Edna & Harvey: The Breakout

76%
Game Brain Score Based on 394 reviews
  • story
  • humor
  • graphics
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In "Edna & Harvey: The Breakout," play as Edna, a young woman with no memory of her past who wakes up in an insane asylum. With her talking stuffed bunny, Harvey, by her side, Edna seeks to escape the asylum and uncover the truth about her past. Along the way, she encounters various quirky characters and must solve puzzles to progress. The game features hand-drawn animation and humor, making for a unique point-and-click adventure experience.

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76%
Audience ScoreBased on 394 reviews
story77 positive mentions
stability28 negative mentions
  • The game features a quirky and engaging story with memorable characters, particularly Edna and her stuffed bunny, Harvey.
  • The humor is dark and clever, providing a unique blend of absurdity and thought-provoking themes related to mental health.
  • The game offers a vast amount of interactions, with unique dialogue for almost every item combination, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and technical issues, including crashes and a game-breaking puzzle that requires switching to German to solve.
  • Some puzzles are overly complex and not intuitive, leading to frustration and the need for walkthroughs.
  • The graphics and animations are dated, which may detract from the experience for some players.
  • story172 mentions

    The story of "Edna & Harvey: The Breakout" is widely praised for its depth, humor, and engaging characters, taking players on a unique adventure that blends dark themes with comedic elements. While many players found the narrative compelling and emotionally resonant, some noted that the progression could be hindered by confusing puzzles and technical issues. Overall, the game's storytelling is considered a standout feature, making it a recommended experience for fans of the point-and-click genre.

    • “The game's charismatic characters and impressive storyline take players on a deep adventure.”
    • “The story itself, funny characters, and the ending were on point, 10/10, totally recommend!”
    • “The story is well written, and I was interested in finding out what happened to Edna, what's going on at the asylum, and meeting the other inmates.”
    • “But I dislike many of the story elements, as well as a few of the puzzles that are completely confusing, either in order or even understanding what the puzzle even needs.”
    • “Having played 'Harvey's New Eyes', I was really looking forward to playing this, and the first half or so of the game very much lived up to my expectations, but things really started becoming not fun due to increasingly obscure actions, dialogue choices, and visiting areas to progress the story.”
    • “I had to restart several times, and there are too many ways to get stuck in the game. It was possible to advance the story without items that would be needed later on, and you couldn't go back to retrieve them.”
  • humor119 mentions

    The humor in this point-and-click adventure game is a standout feature, blending absurdity, dark comedy, and clever dialogue that often reflects on serious themes like mental illness without trivializing them. Players appreciate the quirky characters and the extensive, witty interactions, although some find the humor occasionally overshadowed by frustrating puzzles and technical issues. Overall, the game is celebrated for its charmingly dark humor and engaging storytelling, making it a must-play for fans of the genre.

    • “This point-and-click adventure is brimming with humor as Edna devises an elaborate plan to escape the asylum.”
    • “But it’s the humor that stands out—balancing absurdity and slapstick without trivializing the seriousness of mental illness.”
    • “This adventure is a wild, thought-provoking ride, filled with memorable characters, clever puzzles, and a generous dose of dark humor.”
  • graphics83 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the refreshed visuals in the anniversary edition for their vibrant, hand-drawn cartoon style that enhances the quirky atmosphere. While some players find the art charming and fitting for the game's humor, others note that the graphics can appear rough or outdated, occasionally detracting from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the unique art style and character design contribute positively to the game's appeal, making it enjoyable for fans of classic point-and-click adventures.

    • “For fans of the original, the anniversary edition offers refreshed visuals, with sharper, more vibrant hand-drawn environments and character sprites that breathe new life into this quirky world.”
    • “Eye-catching cartoon-style graphics offer players a unique atmosphere.”
    • “The artwork is great and fits the bizarre feel of the game and its colorful cast of insane characters.”
    • “The art style is cartoonish, rough around the edges, and looks hand-drawn with a mouse in paint.”
    • “From the graphics, I thought this game was much older than it was when I bought it - and the glitches that happened nonstop seemed to back this up.”
    • “The graphics of this game are bad.”
  • gameplay34 mentions

    The gameplay in the reviewed titles is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the challenging puzzles and engaging mechanics, while others criticize sluggish pacing, technical issues, and outdated elements. Point-and-click interactions are generally well-received, but the execution varies, leading to a blend of enjoyment and frustration. Overall, while the charm and character of the games shine through, gameplay flaws can detract from the overall experience.

