Life (Re)Sounding
A downloadable game for Windows
Life (Re)Sounding is currently in a beta state. There may be bugs and issues present in the game. If you find any of these, please let us know at likeglassgames@gmail.com - we would greatly appreciate it!
At the moment, Life (Re)Sounding requires a dedicated video card to run correctly. If you are having issues with the brightness of the game, try changing the shadow quality in the settings to "High".
Life (Re)Sounding is a short (around 15 -20 minute) game/interactive 5 track music album created using Unreal 5 and the MetaMidiToolkit. It is designed to raise awareness of neurodiversity by encouraging players to engage with slices of life of a neurodivergent person thrust into a world that was built for neurotypical people.
A lack of understanding around the obstacles faced by neurodivergent people growing up in a neurotypical world contributes to a higher risk of mental health challenges than their neurotypical counterparts. Through game design elements including mechanics, environments and dynamic audio, Life (Re)Sounding aims to put players into the shoes of a neurodivergent person, encouraging them to experience some of the ways that neurodivergent individuals are forced to navigate challenges that may not be apparent to the surrounding world and the complexities that come with this.
Whilst acknowledging that everyone's lived experiences are different, Life (Re)Sounding is informed by the personal experiences of the design team, those close to them and academic research in this space, Life (Re)Sounding aims to raise awareness of how hard it can be just to exist as a neurodivergent person, while also celebrating the transformative power of self-discovery and community connection.
Recommended System Requirements:
- OS: Windows 10 with Direct x 12 support
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2000 series and higher, or AMD Radeon RX 6000 series and higher.
Credits:
- Dr Susannah (Susie) Emery
- George Martin
- John Oestmann
- Josh McLean
- Alex Ferrabetta
Life (Re)Sounding is a project outcome of the Musical Automation in the Australian Games Industry project funded by APRA/AMCOS and Creative Australia (https://metamiditoolkit.com/)
This project has also been financially supported by the University of South Australia.
Privacy Policy :
Effective Date: October, 2024
Thank you for your interest in Life (Re)Sounding. This Privacy Policy explains how we, Like Glass Games, handle information in connection with the game, which is currently available for download in exe format (for Windows only) on itch.io.
1. Personal Information Collection
Life (Re)Sounding is a standalone, offline game designed to raise awareness of neurodivergent experiences. We do not collect, store, or process any personal information from users. This includes, but is not limited to, names, email addresses, date of birth, or any other identifiable information.
2. Data Usage and Sharing
Since Life (Re)Sounding does not collect any personal data, there is no data to be used, shared, or sold to third parties. The game does not include analytics, tracking, or advertising software, and there are no online multiplayer features requiring internet connection or data exchange.
3. Third-Party Platforms
The game is distributed through itch.io, which tracks basic download information, such as the number of downloads and the source of traffic (e.g., referral link, search engine). Itch.io does not provide us with any personal information about the downloader. We recommend reviewing itch.io’s Privacy Policy for further information on how they handle user data.
4. Security
Since no personal data is collected, there are no specific security risks associated with using Life (Re)Sounding. We recommend that users download the game only from trusted platforms like itch.io to avoid security risks associated with third-party downloads.
5. Updates to this Policy
If we make changes to our Privacy Policy, we will update the effective date and post the revised policy on our distribution platforms. We recommend checking this page periodically if you continue using Life (Re)Sounding after updates.
6. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please feel free to contact us at likeglassgames@gmail.com
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Great idea! Looks and sounds amazing.
Bug stuff and comments:
The first level froze after I finished the blocks. Didn't happen on my second attempt. Definitely needs a mouse, trying to do the second level with my laptop track pad nearly killed me.
Edit: My 16 year old played it as well and found it very relatable. There was significant frame loss when the lights became extremely bright in the lounge room level.
Edit Edit: We got stuck in the lounge room level when the food clipped through the bin and disappeared
Yet another edit: My 12 year old who has dygraphia and ADHD said it would be great for a PDH (personal development and Health) class at their school.
Thanks so much mushy1901 - we really appreciate the feedback and the bug finding! Thanks to your 12 year old as well :) We'll get on these issues ASAP :) That's a great idea about PDH class too!
No bugs from me on my playthrough, although as an autistic person definitely the increasing light on some of the levels was a great demonstration of light sensitivity.
Thanks so much for the feedback protonious, the way the light sensitivity comes across is one of my personal favourite elements in the game as it rings so true to real life for me.
I didn't get past the first level. It took me a while to find the clue, and then I had real issues getting the blocks on top of each other. I liked the music and particularly the tiny UI sound. I adjusted the lighting several times.
Thanks so much Kathy, we'll touch base with you to see if we can help work through that issue - we definitely want you to see the other levels!
Thank you and bug fixing - 21/09/24
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback and all of the excellent bug-hunting that you are all doing - we are much appreciative!
Because of your help we have now found and fixed the following bugs:
- Adjusted shadow settings on LOW to prevent oversaturation and excessive brightness.
- Added restart button to the pause menu, returning players to the most recent checkpoint.
- Fixed a bug preventing players from interacting with the level 3 chair, which could cause a game freeze.
- Pause menu now functions correctly when sitting in chairs.
- Additional level and collision tweaks.
Oh, well done. Such a good premise behind this game.
Thanks so much Kathy :)