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Child of Light is a 2D adventure RPG released April 29, 2014, featuring Aurora and a rhyming dialogue system. Learn more.

What is Child of Light?
Child of Light is a video game developed by UBISOFT and released on April 29, 2014. It is available across most current gaming platforms and is distributed digitally. It is a standalone 2D adventure and role-playing game (RPG) with a whimsical visual and narrative style, resembling an illustrated fairy tale, and features a distinctive combat system.

What's the story? Who are the characters?
The protagonist is Aurora, a princess from the Austro-Hungarian Empire in the late 19th century. After her mother's death, Aurora awakens in a dream world called Lemuria. To return home, she must restore the sun, moon, and stars, and fight the forces of the Dark Queen. Aurora journeys through Lemuria, meeting friends who help her find her way home.

Is this a game for little girls?
Child of Light can be played by anyone. While players who prefer not to play as a fairy princess might not enjoy it, those who can look past that will find an enjoyable game. It is an 'RPG-lite' experience suitable for introducing new players to the genre. The story involves dealing with death, so it may not be suitable for very young children.

Is this game easy or difficult?
The game has two difficulty levels: easy and difficult, formerly labeled for RPG novices and experts, respectively. The difficult mode primarily increases combat challenge. Most of the game's challenge stems from combat, which requires some skill even on easy mode, especially for bosses. The combat system is faster than a typical RPG, but mastering the CASTING system, INTERRUPTS, and appropriate SPECIAL ABILITIES for different enemies can make combat manageable.

Does this game have multiplayer?
There is a limited second-player helper option. The second player controls a helper character that would otherwise be controlled by the second thumbstick. This helper character can perform limited but useful actions like healing, collecting items, slowing enemies, and solving puzzles. This feature is intended to help gamer dads introduce their daughters to the RPG genre.

What is up with the dialogue?
Most dialogue in Child of Light rhymes, contributing to its fairy tale feel but sometimes constraining information delivery. This rhyming style, potentially compounded by translation from French, can occasionally interfere with player understanding.

Is the game any good?
The game was well-received by some reviewers and the author of this guide.

What are the differences between versions?
The WiiU version does not include achievements or DLC (Downloadable Content). Some versions, like on STEAM, offer oculi for real money, which is discouraged. Stardust is also mentioned as a purchasable item.

How do I read this guide?
To find specific information, use the table of contents and search for bracketed numbers (e.g., [xxx]) using Ctrl+F. Important TERMS or SYSTEMS are often CAPITALIZED upon introduction.