Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess

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Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess is a single player action adventure game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by ERE Informatique and was released on February 8, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess (originally entitled Kult: The Temple of Flying Saucers) is a puzzle-solving adventure game. To solve the puzzles, Raven will sometimes need to collect and trade items; but more often, usage of the eight "psi-powers" is required. These powers range from a simple light spell ("Solar Eyes") to instant-kill ("EV" - extreme violence) and complex psychological effect…

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Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess offers a unique and bizarre experience that may appeal to fans of retro point-and-click games.
The game features a distinct sci-fi world with quirky challenges and offbeat humor, making it memorable for those who appreciate its style.
Despite its age, the game retains nostalgic appeal and can provide hours of exploration and puzzle-solving for dedicated players.

The gameplay is often obtuse and lacks clear guidance, making it frustrating for newcomers and those unfamiliar with the genre.
Many puzzles are cryptic and counterintuitive, leading to potential no-win states and a sense of confusion.
The game feels outdated in mechanics and controls, and some players feel it is overpriced compared to more modern alternatives.

music
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The music in "Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess" is generally considered inferior in the Steam release compared to the Amiga version, which features superior sound quality and graphics. However, players acknowledge that the game's age means they are not primarily focused on music or graphics while playing. Overall, while the music is functional, it does not stand out significantly.
- “The Amiga version might have better music, but the Steam release isn't bad.”
- “The Amiga version is way better in graphics and music/sound, but this game is old, so I'm obviously not playing it for the graphics or music.”
- “Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess is an old point-and-click adventure/puzzle game displayed in EGA 16 colors, using AdLib output for music and PC speaker for sound effects.”
- “The Amiga version is way better in terms of graphics and music/sound, but this game is old, so I'm obviously not playing it for the graphics or music.”
gameplay
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The gameplay features typical elements of puzzle-solving and item management, but lacks clear explanations, making it difficult to identify the genre initially. It emphasizes quirky challenges and an offbeat world, appealing to fans of classic adventure games despite some outdated mechanics and controls. Overall, its unique style and eccentric approach offer a worthwhile experience for those who appreciate a bit of weirdness.
- “The gameplay is normal for this type of game, you know, solving puzzles to progress, getting objects, trading, and using them.”
- “Gameplay is completely unexplained, so it is hard to even tell what genre the game is when you first start.”
- “The gameplay isn’t straightforward; instead, it’s more about figuring out quirky challenges and absorbing the game's offbeat world.”
- “While it might feel outdated in some mechanics and controls, its distinct style and oddball approach make it worth trying if you’re into classic adventure games and don't mind a bit of weirdness along the way.”
story
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The game's story is solid and unique, featuring a dystopian narrative where players control Raven, a mutant captured by the protozorqs on an alien planet. To fully grasp the plot and objectives, players are encouraged to read the manual, which enhances the overall experience.
- “Originally released in 1989, it has a unique story where you play as Raven, a mutant captured by the Protozorqs on a strange, dystopian planet.”
- “I recommend reading the manual of the game to better understand the story and the objectives.”
- “The plot is solid.”
graphics
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The graphics of "Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess" are characterized by bold, pixelated visuals that create a memorable and distinctive tone, reflecting the ambitious design of its time. While the Amiga version is noted for superior graphics and sound, players acknowledge that the game's age means graphics are not the primary focus of their experience.
- “Visually, Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess uses bold, pixelated graphics that set a memorable tone, which was both distinctive and ambitious for its era.”
- “The Amiga version has much better graphics and music/sound, but this game is old, so I'm obviously not playing it for the graphics or music.”
humor
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Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess features a unique blend of odd sci-fi elements and absurd humor that enhances its charm. While some puzzles may be cryptic, they align well with the game's quirky tone, contributing to an overall entertaining experience.
- “Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess is an adventure game that stands out with its odd, sci-fi world and strange sense of humor.”
- “Some puzzles might feel cryptic or counterintuitive, but they fit the setting, and the slightly absurd humor adds to its charm.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is noted for its surreal quality, setting it apart from typical point-and-click adventures, and is enhanced by an innovative icon-based interface that was considered groundbreaking at its release.
- “The game feels different from most point-and-click adventures due to its surreal atmosphere and icon-based interface, which was pretty innovative at the time.”

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Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess is a action adventure game with science fiction theme.

Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess is available on PC, Windows, Atari St, Amiga and others.

Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess was released on February 8, 2018.

Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess was developed by ERE Informatique.

Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its music.

Chamber of the Sci-Mutant Priestess is a single player game.

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