Lumen

Lumen is a 2D RPG about Bemko and his party, set across the continents of Piastol, Amesial and Dangral. You explore, take on quests and talk with numerous NPCs as the story unfolds, with dialogue, battles and other activities shaping the adventure.

Exploration and encounters

Foes appear on the map rather than through random encounters, so you can avoid battles most of the time. Some more aggressive creatures will chase and attack you. The world also holds an investigation at Baccus Farm, a hide-and-seek game in the tunnels under Bromure, a trophy chase for the Explorers’ Guild, riddles, dexterity games and companion quests that reveal more about your party.

Turn-based battles

Battles are turn-based with no waiting time, and include mini-QTEs that require one to three button presses to confirm your choices. A counter and evasion system adds strategic decisions: you can take an attack to counter immediately or evade to avoid harm. Using a potion or a last-resort ability also involves the QTEs.

Dialogue and party

Dialogue is central to the adventure, and you can learn about the world through conversations. At Baccus Farm, you investigate its secrets; in difficult situations, you argue and negotiate with NPCs using different party members and their distinct personalities.

Abilities and equipment

You acquire abilities with pearls earned in battle, and can buy and equip powerful items through menus designed around the game’s backgrounds. The game also features customized systems and graphics, alongside an original soundtrack created by a team of four.