- Five confessions beginning in a dark graveyard… A record of judgment brought back to life through hand-drawn illustrations
- Over 25 multi-ending Gothic psychological dramas, completely visual remade just 7 months after release
Luce Spenta, a Gothic psychological visual novel developed by Italian solo indie developer MrFaabry (Fabrizio Franco), has undergone its largest visual remake update since its release.
Released on Steam in October 2025, Luce Spenta is a game that deals with weighty themes of sin, forgiveness, and judgment through detailed Gothic artwork, a somber atmosphere, and over 25 multi-endings. It garnered attention for its unique structure that places the player in the position of a judge rather than a mere observer, and this update has completely revamped the game’s overall visuals.
The Judge who decides the fate of five souls … The choice is up to the player.
The story of Luce Spenta begins in a dark underground tomb situated on the boundary between life and death. The player awakens as a nameless being and receives a mission from the mysterious guide ‘Morta’ to judge five tormented souls.
The player must listen to the stories of souls, each carrying their own backstory and guilt, and pass final judgment. Depending on the choice, the souls are saved or punished, and sometimes vanish into complete oblivion.
After all the judgments are over, an unexpected twist awaits. Morta leads the player to the place of the final judgment, and it is revealed that all the choices made so far were ultimately a mirror reflecting the player themselves.
The work unfolds around five themes—memory, guilt, forgiveness, choice, and judgment—offering the player a unique journey that demands moral responsibility and self-reflection.
The biggest visual remake in history, reborn with minimal reliance on AI and hand-drawn illustrations
The core of this update is a visual overhaul throughout the game. Developer MrFaabry explained, “We utilized AI tools quite extensively in the previous version, but we have minimized them in this remake,” adding, “You will be able to see a distinct difference in detail, proportions, expressiveness, and overall consistency.”
Most of the visual materials, including background art, character illustrations, CG scenes, event images, UI, and direction elements, were newly created. Through this, the focus was on expressing the work’s unique Gothic and psychological atmosphere in greater depth.
The game leaves a strong visual impression through dark graveyards, deep shadows, and intricately depicted character portrayals. Furthermore, all visual elements were completed after undergoing a direct selection and editing process by the developers prior to final implementation.
Sound is also one of the key elements that elevate the quality of the work. Background music and sound effects create a gloomy and unsettling atmosphere that envelops the entire game, providing a high level of immersion even without separate voice acting.
Media and community rave reviews calling it “one of the best visual novels on Steam”
Luce Spenta has received positive reviews from various media and players since its release.
NeverMoreNiche, a media outlet specializing in games, gave it 4.5 out of 5, stating, “The story kept me immersed until the end and made me want to know more.” The Drastik Measure also gave it 8.4 out of 10, describing it as a “dark yet beautiful visual novel” and praising its intense atmosphere and emotional narrative.
Reactions from Steam users are also favorable. One user commented, “The combination of story, soundtrack, and challenging choices is outstanding,” adding, “It is a title I would recommend even to people who do not usually enjoy visual novels.”
Another user described the work as an “introspective, gothic, and emotionally profound journey,” noting that it is particularly suitable for those seeking a serious narrative and reflective experience rather than players expecting light and simple entertainment.
Hinting at a sequel… “This time, you are the protagonist of the story”
Developer MrFaabry is garnering fan interest by recently revealing fragmentary information about his next project through the community. He hinted that while in Luce Spenta the player was a judge observing the story from the outside, the sequel will offer a completely different experience.
“This time, you will be in the story. You will be the story. You will have flesh and blood.”
In addition, the developer explained that they plan to further enhance character sprites and visual expression in the next title, and instead of relying on AI tools, they will strengthen detail and expressiveness. Meanwhile, with calls from the community for additional language localization, including French support, attention is also focused on whether the number of supported languages will be expanded in the future.
The game can be purchased through the Steam store page, and you can experience it in advance through the demo version.
Luce Spenta , having completed its largest-ever visual remake just seven months after its release, is once again drawing attention as a unique work that transcends a simple choice-based visual novel to compel players to reflect on their own values and judgments. Interest is growing in what kind of resonance this story—in which the judgment of five souls ultimately returns as a question directed at oneself—will convey alongside its new visuals.
Information regarding ‘Luce Spenta’
| item | detail |
|---|---|
| Developer / Publisher | MrFaabry (Fabrizio Franco, Solo Developer, Italy) |
| Genre | Gothic Psychological Visual Novel / Interactive Fiction / Horror |
| Release platform | PC (Steam) / Windows·macOS·Linux |
| Release date | October 24, 2025 |
| price | $8.99 USD |
| Number of endings | 25 or more |
| Key Evaluation | NeverMoreNiche 4.5/5 · The Drastik Measure 8.4/10 |
| Supported languages | English, Italian, Spanish (Latin America), German, Portuguese (Brazil), and 13 other languages |
| Main Keywords | Gothic, Psychological Horror, Multi-ending, Moral Choice, Judgment, Memory, Guilt, Forgiveness |
| Steam Page | Shortcut |
