Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows Vista Processeur : Intel Core2Duo E8200 @ 2.6 GHz or AMD Athlon II X2 240 @ 2.8 GHz Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : nVidia GeForce 8800 GT or AMD Radeon HD2900 XT (512MB VRAM with Shader Model 4.0 or higher) DirectX : Version 9.0c Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX Compatible Sound Card with latest drivers Notes supplémentaires : Windows-compatible keyboard and mouse required, optional Microsoft XBOX360 controller or compatible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows Vista Processeur : Intel Core2Quad Q8400 @ 2.6 GHz or AMD Athlon II X4 620 @ 2.6 GHz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : nVidia GeForce GTX260 or AMD Radeon HD4870 (512MB VRAM with Shader Model 4.0 or higher) DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX Compatible Sound Card with latest drivers Notes supplémentaires : Windows-compatible keyboard and mouse required, optional Microsoft XBOX360 controller or compatible
Child of Light
A poetic RPG that lingers in memory long after the credits roll. Despite technical hiccups, its fairy-tale charm shines through, drawing players deep into its world.
What it's about: Aurora, a young girl from 1895 Austria, awakens on the lost fairytale continent of Lemuria. To return home she must fight against the dark creatures of the Queen of the Night, who have stolen the sun, the moon and the stars. At stake is not only Lemuria, but Aurora’s true destiny.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 105 | 83 | 9 | 13 |
| Graphics / art | 97 | 92 | 0 | 5 |
| Story / writing | 82 | 78 | 0 | 4 |
| Audio / music | 58 | 57 | 0 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 31 | 2 | 0 | 29 |
| Performance | 22 | 2 | 0 | 20 |
| Stability / bugs | 12 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Content / longevity | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Value for money | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Multiplayer | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 16 h on median; those who dislike it: 2.2 h.
🪤 48 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Feb 07, 2014 · All-time low: €3.74 (Jun 12, 2015)
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Strengths
- The story weaves a spell: 78 positive mentions out of 82 reviews mentioning it
- Stunning visuals captivate players: 92 positive mentions out of 97 reviews about graphics
- Music and atmosphere enchant almost universally: 57 positive mentions out of 58 reviews about audio
- Those who play beyond two hours overwhelmingly keep going: 72% positive for 2-10h players, rising to 95% for 25+ hour sessions
Weaknesses
- Frequent crashes disrupt the experience: 12 negative mentions, all citing bugs with no positives
- User interface frustrates many: 29 negative mentions out of 31 reviews mentioning UI
- Performance struggles to match its beauty: only 2 positive mentions out of 22 about technical performance
Who is it for?
Fans of narrative-driven RPGs and fairy-tale aesthetics will find a rare gem. Players seeking flawless execution may need patience.
Is Child of Light worth it in 2026?
Yes, without reservation for most players: 91% of 13,464 Steam reviews are positive (player score 80/100). Most-praised strength: The story weaves a spell. Current price: 14,99€.
Verdict
Child of Light enchants with its artistic vision and storytelling, though technical flaws and interface quirks create barriers. A game that demands emotional investment rather than technical perfection.
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