LOOM™ Reviews

An original Lucasarts classic.

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I's a "must have played" for any boomer. A time where paperwork was required ;)

Good game. Runs surprisingly well on Windows 11

Love the story an art, but it's kind of a pain in the ass to run

There are some games that entertain you, some that challenge you, and then there are the rare few that feel like they [i]enchant[/i] you. [i]Loom[/i] is one of those games. It doesn’t bombard you with combat or complex mechanics; instead, it invites you into a world woven with music, mystery, and quiet melancholy. You step into the role of Bobbin Threadbare, a reluctant hero and the last of the Weavers, armed only with a distaff and the ability to shape reality through song. Magic here isn’t about casting fireballs or wielding weapons—it’s about learning the language of the world, unraveling its secrets one note at a time. The concept of playing melodies forward to create and backward to undo is beautifully simple yet deeply immersive, making every discovery feel like a whispered secret between you and the game. The story unfolds like a fairy tale, tinged with sadness and wonder, full of lost legacies and an impending fate you can’t escape. The world is painted in soft pixel art, evoking a dreamlike quality that pairs perfectly with the hauntingly beautiful soundtrack, inspired by [i]Swan Lake[/i]. Even though the game is short, its impact lingers long after the credits roll, like a melody you can’t quite forget. [i]Loom[/i] is a game that speaks in whispers rather than shouts, one that leaves you feeling like you’ve experienced something fragile and fleeting, yet profoundly magical. It may be one of LucasArts’ most underrated gems, but for those who have played it, it remains unforgettable.