Nordlicht

There aren't a whole lot of point and click adventure games where you can say the whole point is to warm the heart of the player. Nordlicht on the other hand is one such game. Practically everything about this game feels like it was made for the sole purpose of brightening your spirit. The Story: A family overcoming challenges to see each other. The Gameplay: Simple and easy to understand. The Graphics: Colorful, stylized and tickles the imagination the same way opening a children's picture book would. The characters in particular are very adorable to look at. The Music: Calm and relaxing, which is perhaps the cherry on top for the atmosphere of this game. The only complaint I can give is that it seems to attract certain fantasy and science fiction elements in ways that would intrigue the player, but are either ignored once explored or never explored all together. Which I find disappointing because if you were to put in a stone altar that apparently leads to another world or statues whose eyes light up for specific reasons, why wouldn't you go further with those elements? But I digress. Apart from the missed opportunities stated above, Nordlicht is still a relaxing and calming game at its core. Playing it will remind you of those childhood memories of getting yourself ready for school, hiking on a camping trip or even just heading out of town to see other family. If you're having a bad day and just need some cheering up, go ahead and play this. You won't regret it.

ポイントクリックとしての、面白さは、少なそうと感じるが（冒頭を翻訳しつつプレイして、「わざわざしっかり読む必要がある作品ではない」という認識　＆「翻訳しつつプレイする作品は、最小限」（という自分のルール）によって、この作品は、翻訳して「意味をしっかり理解しつつ　プレイ」するのは、しなかった） 「アートの魅力」はあるので、スクショやPVで　『アートに魅力を感じる』　なら、セール価格のフリーゲーム価格で購入した場合、不満は少ないと思う。

Dommage que l'on puisse pas mettre de note "neutre" car je le concède, Norlicht n'est pas foncièrement mauvais comme jeu mais il n'est pas bon non plus. Au premier abord, oui, les graphismes sont cool. La patte graphique est sympathique. Malheureusement, c'est le seul truc que j'ai trouvé intéressant. Le jeu est beaucoup trop court. Les mécaniques du bateau aurait pu apporter du nouveau dans ce genre de jeu. Les énigmes sont simples. Ca, oui. Les personnages pour moi sont pas vraiment intéressants : on a une fille et son père qui pour moi n'ont pas vraiment de "caractère" à part sourire tout le temps. J'ai été softlock dans le jeu à un moment donné (c'est un bug du jeu connu) avec cett histoire d'album photo. Ca m'a fait grincer des dents vu que j'ai du refaire le chapitre. J'ai donc du passer en vitesse tous les dialogues et refaire la "zone". Il n'y a d'ailleurs que trois petits chapitres. Je reconnais que pour un point & click simple et court, cela peut convenir. Je reviens sur un point de détails : il nous manque des réponses sur certains éléments du jeu. Pourquoi on peut cliquer, genre, ramasser une recette de cuisine si le personnage ne la prend jamais ? Pourquoi on a des objets que l'on utilise pas du tout ? (la soupe de boue de la fille). Soit j'ai loupé quelque chose, soit ces objets ne servent vraiment à rien. Bref, je n'ai pas aimé ce jeu personnellement. C'est bien pour le faire en famille mais cela reste là.

Начнём с того, что я плачу. Это приятный вечер. Здоровые отношения с каплей грусти. Сюжетный поворот был очевиден, но до последнего хотелось не верить в него. Можно немного поругать не всегда очевидные применение предметы, но это не сломало погружение. Всё ещё есть открытые вопросы. Зачем носок? Куда бутерброд? И чей портфель? Но это и делает историю глубже. Спасибо за неё <3 На один вечер, под какао самое то. Зимние настроение, без подвохом и с чувством чуда, мягкой благородной грустью. Рекомендую ознакомиться

Скучища невообразимая. Вообще люблю душевные игры. По этому не раздумывая купил игру сразу, как увидел. Единственное, относительно неплохое в игре, это визуал. Остальное полное разочарование. История не цепляет, логика действий никакая, персонажи пустые, геймплея на 1 час. Халтура в красивой оболочке. под конец вообще уперся в непроходимый баг с капсулой времени, досмотрел прохождение в инете на ускоренной перемотке.

