Full game metadata
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Steam app type | game |
| Steam App ID | 2520950 |
| Live current players | 1 |
| SteamPulse tracked peak | 8 |
| Live count (today's peak floor) | 1 |
| Price | Free to play |
| Free to play | Yes |
| Discount | 0% |
| Original price USD | — |
| Current price USD | Free |
| Release date | Jan 26, 2024 |
| Developer | Voices of the Forgotten |
| Publisher | Arcade Distillery |
| Owners estimated | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate minimum | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate maximum | Not available |
| Review type | Mostly Positive |
| Positive review percent | 79% |
| Positive reviews | 48 |
| Negative reviews | 13 |
| Total reviews | 61 |
| Steam recommendations | Not available |
| Achievements | 12 |
| Average playtime forever | 85 minutes |
| Windows support | Yes |
| macOS support | No |
| Linux support | No |
| Parent game | Not available |
| Store URL | https://store.steampowered.com/app/2520950/ |
Short description
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, releasing free for educational purposes.
About this game
The Light in the Darkness is a captivating role-playing game that takes players on an emotional journey through the dark times of the Nazi occupation of France during World War II. In this game, players take on the role of a Polish Jewish family living in Paris, experiencing the hardships and challenges they face as they try to survive in a world that is becoming increasingly hostile towards them. Gameplay in The Light in the Darkness revolves around making choices and exploring the environment. Players will interact with various characters, engage in dialogue, and make decisions. The game's story is told through a mix of in-game events and documentary evidence, which adds a layer of authenticity to the experience. The game also features a variety of simple mini-games, which help to break up the narrative and add variety to the gameplay. One of the key features of The Light in the Darkness is its educational platform. Players will be able to access archives and photos, as well as explore history in a way that is designed to make Holocaust education accessible for all, including those who don't have the ability to visit museums.
Supported languages
English, French, Arabic