    • “Technical problems apart, I enjoyed both the graphics and gameplay. Sometimes the riddles are tricky but well thought out, and the game and characters mock the player, laughing with you and at you, creating an overall very enjoyable 'old school' experience.”
    • “Although it is not customary to talk about point-and-click games' gameplay, I feel like 'The Breakout' does something outstanding when it comes to player interaction.”
    • “The gameplay is very basic, and everything you expect out of a point-and-click game is present. The story is decently interesting and effective enough in its function, but this game's absolute greatest strength is just how much character and charm it has.”
    • “Edna & Harvey: The Breakout's challenging puzzles and sluggish pacing may hinder the gameplay experience at times.”
    • “This is a point-and-click game with some outdated mechanics.”
    • “The idea is nice, but the gameplay is awful.”
  • music32 mentions

    The music in the game is generally praised for its atmospheric quality and melodic compositions, enhancing the overall experience. While many players appreciate the soundtrack and its fit with the game's themes, some note that it can become repetitive and occasionally annoying during extended play. Additionally, there are reports of sound errors and issues with volume adjustment, which detract from the overall enjoyment.

    • “I really loved the soundtrack and the artwork of the game; it made the game even more atmospheric.”
    • “Music is atmospheric mostly, but there are several really nice melodic compositions.”
    • “Everything in this quest was beautiful – storyline, dialogues, characters, music, and humor.”
    • “The soundtrack fits, but as a lot of time is spent in some areas, it may get annoying.”
    • “English version does not show credits at the end, so you stare at a screen with music, wondering what happens.”
    • “Very limited soundtrack, pretty much keeps repeating a few select songs throughout the game.”
  • stability29 mentions

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly impact gameplay. While some players find enjoyment in the story and humor, many recommend avoiding the game at full price due to its dated and clunky performance, particularly in the English version. Overall, the stability issues detract from what could have been a solid gaming experience.

    • “The Unity version is bug-free and easier to control.”
    • “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it allows for a seamless experience.”
    • “This game is decent, but this version is just a dated, clunky, and buggy mess.”
    • “Glitches and bugs are common, some are game-breaking.”
    • “It's horribly buggy, dreadfully rendered, and (almost) entirely unplayable on default settings - definitely check out the community hub before buying.”
  • atmosphere11 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by eye-catching cartoon-style graphics and a mix of atmospheric music, creating an immersive environment that enhances the storytelling. As players progress, the atmosphere shifts from whimsical to darker and more ominous, adding tension to the narrative. Overall, the unique exposition, witty writing, and engaging voice acting contribute to a captivating and memorable experience.

    • “The environment that delivers the game's story allows player interaction and creates atmosphere and immersion.”
    • “This is one of those games that starts as a strange adventure with non-obvious solutions that are better looked up but later on captivates you with its charming LucasArts-ish atmosphere and makes you lose all desire to search for the solution online.”
    • “The atmosphere becomes darker and more ominous as you progress through the game, which helps the story gain its tension.”
    • “This game at least has a creepy atmosphere, but there are no jump scares (unless you count this one part toward the end where Harvey sees the dad in creepy scenes that come out of nowhere).”
    • “Much of the enjoyment of this game is not in the puzzle completion, but more in the atmosphere.”
  • emotional10 mentions

    The game delivers a surprisingly emotional experience, with a story that is both humorous and heartbreaking, particularly through the character of Edna. Players praise the exceptional voice acting and engaging dialogue, which enhance the emotional depth of the narrative. Overall, it offers a compelling journey that balances humor with poignant moments, making it a memorable adventure despite some technical flaws.

    • “I didn't expect to be emotionally affected by the story as I was.”
    • “Edna's life is funny, insane, and heartbreaking, and you learn about what led her to being sent to this asylum.”
    • “If you're willing to trade a bit of technical roughness for a fantastic story, go for it and be prepared for quite an emotional journey!”
  • grinding6 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and sometimes frustrating, with repetitive tasks that detract from the overall enjoyment. While some are determined to push through, the need to revisit areas can make the experience feel monotonous and less engaging.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “It can be a bit grindy sometimes.”
    • “And there's my biggest complaint: the actions required to advance the story are sometimes very far-fetched and might become very tedious at times.”
    • “It's tedious going through all the areas of the asylum.”
    • “The charm of the game loses a lot of its luster when you have to go through a tedious section of it all over again.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    The game's optimization is criticized for requiring Java, which negatively impacts performance, and for lacking in-game options, resulting in a default resolution of 800x600. Additionally, users report that windowed mode is uncomfortably small and may lead to performance issues, making it an unsatisfactory experience overall.

    • “The game warns that windowed mode may have performance issues.”
    • “Windowed mode is insufferably small by default, and I'm not going to bother trying borderless gaming with windowed mode just in case the performance mode issues are real.”
    • “Game warns that windowed mode may have performance issues.”
    • “Windowed mode is insufferably small by default, and I'm not going to bother trying borderless gaming with windowed mode just in case the performance issues are real.”
    • “It requires Java (which has rather poor performance), has no in-game options, and runs in 800x600.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Users indicate that the game's replayability is significantly enhanced, suggesting that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs. However, there are concerns about the need for improvements or patches to further enhance its playability.

    • “Even for a university project, you'd think there'd be a few patches to make this a little more playable.”
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Play time

28hMedian play time
26hAverage play time
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