![]() Then again, dogs have played an important role in Alx’s treatment, and maybe he wanted to represent that in the game. Sure, maybe knowing the nature of this dog is vital to understanding the plot. ![]() While there is attention given to the characters and events, the ambiguity makes sure they don’t distract from the personal ideas trying to be shared. The ambiguity of the plot allows players to get invested, without requiring them to know every detail, making many aspects of Hyper Light Drifter’s story open to interpretation. The visuals only give the player a glimpse into the world’s history, and that’s by design. By sticking to “show don’t tell,” Hyper Light Drifter’s visuals allow the player to connect with the main character and bring the more personal themes into focus. The worsening symptoms are concerning, finding an ally is a huge relief, and the small moments of humor are a welcome surprise. To do this, you have to stay focused on the game, and while searching the screen for clues, the events that happen to the drifter become more impactful. The visuals don’t connect the dots for the player, but by exploring the world, you can start to piece things together. The events of Hyper Light Drifter are conveyed through cutscenes, these PowerPoints that replace dialogue, and environmental storytelling. What really elevates this telling for me, is how these ideas are delivered without text, or voice acting. This game’s ability to share such a complex relationship and private experience with the player is nothing short of incredible. Yet, realizing all of this and still pressing forward. Knowing the truth about a health condition and the helplessness of experiencing an attack from within. Hyper Light Drifter has made me reflect on the dread of another coughing fit. Nothing that forces me to consider that my body could check out at any moment but thanks to the portrayal of illness in this game, I’ve gained a respect for it. I’m fascinated by how well his perspective is communicated to the player. That’s something I’m keenly familiar with.” – Alx Preston “The main character in Hyper Light Drifter suffers from a deadly illness, one he is desperately seeking a cure for. When interviewed by The Guardian, Alx shared, Not the light saber and giant robot stuff, although that would be really cool, but his struggle with life-threatening health issues. ![]() I went into this game hoping to learn more about its world, yet what stayed with me long after putting the controller down, was how Hyper Light Drifter shares a personal story without uttering a single word.Ĭreated and conceptualized by Heart Machine’s founder Alx Preston, Hyper Light Drifter is the telling of his story. There’s plenty to enjoy about this game, the vibrant colors, the somber synth tones, and this neat little guy in a red cape. ![]() One of my favorite examples of this in video games is Heart Machine’s Hyper Light Drifter. You can learn a lot about someone through their storytelling. The Visual Experience of Hyper Light Drifter ![]()
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