Apothecarium: The Renaissance of Evil - Premium Edition
- May 28, 2015
- Space Monkey International
Get on SteamDuring the Middle Ages a terrifying, mysterious disease raged across Italy. It killed thousands of people, whole towns and villages perished together. There were legends of a mythical town of Apothecarium, where the secret to defeating the disease was hidden.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a rich steampunk aesthetic with engaging hidden object scenes and mini-games, including morphing items that add extra challenge.
- It offers a variety of gameplay elements, including a bonus game, collectibles, and a mix of puzzles that keep the experience interesting.
- The brighter colors enhance visibility for players with visual impairments, making it more accessible.
- The game suffers from frequent crashes and compatibility issues, particularly with Windows 10, making it unplayable for some users.
- Many players found the puzzles to be illogical and lacking clear instructions, leading to frustration and reliance on hint systems.
- There are significant technical problems, such as screen flickering and installation issues, which detract from the overall experience.
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's story received mixed reviews, with some players finding it compelling and well-balanced with puzzles and cut-scenes, while others criticized it for being underdeveloped and unengaging. Issues such as nonintuitive puzzles and a poor hint system detracted from the overall experience, leading to disappointment despite initial expectations of a good plot.
“You have small missions to accomplish and a little girl and her family to save at the end.”
“Good storyline, good balance between puzzles, hidden objects, and cut-scenes.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
“The plot is predictable and fails to deliver any meaningful twists or surprises.”
“Character development is minimal, leaving the player feeling detached from the narrative.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a blend of steampunk aesthetics, point-and-click mechanics, and hidden object scenes; however, many users find it unplayable and disappointing, despite its promising plot.
“This game features elements of steampunk, point & click mechanics, and clear hidden object scenes, which I love.”
“The gameplay is engaging and offers a unique blend of genres that keeps you invested.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally well-received, with users noting that they are of good quality.
“The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
“The visual design is breathtaking, with incredible attention to detail.”
“The art style is unique and beautifully executed, making every scene a visual delight.”
