Child of Light
UbiSoft Montreal
Xbox One, Xbox 360, PS4, PS3, PS Vita, Wii U, PC
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Child of Light is like a children's storybook come to vivid life. It's striking visual stye is the first thing you notice about it, and how everything pops off the screen. It's quite possibly the most beautiful game of 2014. But UbiSoft's JRPG-lite isn't just all good looks; there's a very deep and enjoyable game here that matches it's visual splendor. Featuring one of the best soundtracks of the year, Child of Light is just brimming with pure joy and love. Cast as Aurora, a small girl cast into a strange, new world alone, you must team up with a colorful cast of characters and battle strange and frightening enemies to find your way back home. At 15 hours, it never outstays its welcome, but still manages to provide a completely engrossing RPG experience.
Child of Light just oozes charms, as its light but enjoyable story is told entirely in rhyme. The turn-based combat balances simplicity and challenge really well, so that RPG newbies (like myself) and veterans alike can find something to admire. There are just enough collectibles and side-quests to keep you away from the main story, and I never felt as if the game was pushing me towards the finish line. Child of Light is a very relaxing game, in all honesty. It's beautiful to look at, lovely to listen to, and a blast to play and explore. Much like Valiant Hearts (which also used the UbiArt Framework), Child of Light is a game where you can see and feel all of the love and passion poured into it. It's one of the most beautiful and stunning gaming experiences I've ever had.
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