under the lighthouse leans decisively into its strengths — that clarity of intent lends a lot of weight to the piece. The strength of its almost-ultraviolet, thoroughly electronic aesthetic, and the uncompromising commitment to demanding the player learn about the world exclusively through the filter of Liv’s perspective are both exemplars of this game’s tight focus. I also want to note that, in thematic tandem with the game, the itch page has links to the sites referenced in the story. It’s an absolutely brilliant touch that demands I dwell on it outside of my time playing it.