Drawn: Dark Flight
- January 19, 2016
- Big Fish Studios
Get on SteamIn Drawn: Dark Flight, players solve hidden object puzzles and uncover a mystery in a magical world. As an unnamed protagonist, you'll follow Iris's story and use your sketchbook to travel between realms. With each solved puzzle, you'll uncover more of Iris's past and the dark force threatening her world. Beautiful artwork and challenging puzzles make this a must-play for fans of the genre.
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Reviews
- The game features stunning art and animation, creating a beautifully illustrated world that enhances the overall experience.
- The puzzles are diverse and engaging, providing a good challenge that many players find enjoyable.
- The soundtrack is exquisite, adding to the immersive atmosphere and emotional depth of the game.
- Many players experience game-breaking crashes, particularly on modern systems, making it unplayable for some.
- The narrative lacks the compelling mystery and player agency found in the first game, leading to a less engaging experience.
- Some players find the puzzles to be overly complex or frustrating, detracting from the enjoyment of the game.
- music10 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and emotional impact, contributing to an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Many players highlight the soundtrack as exquisite and nostalgic, with some describing it as touching and powerful enough to evoke strong feelings. While the art and music are celebrated, some players note that repetitive gameplay elements can detract from the enjoyment.
“The overall mood, the art, and the music -- very good, colored by nostalgia for me because I played this game when it was new, but it holds up well, and I would replay it again.”
“The accompanying soundtrack is exquisite with a slow soft violence that just stirs the edges of your consciousness as you play.”
“The music is something that has almost brought me to tears before now, both from nostalgia of the past but also from how touching and powerful it is!”
“The adventure aspects were slightly more frustrating; one section in particular was quite obscure, with lots of backtracking in order to obtain four musical notes, with each note following precisely the same procedure to acquire. This made it frustratingly repetitive.”
“The music is something that has almost brought me to tears before now, both from nostalgia of the past and from how touching and powerful it is!”
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story is generally praised for its whimsical and engaging nature, complemented by beautiful art and music, though some find it overly simplistic or childish. While the narrative extends the lore from the previous game, it lacks depth in puzzle integration, often feeling routine. Overall, players appreciate the heartwarming elements and look forward to future installments.
“Despite the initial slowdowns from the old animations, the game was beautifully illustrated, incorporated an engaging, whimsical storyline, and fun puzzles to tackle.”
“Astonishing scenes, mesmerizing music, adorable characters, and such a heartwarming story.”
“Overall, this is a dreamy and artistic story and I look forward to the 3rd game arriving on Steam.”
“Very childish theme and story, but way too complex puzzles even for adults.”
“There's no story to the puzzles either after the beginning; instead, they are routine solutions to surpass barriers, rather than a way to explore lore.”
“It extends the lore and the story did lend agency to its princess yet did not contain quite the same sense of wonder as its precursor.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The graphics continue the appealing art style of the first game, showcasing exquisite visuals that enhance the inventive puzzles within a surreal framework. However, some users noted a tendency towards clichés and issues with cinematic scenes displaying incorrect colors, detracting from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, the art style remains beautiful, complemented by a strong soundtrack and voice acting.
“The graphics themselves are once again exquisite, the inventiveness of the puzzles is captured within the framework of the surreal art.”
“The art style is beautiful, the soundtrack is beautiful, and the voice acting was well-done, which is rare in this genre.”
“Continuation of the same art style that was so appealing to the first game.”
“It does tend towards clichés more this time around, with the darker tone being evinced by carnival caricatures and a black misty raven that don't quite hold the same significance to an international audience than its Americana aesthetics convey.”
“The other issue I've had with this (and the first game) is the cinematic scenes go weird colors, and while I receive the audio, I'm not getting the visuals that I know I'm supposed to be seeing on my computer. A friend of mine who purchased the first game recently also told me of having such issues.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its astonishing visuals, mesmerizing music, and heartwarming story, which resonate deeply with players. Many reviewers express that the music evokes strong feelings, often bringing them to tears, and the overall experience is described as beautiful and truly touching.
“Astonishing scenes, mesmerizing music, adorable characters, and such a heartwarming story.”
“I played this game years ago when my brother bought this as a present for my mum, having bought her the first one before that, and I cannot recommend these games enough. They are simply beautiful and truly touching!”
“The music is something that has almost brought me to tears before, both from nostalgia of the past and from how touching and powerful it is!”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly immersive, enhanced by a stellar soundtrack that captivates players and draws them into the experience.
“The immersive atmosphere is enhanced by a stellar soundtrack.”
“The game's atmosphere draws you in completely, making you feel part of the world.”
“Every detail contributes to an enchanting atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a diverse range of puzzles that challenge players with visio-spatial logic, mechanical manipulation, and memorization, requiring keen observation and problem-solving skills to progress.
“The gameplay features a diverse range of challenges, from visio-spatial logic puzzles like the color-spreading paint challenge to mechanical puzzles involving rotating objects, and even memorization puzzles that test your observation skills in deciphering symbols on pillars.”
“Each puzzle type offers a unique experience, ensuring that players remain engaged and challenged throughout their journey.”
“The variety in gameplay mechanics keeps the experience fresh and exciting, allowing players to continuously adapt their strategies.”
“The gameplay feels disjointed, with puzzles that range from color-spreading challenges to mechanical rotations, and even memorization tasks that test your observation skills on symbols.”
“The variety of puzzles is overwhelming, making it difficult to stay engaged as the gameplay shifts from one mechanic to another without a clear connection.”
“The gameplay lacks cohesion, with different types of puzzles that feel more like a collection of mini-games rather than a unified experience.”
