They call it ‘trial & death’ because you’ll die…a lot. These basic skills are all you have to overcome the many hazards that await the boy on his journey a lot of which are trap based. In control of the boy you can move left or right, jump, push & pull objects, climb up short ledges, ladders & ropes. The games story is basic, you are a boy with no name who wakes up in a mysterious forest & begins looking for his missing sister.Ī 2-D side-scrolling platformer, Limbo relies on its punishing puzzles & infamous ‘trial & death’ approach to keep you hooked.

In black & white throughout using incredible lighting, effects & eerie sounds to create a memorable atmosphere & haunting environment that will stick with you for a long time afterwards. I only mention it because if there is ever a game that is deserving of being considered a work of art, it is Limbo.įrom the start visually, you know you’re in for a treat. The argument about if games should be considered a form of art has been raging on for a while & will continue for a long time yet.

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