Yes, the Video Settings option allows you to configure gamma and brightness. The first thing to do is ensure the backlight is set to maximum, which you can do by holding down FN+I. If nothing happens (or it's still not bright after it's brightened to max) you'll need to investigate gamma settings - I'd suggest choosing the Manage Gamma (Advanced) option which is actually the easiest way to mess with the gamma settings I find. Just choose 'Very Bright' and hit OK, which provides the most contrast between bright areas and dark ones (but less contrast between similarly bright areas, so it's only best for when you really need it). That's about as bright as you can get the Pandora screen to go (which admittedly is not all that bright if you're trying to use it outdoors on a summer's day).
Edit: I also don't have that game to try out, I'm afraid, though judging from a youtube playthrough, it may just be that the game backgrounds are very dark.
