Adventure

The Light in the Darkness

Single Player

2023

Released

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📅 Release Info

Release DateFebruary 17, 2023

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🏷️ Game Details

Genres

AdventureIndieVisual Novel

Playable on

PCPlayStationXbox

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PC (Microsoft Windows)PCPlayStation 4PlayStation 5Xbox Series X|SXbox One

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About this game

The Light in the Darkness tells the story of a working-class family of Polish Jews in France during the Holocaust. It is the first videogame to portray the Holocaust accurately, releasing free for educational purposes.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Portrays Holocaust experiences of a Polish Jewish family in France.
Accessible introduction to Holocaust history and antisemitic persecution.
Straightforward format and free release make it widely accessible.
Family-focused narrative presents persecution, separation, and survival.

Cons

Interactive sections offer simple mechanics with limited depth.
Short campaign offers a compact educational experience.
Modest visuals, animation, and overall production values.

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