Aurora Hills: Chapter 1

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Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by NovaSoft Interactive Ltd. and was released on April 20, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Point and click, hidden objects, escape room game!

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,020 reviews

graphics318 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The graphics are stunning and create an immersive atmosphere.
The camera feature for taking pictures of clues adds a unique and helpful element to the gameplay.
The puzzles are challenging yet enjoyable, providing a good balance of difficulty.

The game is very short, leaving players wanting more as it ends just as the story begins to unfold.
Navigation can be tedious, requiring constant backtracking without a quick travel option.
Some puzzles lack clarity in their solutions, leading to frustration and confusion.

graphics
386 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
82%
17%
1%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising their realism, beauty, and cinematic quality. Players noted that the visuals create an immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall gaming experience, despite some mentioning that certain animations could be improved. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and enjoyment.
- “The graphics are stunning and the story is very good but it is too short; I hope chapter 2 will release soon.”
- “Incredible graphics with hard puzzles to enjoy solving and really good story progression.”
- “The graphics are ultra realistic - it has beautiful scenery and details galore in each location.”
- “Only his hands are shown from time to time, but they aren't done very well compared to other modern graphics.”
- “The storyline is too short, from the beginning to the front area, there's only a few progressions, graphics are ok, music is appropriate, chapters might be better.”
- “Towel dispenser graphics were not clear.”
story
278 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72%
27%
1%
The game's story is generally praised for being atmospheric, intriguing, and engaging, with many players expressing a desire for more content due to its brevity. While the graphics and puzzle design receive high marks, the consensus is that the narrative feels incomplete, often ending just as it begins to develop, leaving players eager for the next chapter. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a strong point, but many reviewers hope for a longer and more fleshed-out narrative in future updates.
- “Atmospheric, interesting and great storyline.”
- “The graphics, sounds, gameplay, story, and puzzles are absolutely awesome and intriguing.”
- “The storyline is also interesting and the puzzles are well designed and well thought out.”
- “It ends just as the story really begins, which is extremely frustrating.”
- “The game is excellent and the only thing I can complain about is how short the story is.”
- “Just as the story seems to start, the game ends.”
monetization
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The game features a completely ad-free experience, allowing players to enjoy uninterrupted gameplay while providing unlimited hints without the need to watch ads. This monetization model has been widely praised, with many users expressing a willingness to pay for additional content due to the absence of ads and the overall quality of the game. Overall, players appreciate the lack of intrusive advertisements, which enhances their gaming experience.
- “Absolutely amazing gaming experience, beautiful graphics, and no ads at all.”
- “Best mystery game ever, graphics is wow, no ads at all, and unlimited hints ❤️❤️❤️❤️”
- “Amazing story with superb graphics and no ads plus it's free; this is one of the best options out there can't wait for chapter 2.”
- “But the best thing about this game is that the hints are unlimited, unlike other games where you only get 5 hints and then have to watch ads to earn more.”
- “I've played some mystery problem-solving games, and you usually need to watch ads or purchase coins to use hints, but in this game, you don't need to do anything!”
- “To be honest, I really enjoyed how the hints are provided without ads, so it won't distract you. This might be the only escape room game to have this benefit.”
gameplay
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
32%
7%
The gameplay is generally praised for its smoothness, intuitive mechanics, and engaging puzzles, with many players appreciating the balance between challenge and accessibility. The graphics and sound design enhance the overall experience, creating an immersive atmosphere. While some users noted a desire for a better integration of puzzles into the storyline and a longer gameplay duration, the overall consensus is that the game offers a satisfying and enjoyable experience.
- “The graphics, sounds, gameplay, story, and puzzles are absolutely awesome and intriguing.”
- “Amazing gameplay, the story is very intriguing and engaging.”
- “Absolutely thrilling gameplay.”
- “All I can think of is that I would like a better ratio between gameplay and storyline progression.”
- “Could have a bit more point to doing the puzzles - sometimes seemed a bit laborious, but really clever mechanics and puzzles were hard enough without being impossible!”
- “I did understand the mechanics of each puzzle, just the solution doesn't follow the premise.”
