Lightracer: For Judge
Released Jan 2025
In a dystopian future, as The Judge with immense power, you journey through space to find hope in a divided society. This sci-fi adventure explores hope amidst adversity.
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Evaluation
Lightracer: For Judge officially launched on January 8, 2025, as the third entry in the Lightracer series. Following launch, the development team shipped a series of patches in the week after release (January 8–13, 2025) addressing bugs, balance issues, and quality-of-life improvements.
On July 27, 2026, the original Lightracer series writer — posting through the official Lightracer account — confirmed that the entire original Lightracer development team has left Smartmelon Games and founded a new studio called TRANXIUM. The writer explains that their sci-fi ideas built up over the years have been exhausted across the series, and that some PC titles underperformed. They explicitly describe Lightracer: For Judge as one of three "complete" Lightracer games they made. The Lightracer IP remains with Smartmelon Games, and the writer acknowledges they cannot say whether the series will continue — only that they would try to make it happen "if there's ever a chance." The new team is now working on an entirely different game in a different genre.
This July 27, 2026 post makes clear that the creative team behind the Lightracer series has departed, the series is on indefinite pause, and no further content for Lightracer: For Judge is coming from either the original team or (as far as is communicated) from Smartmelon Games. The game launched as a complete narrative experience and has received no content additions since its release patches. It is a finished product.
Evidence
The original Lightracer series writer confirms that the entire original development team has left Smartmelon Games and founded a new studio (TRANXIUM). They describe the Lightracer series as being 'on pause,' say their sci-fi ideas have been exhausted, and state they are now working on a new game in a different genre. The Lightracer IP stays with Smartmelon Games, with no commitment to future content.
Lightracer: For Judge officially launched on Steam on January 8, 2025, completing the game's release.
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Developer
Publisher
Smartmelon Games
Achievements
24
Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player
About this game
Stargaze at the celestial ocean, draft space saga.
Seeking hope in a challenging future.In the context of a highly developed dystopian future world, technology and society have developed significantly.
The rapid development of technology has gradually transformed the trillions of living beings into two groups: "Aeternus" and "Mortalis"
And you, an Aeternus Judge who holds a high position but has lost all the memories, You can determine the rise and fall of countless lives but under superiors' strict control. Through meeting new people and experiencing unfamiliar things, You will witness the imbalances caused by science and technology, Understand the division between "Aeternus" and "Mortalis". Constantly balancing between self-protection and helping others, Gradually mastering civilization and changing the fate of ordinary people.
"Lightracer: For Judge" is the third title in the Lightracer series. The development team will present a unique, in-depth science fiction story. Take charge and shape the destiny of all lives with your choices
The Judge will handle daily issues from subordinates and urgent requests from diverse individuals.
They may require assistance, want to register a complaint, or seek support for their views on a particular policy.
There are hundreds of interconnected events;
Every decision can impact numerous outcomes. Make your choices thoughtfully and with optimism.
Please be aware that not all appeals are legitimate.
You can use technical tools or your judgment to verify authenticity.
Read space opera, experience ups and downs in galaxy
The Judge thrives in the unique hustle and bustle,
connecting with diverse people from all walks of life.
Most people you meet in your career as The Judge aim to ask for your help.
But their starting points are different,
Some are motivated by self-interest, while others hope you can make a difference in the universe.
KK, your loyal but unreliable AI consultant.
She wakes up together with you from unconsciousness and helps you with memory loss,
understand space civilization, and survive your superiors' harsh demands.
Mei Silva, Aeternus, is the senior manager of a large enterprise.
In a specific merger, Omni extended an olive branch to you.
Is it for profit or other purposes?
Kasajyoku·70%volume is an Aeternus with quite a personality.
Omni does not try to suppress his emotions like other gods,
And at the appropriate time, he will release the obsession and madness hidden in his heart.
Your decision matters
The fate of individuals, civilizations, and the universe will be affected by your decision.Your system is about to face a disaster that impacts the entire universe.
"Lightracer: For Judge: For Judge" has over 300,000 tests and multiple endings.
"For Judge" provides a "brief history of the future" covering hundreds of years,
Depicting a tragic tale of civilization striving to survive amidst a significant crisis.
In this "brief history of the future,"
Judge will continue to face life-and-death tests and moral dilemmas.
Whether you become an honest bureaucrat or a brave man who dares to change is your choice.
Of course, if you want to go one step further,
Seizing the power of civilization and becoming the supreme ruler is also one of the optional branches of the game's plot."
Last evaluated Aug 2, 2026
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