Unnervingly profound experience. A heartbreaking nightmare that explores some Freudian themes of guilt and sexual repression. It induces fear and sorrow at the same time, with multiple layers open for analysis and each character possessing their own depth. Among the three main endings, I ended up with the most depressing one (In Water), and I hated it. Mary's voice over at the end still gave me the chills. Interestingly, the "Born from a Wish" DLC even enhances the game's themes, which makes the quality tenfold.

A metaphorical representation of childhood abandonment -- like being trapped in a state of limbo. The absence of love engulfs us with profound sadness and the only thing we can do is to venture forth to search for it. However, where can we find a love that is genuine? For we are only mere children embarking in a real world that's full of evil and danger. However, this further compels us to confront and conquer what lies ahead, even though life is a constant motion of trial-and-error experience. Our own thinking and actions become our sole companions because frankly, there is no one to guide and help us.

Despite the anticlimactic ending, "Limbo" is still a great game with its challenging gameplay and atmospheric black-and-white visuals.