Nordlicht is a short, story-driven point-and-click adventure developed by illius and published by Sedoc LLC, crafted with a strong emphasis on atmosphere, emotion, and visual storytelling. Rather than aiming for mechanical complexity or elaborate branching narratives, the game focuses on a heartfelt journey experienced through the eyes of a young girl named Aurora. Accompanied by her inventive father Rupert and their endearing guinea pig companion Peter, Aurora embarks on an annual voyage toward the northern seas. What begins as a simple family expedition gradually unfolds into a reflective tale about love, memory, and resilience against both natural and personal challenges. The narrative is the central pillar of Nordlicht. Told with gentle pacing and subtle emotional cues, the story explores themes of family bonds, coping with loss, and finding strength in shared experiences. The writing avoids melodrama, instead presenting moments of quiet reflection that give the journey depth without overwhelming the player. Aurora’s perspective adds innocence and curiosity to the unfolding events, creating a tone that is both whimsical and sincere. Although the overall runtime is relatively short, typically lasting only a couple of hours, the game’s concise structure ensures that each scene contributes meaningfully to the emotional arc. Gameplay adheres to classic point-and-click conventions. Players guide Aurora through beautifully illustrated environments, interacting with objects, collecting items, and solving light inventory-based puzzles. The puzzle design remains accessible throughout, rarely veering into frustration or obscurity. Solutions generally rely on observation and logical thinking rather than complex combinations or hidden triggers. This approach keeps the focus on narrative progression rather than mechanical challenge. Occasional interactive segments introduce minor variations, such as guiding a boat through icy waters, but these sequences serve more to enhance immersion than to introduce difficulty. One of Nordlicht’s strongest qualities lies in its art direction. The hand-drawn visuals evoke the warmth of a children’s storybook, yet they carry enough detail to convey mood and atmosphere effectively. Snow-covered landscapes, cozy interiors, and maritime backdrops are rendered with soft color palettes and expressive lighting. Each scene feels thoughtfully composed, contributing to the emotional resonance of the story. The absence of voice acting does not detract from immersion; instead, the combination of written dialogue and evocative imagery allows players to project their own interpretation onto the characters. The soundtrack complements the visual presentation with gentle, melodic compositions that reinforce the contemplative tone. Music subtly underscores key moments without dominating the experience, enhancing the sense of quiet wonder that defines the journey. Ambient sounds and environmental details further immerse the player in the northern setting, creating a cohesive sensory atmosphere that feels intimate and personal. While Nordlicht does not offer extensive replay value or mechanical depth, its brevity can be seen as one of its strengths. The game delivers a focused and complete story without unnecessary padding. Players seeking complex puzzle systems or branching outcomes may find the experience modest, but those drawn to emotionally driven adventures will likely appreciate its clarity and sincerity. It functions best as a narrative vignette—compact yet meaningful. Ultimately, Nordlicht succeeds as a heartfelt indie adventure that prioritizes atmosphere and storytelling over spectacle. Its combination of charming art, gentle puzzles, and emotional depth creates a memorable journey that lingers beyond its short runtime. For players who value intimate, story-centered experiences with a warm and reflective tone, Nordlicht offers a quiet but impactful voyage into the far north. Rating: 7/10

Pros - Game is very beautiful, lovely art-style, nice music. - Puzzles are simple but enjoyable. There is also a kind of sailing mini-game thing that might not be to everyone's taste but does add a bit of variety to the typical inventory based point and click puzzles. - Sweet and poignant story - Well written dialog - Show hot-spots tool. Cons - Moving is very slow - No graphical, audio or game-play settings. - The inventory interface was kind of odd in that you had two different views, Its almost as if they realized late on in the development that the original horizontal bar design was problematic for combining items since you can't scroll so they added a vertical menu as well (although not sure why they just wouldn't have added the ability to scroll.) Or maybe they game is also available on mobile and its something related to that. Regardless its a bit weird but not too much of an inconvenience. - Game is very short but in fairness I think its reasonably priced for the content. - There is some minor bugs but also there is a major one at the end; if you open the time capsule then the game gets stuck and you can't continue. You need to control-alt-delete, kill the game and start over from your last save. - No Auto-Save (would have been really handy for when encountering the time capsule bug) Overall despite the problems I had fun playing it. Just remember to save often. Recommended.

Симпатична и милая игра, но очень короткая)