Arcana Sands of Destiny

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Arcana Sands of Destiny is a single player casual puzzle game with a mystery theme. It was developed by Invoke Games and was released on December 10, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Arcana: Sands of Destiny" is a magical archaeological adventure set in Egypt, where you play as Jenny Hopkins. After your fiancé falls ill and Alexandria becomes overrun with monsters, you must translate ancient texts, explore realms, and complete puzzles to uncover the truth and banish evil. With over 80 locations, 32 mini-games, customizable palaces, companions, and stunning visuals, immerse yourself in this captivating 5-hour journey.

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story8 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

Interesting story and a variety of puzzles that challenge players.
Great atmosphere and attention to detail, especially in the Egyptian setting.
Helpful developers who quickly address bugs and provide support.

Game-stopping bugs and performance issues that hinder gameplay.
Puzzles can be frustrating and not always intuitive, leading to confusion.
The game feels outdated in terms of graphics and overall presentation.

story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as intriguing and enjoyable, featuring a blend of light combat and puzzles that enhance the narrative experience. Players appreciate the integration of palace quests tied to each chapter, which provide rewards and contribute to the overall storyline. However, there is a notable bug where the in-game diary fails to update, potentially hindering progress in the missions.
- “Great story, and I like how there is light combat as well as puzzles.”
- “I have enjoyed the storyline.”
- “The story is intriguing.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its thematic relevance and quality, described as good and unobtrusive, enhancing the overall gaming experience without being distracting.
- “The music is very good for the game theme.”
- “The music score is good and unobtrusive.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have expressed frustration with the gameplay, citing bugs that disrupt the experience and lead to repeated attempts to engage with the game. While some appreciate a challenge, the overall sentiment indicates that the gameplay can be overly frustrating rather than enjoyable.
- “As a result of the bugs, I tried the game three times with a new gameplay approach.”
- “I don't like when a game makes it easy for you, but I see no fun in the frustrating gameplay.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report significant stability issues, particularly with game-breaking bugs that cause puzzles to freeze and essential items to disappear, leading to frustration and abandonment of the game.
- “For the third time, I encountered bug no. 4 (and this is the last time... I gave up). A halfway completed inventory puzzle freezes, and the inventory item needed to continue the puzzle has disappeared!”
- “For the third time, I encountered bug no. 4 (and this is the last time... I gave up). A halfway completed inventory puzzle freezes, and the inventory item needed to continue the puzzle has disappeared!”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users consistently highlight the game's atmosphere as highly immersive, particularly noting the presence of elements like a skeleton guarding a location, which enhances the overall mood and tension.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, especially with the skeleton guarding it.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant performance issues, which have been consistently highlighted by users.
- “This game has some serious performance issues.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are consistently praised as awesome by users, highlighting their impressive quality and visual appeal.
- “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
- “The visuals are breathtaking and add so much to the overall experience.”
- “The art style is unique and beautifully executed.”

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Arcana Sands of Destiny is a casual puzzle game with mystery theme.

Arcana Sands of Destiny is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Arcana Sands of Destiny was released on December 10, 2020.

Arcana Sands of Destiny was developed by Invoke Games.

Arcana Sands of Destiny has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Arcana Sands of Destiny is a single player game.

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