The Strange Lights

Buy87%

Very Positive · 137 player reviews · Low confidence

Reviews look positive, but there are only a few so far.

JustTomcuk · Horror · Feb 7, 2026

Player review score
87%
Very Positive
Price
$4.99
Playing right now
All-time peak
Not charted

Steam only charts its most-played games, and this one isn’t among them.

Achievements
5
total to unlock
Steam does not publish achievement rarity.
Languages
103
Full audio0 of 103
Subtitles103 of 103

Should I buy The Strange Lights?

Buy it if you like
  • Story: 14 reviews raised it, mostly praise
  • Graphics: 14 reviews raised it, mostly praise
  • Audio: 14 reviews raised it, mostly praise
Think twice if you dislike
  • No recurring complaint surfaced in 65 sampled reviews

Based on 137 player reviews · updated

What players think

The recurring themes across 65 analysed reviews: what players praise, what divides them, and what to know.

Why players love itThings to know
100% of themes are praise65 helpful reviews0% are complaints
Story
Players who bring up Story mostly praise it.
14 of 65 sampled reviews raised it
While those seeking complex puzzles or action-oriented gameplay may find the mechanics limited, the straightforward design allows the narrative and atmosphere to remain the primary focus throughout the experience.
Graphics
Players who bring up Graphics mostly praise it.
14 of 65 sampled reviews raised it
The sound design, lighting, pacing, and environmental details all work together to create constant tension and unease.
Audio
Players who bring up Audio mostly praise it.
14 of 65 sampled reviews raised it
The sound design and environmental detail keep tension high without leaning heavily on jump scares.
Gameplay
Players who bring up Gameplay mostly praise it.
12 of 65 sampled reviews raised it
Exploring the abandoned location feels meaningful because every environment hints at a forgotten past, inviting players to connect scattered details and form their own conclusions.

Theme by theme

Scored on what reviews say about each topic, not the thumbs.

Players love
Story14 reviews
Graphics14 reviews
Audio14 reviews
Gameplay12 reviews
Divided opinion

No themes split opinion in this sample.

Players complain

No recurring complaints in this sample.

What you get

Can you play it alone, does a controller work, does it run on your machine.

Play modes

  • Single-player

Controller

  • Partial Controller Support

Store features

  • Family Sharing
  • Steam Achievements

Platforms

  • Windows

Should I buy it now?

Based on Steam price history.

Prices have been lower
$4.99

The lowest we've tracked is $3.49.

6 points recordedtoday · $4.99

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