menos lo terminé, lo que es un logro puesto que el juego no me motivó mucho para sacarle elComo amante de los RPGs, puedo decir que... Al menos lo terminé, lo que es un logro puesto que el juego no me motivó mucho para sacarle el jugo.
   
   No voy a negar que luce súper, y que la música es "bella". Pero lamentablemente la historia, al menos para mí, es muy poco profunda como para que me emocione. A eso sumarle algunos clichés asociados a ciertos personajes que sólo me motivaban a presionar la "X" cada vez que hablaban. Son comos los Jar Jar Binks del juego: odiosos, y provocadores de vergüenza ajena.
   
   El combate lo encuentro interesante eso sí. Es básicamente el sistema ATB de los Final Fantasy, pero con la salvedad de que los contendientes se pueden interrumpir mutuamente mientras preparan el movimiento. Esto le añade una componente estratégica que, o juega a tu favor, o te jode por un buen rato al no dejarte hacer nada.
   
   Si te gustan los juegos de hadas (y por qué no, la cursilería), entonces puede que Child of Light sea para tí. Yo al menos dejaré la caja con el cartucho en la estantería de forma indefinida, a la vez que serán los primeros datos que borraré cuando a la Vita le quede poco espacio en la memoria.… Expand

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8. Overanalytical

   Aug 11, 2014

   0

   I'd give this a 4 but you all know how metacritic works graphics are in simplicity : cheap gameplay is steryotypical and nothing all thatI'd give this a 4 but you all know how metacritic works graphics are in simplicity : cheap gameplay is steryotypical and nothing all that knew story is non existent honestly and the audio is good but that won't make a game for me at least I did not like this one bit… Expand

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