Just finished playing the DEMO and this great game is now on my buy list! Don't know why the rating is so low... it was terrific: the graphics, SFX, story and game play were all great. Hope there will be more of these TM games from this developer.
I was enthusiastic about this at first sight yet after playing it actually felt a bit of a chore and I wasn't able to get 'in' to the game play as I usually do with most TM.
I agree it is different, yet I am not thrilled with it; though the concept of something 'different' certainly has appeal in and of itself to a degree given our lack of variation and creativity in much of what is offered in today's casual gaming market overall.
...rather creepy voice/noises added. Can't stand those guys' grunts and groans or whatever they are doing; it's just plain creepy. Otherwise seems like a good enough TM game.
My title says it all.... if you like that combo, you will love this game. I enjoyed it for what it is: a retro~styled hidden object adventure-ish game with no bells and whistles yet quite enjoyable for a time when you just want to let your imagination rather than super duper graphics guide your gameplay.
No immersion factor for me. Silly comic book style voice overs, locked boxes from the get go. The first lesson in game development should be NOT to lock your players out of immersion into story line; especially in the beginning of the game; it destroys the ability to feel for characters and feel a part with the game play.
Challenges and obscure are one thing, silly nonsensical and unrealistic puzzles thrown in just to kill time are just plain annoying IMO.
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
5/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
5/ 5
Level of Challenge
4/ 5
Storyline
5/ 5
Loved most everything about this game from plot to graphics and sound. Also the fact that during gameplay items could be used sensibly and for multiple uses without multitudes of crazy 'boxes, locks, etc. that are prevalent in so many games in recent years.
Also there were no silly gadgets to use (personally loath and will not purchase games with gadgets and gimmicks!!#. Because of the sensible aspects to this great, spooky little game, it was fully immersive and it made my gaming time out very enjoyable #which is what it should be, afterall).
Thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful little gem. I wish more games were like this one.... a true casual adventure. So many games now rely on competitive bells and whistles versus content.
For those that enjoy more story than flash and clash, you will like this game!
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Family, Large File, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
5/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
5/ 5
Level of Challenge
5/ 5
Storyline
5/ 5
My only wish (given the dark atmosphere of most games and limited availability of TM games) is that more games offered such charm and attention to detail.
The gameplay is challenging enough and the storyline characters are so endearing! Overall there is lots of potential for replay ability.
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Time Management, Adventure, Large File, Strategy
Fun Factor
4/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
5/ 5
Level of Challenge
4/ 5
Storyline
5/ 5
Definitely underrated... IF you enjoy unique game style and GOOD storyline in more of an unguided adventure mode THIS game is for YOU. Lots of creativity went into this one and I loved the live actor angle, reminiscent of the older, must loved classic Mystery Tracker series [tho I am not saying it has as much gameplay value, at all, it stands on it's own and is well worth the price tag].
As reflected in low ratings thus far, it is obviously not for the average HO gamer; yet if you love INDI style adventure lite and can think outside of the box, definitely give it a whirl.