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Soulless: Ray Of Hope

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2016

Should you play it?

Soulless: Ray of Hope is a 2D story-driven platformer focused on atmosphere, exploration, and emotional storytelling in a dark, minimalist world.

What works
  • Beautiful atmospheric art and music
  • Engaging puzzle-platformer mechanics
  • Multiple endings and secrets
  • Emotional and symbolic storytelling
  • Accessible gameplay with fair checkpoints
Things to keep in mind
  • Short game length
  • Imprecise and slow controls
  • Some bugs and technical issues
  • Limited replay value
  • Story can be vague and confusing

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Hue

  • Creepy Tale

  • Whispering Willows

  • Candle

  • Conarium

  • Creepy Tale 2

  • Stray Cat Crossing

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  • FAR: Changing Tides
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

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  • Aporia: Beyond The Valley

  • Soul Axiom
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Soulless: Ray Of Hope: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Relaxation. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Violence, Thrill.

Why this game works

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