Adventure Time: The Secret of the Nameless Kingdom
- November 18, 2014
- WayForward
- 2h median play time
While The Secret of the Nameless Kingdom is undeniably a big step up from Explore the Dungeon Because I Don't Know, it's not exactly the type of game that you should rush out and buy without reading up on first. There's definitely something here for fans of both Adventure Time and Zelda, but because of its familiar design, and because there are consistent imperfections to put up with, the adventure isn't as mathematical as it clearly could've been. We suggest waiting for a price cut or sticking to a rental if you're on the fence. The Nameless Kingdom has secrets worth uncovering, they're just not of the "oh my glob, I must know right now" nature.
Get on Xbox Games StoreWhat time is it? It’s time to join Finn (the human) and his best bro Jake (the shape shifting dog) on an original heroic adventure through the mysterious Nameless Kingdom. Go on epic quests, solve puzzles and uncover secrets by exploring a new realm created exclusively for the video game.
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Reviews
- The game captures the nostalgic feel of classic Zelda titles, particularly 'A Link to the Past', making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
- The voice acting and humor resonate well with Adventure Time fans, adding charm to the gameplay experience.
- Despite its flaws, the game offers fun gameplay mechanics and engaging dungeons that can provide a good challenge.
- The game suffers from frequent crashes and a lack of autosave, leading to frustrating loss of progress.
- Controls are often unresponsive and clunky, making navigation and combat difficult and detracting from the overall experience.
- The overworld design is criticized for being tedious and lacking in variety, with excessive backtracking required to complete quests.
- story20 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The story is generally viewed as decent and engaging, particularly for fans of Adventure Time, featuring familiar characters and a quest to rescue princesses. However, many reviewers criticize the narrative for being simplistic and lacking depth compared to classic titles like Zelda, with some noting that the gameplay detracts from the overall experience. While the voice acting and humor receive praise, the overall execution leaves much to be desired, leading to a mixed reception of the story's effectiveness.
“Nice little game, entertaining dialogue and story.”
“The story and writing that's there is geared toward Adventure Time fans as far as I can tell.”
“The story is solid, 9/10.”
“The story and writing that's there is geared toward Adventure Time fans, as far as I can tell.”
“There's a lack of story.”
“If you are a big fan of Zelda games, you might find this interesting enough; however, it has a much simpler story and puzzles.”
- humor9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its fun and funny dialogues, reminiscent of shows like Adventure Time. While the game is entertaining and filled with comedic elements, some users noted that it is marred by bugs and long loading times, which can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted charm that enhances gameplay.
“Solid gameplay with a decent degree of humor thrown in.”
“Fun game with funny dialogues!”
“I don't even watch Adventure Time, but I like this game and enjoy its humor.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this game is polarizing; while it offers engaging, Zelda-like mechanics and diverse challenges that can lead to hours of enjoyment, it also suffers from frustrating glitches and pacing issues that can detract from the experience. Players appreciate the adventure themes but express dissatisfaction with certain gameplay elements that can lead to aimless wandering and technical problems. Overall, the gameplay is a mix of potential and frustration, heavily influenced by the Zelda series.
“I like how the gameplay looks like The Legend of Zelda.”
“The themes of Adventure Time work so well with the gameplay of The Legend of Zelda; it makes so much sense you'll ask yourself why didn't this happen sooner.”
“The mechanics are very similar to the Zelda games.”
“In the case of this game, one can say: you can either make a game lasting for hours due to intense gameplay and diversified riddles and challenges, or you can make people just run around senseless for hours.”
“I love Adventure Time, but this game is just making you mad. The story is kind of okay, but the gameplay destroys everything!”
“(The 'X' button wouldn't work to get out of reading it.) This glitch cost me an hour of unsaved gameplay (half of that was an absurd amount of loading). Obviously, I'm not going to go back and repeat all that again anytime soon.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many praising their colorful and simple aesthetic that aligns closely with the style of the Adventure Time show. While the visuals are appealing to fans, particularly for their resemblance to the series, some players note that those seeking cutting-edge graphics may find the visuals lacking. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's charm, especially for fans of the franchise.
“Adventure Time fans will probably appreciate the graphics, which do make the game look like the show.”
“I personally like the graphics because they're so colorful, more than for any other reason.”
“Those looking for hardcore graphics and modern gameplay are going to be disappointed.”
“Adventure Time fans will probably appreciate the graphics, which do make the game look like the show, pretty much, anyway.”
“With this game, WayForward delivers dungeons that could fit right into a Zelda game, with an aesthetic change.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game, composed by Virt, is generally well-received, enhancing the atmosphere and evoking nostalgia from beloved franchises like The Legend of Zelda and Adventure Time. However, some users find certain tracks to be annoying at times, leading to mixed feelings about the overall musical experience.
“The atmosphere and music also go very well together.”
“My good points: good story, good music, and awesome nostalgia from both an awesome game, The Legend of Zelda, and the cartoon Adventure Time with Finn and Jake.”
“Awesome music.”
“The music is sometimes annoying.”
“There's a little bit of that 'what do I do next' feeling, but whatever, Virt did the music; what more can you ask for?”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and often boring, with some temple puzzles feeling overly prolonged and missions lacking excitement. The inability to carry bombs without farming specific enemies adds to the frustration, while boss battles are described as predictable and easy. Overall, the experience can feel monotonous, despite its appeal to younger audiences.
“Some of the temple puzzles do drag out a bit too long, and the lack of the ability to actually carry bombs without farming a certain type of enemy is annoying.”
“Jokes are few and far between; missions are tedious and mediocre, and boss battles are predictable and easy.”
“A little tedious and boring.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its harmonious integration with the music, creating an immersive experience reminiscent of the iconic Zelda series.
“The atmosphere and music complement each other beautifully.”
“It has a Zelda-like atmosphere.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from stability issues, with users reporting frequent crashes and various bugs that disrupt gameplay.
“The game is buggy and crashes now and then.”
“Frequent crashes make it hard to enjoy the gameplay.”
“I experience constant instability with the game, leading to frustrating interruptions.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers good replay value, particularly appealing to fans of Zelda-style gameplay.
“The game has excellent replay value, especially if you enjoy Zelda-type games.”
“There's so much to explore and different strategies to try, making each playthrough feel fresh.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more adventures.”
