Cliffstone Manor
- October 16, 2017
- Sprocket Crash Games
Get on SteamEnter a mysterious manor full of surprises and intrigue. Cliffstone Manor pits you against an eccentric millionaire inventor who wants to try and recruit you for his mysterious “Enterprise”. Do you have what it takes to solve the puzzles and meet his challenge?
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features clever puzzles that require attention to detail and outside-the-box thinking, providing a satisfying challenge for players.
- The graphics and overall aesthetic are polished, creating a charming and atmospheric environment that enhances the escape room experience.
- Voice acting is well done, adding to the immersion and enjoyment of the game.
- The game relies heavily on finding hidden switches and objects, which can lead to frustration and a lack of satisfying puzzle-solving experiences.
- Controls are awkward and unintuitive, with limited movement options and a cumbersome inventory system that detracts from the gameplay.
- The lack of direction and environmental hints can leave players feeling lost and aimlessly searching for clues, diminishing the overall enjoyment.
- graphics9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many users praising their polish and aesthetic appeal, particularly in the context of a three-year-old VR title. While some interactions may be glitchy, the visuals are complemented by excellent voice acting and a unique steampunk design, enhancing the overall experience. However, a few players noted that the graphics can appear drab from a distance, and the lack of adjustable settings was mentioned.
“The graphics look great, and the voice acting is excellent.”
“Amazing graphics, great sound, cool steampunk look, interesting narrator/host.”
“Clever puzzles, great graphics, excellent setting and great voice work.”
“From a distance, this looks more graphically drab than it is.”
“There is no settings menu to adjust graphical properties, sound, etc. That said, it seemed like none were needed.”
“Visuals are polished, but some of the interactions are a bit glitchy.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's story, centered around an eccentric millionaire inventor, effectively immerses players in its world, though some puzzles may feel illogical. While the narrative is engaging, players express a desire for more depth and additional rooms to enhance the experience. Overall, the story contributes positively to the game's polished presentation.
“Overall, the eccentric millionaire inventor story works and you do get immersed in the world.”
“The story felt disjointed and lacked depth, making it hard to stay engaged with the characters.”
“I found the narrative to be predictable and uninspired, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
“While the game had some interesting concepts, the execution of the story was lacking and left me wanting more.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is smooth and well-optimized for the Valve Index, featuring mechanical puzzles that are engaging despite limited teleport and grabbing mechanics, which do not detract from the overall experience.
“The game played flawlessly on the Valve Index, and while the teleport and grabbing mechanics are fairly limited, they never felt overly constrictive to me.”
“Well-made mechanical puzzle game.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is considered acceptable, with decent voice acting and satisfactory graphics, though performance may not be outstanding.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game's stability is satisfactory, with no significant bugs or performance issues, contributing to a positive experience.
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I experienced constant lag and stuttering, which ruined the overall experience.”
“There are numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustrating moments.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Cliffstone Manor is praised for its charming and immersive atmosphere, offering a delightful experience filled with unexpected elements.
“Cliffstone Manor is charming, atmospheric, and full of surprises.”
