The article The Green Light (Nintendo Switch) - The test was first published on Nintendo-Town.fr. The Green Light is the second creation of independent developer Waleedzo, who previously worked on The Black Within, a game that has not been released on Nintendo consoles. This time, Waleedzo worked alone, with some assistance from voice actors. The Green Light continues the developer's focus on psychological horror, offering a first-person experience that is more about atmosphere than jump scares. The story follows Fred, a dreamy artist stuck in a dead-end office job. He despises his boss, Rafael, and feels trapped in his life. One night, after everyone else has left, Fred discovers a mysterious radio that leads him toward a lighthouse marked by a green light. Driven by dissatisfaction and a sense of having nothing to lose, Fred begins a journey that turns out to be more complicated than he imagined.
The Green Light is best described as a walking simulator with a tense and sometimes oppressive atmosphere, rather than a full horror game. The player controls Fred in first person, exploring the environment and interacting with objects to complete objectives that trigger scripted scenes and advance the story. Some puzzles require observation and deduction, such as finding a password or activating valves in a specific order. However, the game’s interface can be frustrating at times, as the cursor often fails to appear clearly on small objects. While the story is engaging and thought-provoking, it leaves many questions unanswered, possibly by design, allowing players to form their own interpretations.
Technically, The Green Light does not feature impressive graphics. The visuals are clean and occasionally enhanced by lighting effects, but textures and models are not particularly detailed. The sound design, however, is a notable strength. The English voice acting is well performed and helps immerse the player in the story. Unfortunately, the text is not translated into French, which could be a barrier for some players. A basic understanding of English is sufficient to follow the story, but there is a slight delay between the subtitles and the character voices. The developer worked alone, though he did use actors for the voice work and aimed to create four distinct environments within the game’s short length.
The main issue with The Green Light is its brevity. The game can be completed in about an hour and a half, and once the story concludes, there is little incentive to play again. The ending is abrupt, leaving players with more questions than answers. Some moments are startling, while others feel overly predictable. While the game has a decent overall experience, fans of the genre may find better options. The sound design and voice acting are positives, but the lack of French support, the cryptic story, and the game's short length are drawbacks. The Green Light is available for 4.99 euros on the Nintendo eShop. Despite an intriguing premise, the game fails to fully develop its potential, leaving players with a sense of unfinished promise.
Nintendo Switch game The Green Light reviewed for its atmospheric storytelling and technical limitations
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