I found this game to be inspired with enough complication to test your mind while providing a story that was very well written and depicted. Though I liked this game very much, it left several loose ends that need to be completed. Hopefully, they will continue working on a possible follow up or continue to create more games of these excellent games!
The one hour trial version was very interesting and caught my attention as being a very challenging game. Once I got the game, the puzzles did prove to be very challenging and worth the effort to solve them. The music and sound effects were in keeping with what I would expect in a game.
Due to my background, I prefer to deal in a series of logical progressions that challenge your mind an keeps your interest. In several games, I have found these qualities to be very high. Unfortunately, this game did not keep my attention. Several sections of hidden objects were enticing and fun. Then I noticed they became more of an exercise in eye strain and frustration than genuine search and find. The storyline had possibilities, though it failed miserably as the subject was eaten up with other distractions with the exception of a remembered wife, child, etc..
My review is very subjective and from my view point and should be considered accordingly. This may be the game for you but, it wasn't for me!
Good story line, very good art and provided logical movement. The characters provided interesting individuality personalities and increased the interest of the story. The puzzles were both challenging and entertaining. I do have to admit that I skipped over a few of the puzzles to hurry my way through the interesting plot. The game built a curiosity in me that kept me playing to see what would happen next. The best prize was the surprise ending which I would not have guessed from the developing story from the beginning to the end. This is the type of game I search for and seldom find in this quality!
As a personal note, I found some parts harder to relate to since they appeared to be aimed toward a female outlook. Though there was a story line that had potential, it tended to wonder and had very tidies and time consuming side trips. Some of the side plots were interesting and enjoyable. Since I have rather unstable drawing ability, it was hard for me to do the outlining, such as the stained glass window. For those who enjoy the detailed portions, many side episodes and find the consistency of the story line easy to follow, they will find this game very fun to play several times. I just don't fit that category.
The characters and locations felt real and the artistry was excellent! The underlying mystery of the dead people was kept well until the right time (It's fun to find and learn of these stories). Best over all that I have seen! One thing I had just a little problem with was the singing. Others probably enjoyed the singing and I knew how to turn the volume down.
Thank you for such fine mystery work and high quality!