music
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
19%
10%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its ability to enhance the overall atmosphere and emotional depth, with many players noting its immersive quality and appropriateness to the storyline. Reviewers appreciate the soundtrack's subtlety, which complements the gameplay without being intrusive, and highlight its role in creating a captivating ambiance. Overall, the combination of beautiful graphics and well-crafted music contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a standout experience for players.
- “The soundtrack does not leave much to be desired either, and gives you a feeling of what the protagonist feels during the playthrough.”
- “The bg music/sounds are subtle enough to really reel you into the ambiance of the game and the length/quality of the cutscenes are perfect for the game in the sense that it doesn't take you too far out of the gameplay for too long.”
- “Incredible graphics, immersive music and amazing cutscenes!”
- “The storyline is too short; from the beginning to the front area, there's only a few progressions. Graphics are okay, music is appropriate, but chapters might be better.”
- “And creepy soundtrack.”
- “The music fits the mood.”
atmosphere
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
85%
8%
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The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its immersive and beautiful design, featuring stunning graphics, subtle soundscapes, and a compelling storyline that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of isolation and intrigue, with many noting the game's ability to evoke a sense of mystery and exploration. Despite some technical issues, the atmospheric elements, including art and music, contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a standout in its genre.
- “Isolation, silence, subtle ambience, and natural sounds create a strong atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is beautiful; it's so immersive and so relaxing and enjoyable to play!”
- “Great atmosphere, graphics, and music; similar feel to Firewatch.”
- “The graphics are really good, and the background sound makes the game atmosphere more alive.”
- “A newer atmosphere like other object-finding games.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
Overall, users report a high level of stability in the game, noting the absence of glitches and smooth gameplay. Many appreciate the quality and polish, contrasting it with other titles that may suffer from bugs.
- “Smooth gameplay with no glitches.”
- “No glitches.”
- “Honestly, I'd prefer just paying the money for a full game rather than having one short chapter at a time for free. That being said, however, I really did like it a lot, and it's refreshing to play an adventure game that isn't super buggy where it's obvious they don't actually care about quality.”
- “Smooth gameplay, no glitches.”
- “No glitches during gameplay.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth gameplay and decent graphics, although some users experience performance issues on lower-end devices that require closing apps and clearing cache. The game is recognized as well-made in terms of technology, contributing to a positive gaming experience.
- “What a game... decent puzzles, decent graphics, optimized gameplay... this game deserves 5 stars... I've really enjoyed it.”
- “Great for the first part; the story has not started yet, but in terms of technology and optimization, we are on the side of a well-made work.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players highlight the emotional impact of the game, noting that the heart-touching music combined with high-quality graphics enhances the overall experience and evokes strong feelings.
- “Heart-touching music paired with stunning graphics creates an unforgettable emotional experience.”
- “The game's narrative deeply resonated with me, evoking a range of powerful emotions.”
- “I found myself genuinely moved by the characters and their stories, making the gameplay truly impactful.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is well-integrated, enhancing the engaging storyline and complementing the challenging puzzles. Players appreciate the balance of humor with other emotional elements, such as sadness and suspense, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “Although this first chapter felt entirely too short, the storyline is engaging, the puzzles are challenging yet doable, and the captions make sense with the added bonus of a little humor.”
- “This game was well orchestrated; the details of the artworks are totally amazing. With the helpful hints and no ads, please let me know when you are releasing the rest of your game so I can get lost in the storyline... eventful, humor, sadness, and suspense. I love it.”

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Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 is a casual puzzle game.

Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, Windows and others.

Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 was released on April 20, 2024.

Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 was developed by NovaSoft Interactive Ltd..

Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its stability.

Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 is a single player game.

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