Al Emmo's Postcards from Anozira
- June 2, 2015
- Himalaya Studios
Get on Steam"Al Emmo's Postcards from Anozira" is a hidden object game where you help the Mayor of Anozira attract tourists to the town by exploring the wild west desert and finding hidden objects. The game features 5 playable characters, with a relaxed mode for casual play and a timed mode for a greater challenge. Discover the town's secrets, meet its unusual inhabitants, and uncover the treasures of the Lost Dutchman's Mine.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game provides a nostalgic experience for fans of the hidden object genre.
- It offers a relaxed mode that allows players to enjoy the game without the pressure of a timer.
- The generous hint system helps players navigate through challenging scenes.
- The graphics are low-resolution and dated, making it difficult to see objects clearly.
- The gameplay is repetitive, with limited puzzles and a lack of depth.
- The game feels like a cash grab, lacking modern features and updates for current gaming standards.
- graphics13 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 31 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely criticized for their low resolution and amateurish quality, resembling poorly executed clipart rather than professional assets. Many users find the visuals dated and cluttered, with a lack of options for resolution adjustments or graphical tweaks, which detracts significantly from the overall experience. While some players can overlook these issues, the general consensus is that the graphics are a major drawback.
“The artwork here is terrible; it's a hodge-podge of amateurish 'my first Wacom tablet' style drawings used instead of professional-looking game assets.”
“It's unclear if this is due to a lack of budget to hire someone who can create graphical assets properly, or a lack of talent; regardless, the overall visual quality of the game is extremely low, enough on its own to deter gamers.”
“Not only are the graphics low-res and dated, but everything looks like they've slapped a bunch of clipart on top of the background.”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. It also reflects the developers' passion for storytelling, as they have lovingly recreated classic titles from beloved franchises like King's Quest and Quest for Glory.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Before they were known as Himalaya Studios, the devs lovingly recreated three titles from two of my favorite franchises: King's Quest and Quest for Glory.”
“This brings us to the story.”
“The story is lacking depth and fails to engage the player.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and doesn't flow well.”
“Character development is minimal, making it hard to connect with the story.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is perceived as a cash grab, primarily aimed at capitalizing on nostalgia and selling trading cards, which some players find appealing despite the game's overall quality.
“This seems to have been put on Steam as a nostalgia gouge, or just a cash grab to try to profit from abandonware.”
“For me, it just seems like a cash grab for the trading cards. I don't really mind that, as I do prefer games with trading cards, even bad ones like this one.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally rated as satisfactory, with a score of 7, indicating that while it offers enjoyable mechanics and experiences, there may be areas for improvement to enhance overall engagement and enjoyment.
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game suffers from poor optimization, lacking support for modern display resolutions and widescreen monitors, which results in subpar performance on contemporary gaming PCs.
