Escape Rosecliff Island
- April 14, 2009
- SpinTop Games
- 15h median play time
Get on SteamShipwrecked on Rosecliff Island, find over 2100 hidden objects across 25 mysterious locations to escape. Play three game modes, including Escape the Island and Unlimited Seek & Find, and solve five unique mini-games. Explore, discover, and unlock the island's secrets!
Mac OS
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- A nostalgic hidden object game that offers plenty of playtime and is enjoyable for casual gamers.
- The game features well-designed hidden object scenes that are challenging yet rewarding, making it a fun experience for fans of the genre.
- It's a relaxing game that can be played in short bursts, perfect for winding down or playing with friends.
- The game suffers from extreme repetitiveness, requiring players to revisit the same scenes multiple times, which can lead to boredom.
- There is a lack of a compelling story or character development, making the gameplay feel shallow and unengaging.
- Some objects are poorly named or difficult to find, which can lead to frustration during gameplay.
- story60 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal and largely unengaging, with many players noting that it lacks a coherent plot or significant narrative progression. Instead, it consists of repetitive hidden-object scenes loosely tied together by a basic theme of escaping an island, which fails to hold players' interest. Overall, those seeking a deep or compelling story will likely be disappointed, as the focus is primarily on finding objects rather than storytelling.
“Amazing scenery and good storyline!”
“Good graphics, storyline moves along, puzzles are mixed, some challenging some easy.”
“Apparently the plot states that you have been shipwrecked on Rosecliff Island, and your task is to collect items to help you escape.”
“Despite the way the game makes it look, there really is no story, just random levels with very easy occasional mini-games and levels that start repeating rather quickly.”
“No actual plot to be found, just 25 different locations vaguely themed around each other with a multitude of hidden objects scattered around.”
“The story is nearly nonexistent, with nothing between levels to keep things even a little interesting.”
- graphics21 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are generally considered dated, with many reviewers noting that while they hold up to some extent, they lack modern polish and can appear grainy or low-resolution. Despite this, some players appreciate the unique art style and the clever design of hidden object scenes, which can enhance the overall experience. Overall, while the visuals may not be aesthetically pleasing to all, they do not significantly detract from gameplay.
“Love the art style, even if the graphics are dated; I like how the objects look somewhat realistic and don't seem out of place in the beautiful backgrounds.”
“Very unique visuals and a lovely experience all around.”
“On the plus side, the artwork is nice, with the hidden object scenes not being overly cluttered, and the items were often cleverly hidden.”
“It's made more difficult due to the age of the graphics.”
“I typically like hidden object/puzzle games, but the visuals felt very grainy and gray.”
“It's a hidden object game and, like most of the type, the graphics level is such that it can be very hard to distinguish the objects from the background.”
- music16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the ominous and atmospheric soundtrack that enhances the spooky vibe, while others find it repetitive and lacking depth. Despite its looping nature, many agree that the background music is fitting and contributes positively to the overall experience, though some express a desire for more variety and substance. Overall, the sound effects are well-received, but the music alone does not elevate the game significantly.
“Love the sound effects and the music.”
“The music sets this perfect ominous atmosphere that is both dark and delightfully spooky.”
“The background music is fitting for the atmosphere of the game, and even though it repeats, it never gets annoying and the loop isn't really noticeable.”
“There is no story, no dialogue, just clicking on things on a static screen while some vaguely spooky music plays.”
“No story - just annoying electronic music and blurred images.”
“Bear in mind, that during this entire time you have boring music, way too much fluff and no real driving element.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around a fun item-seeking experience that spans 10-15 hours, featuring around 25 locations revisited multiple times with new items to discover. While the mechanics are simple and include some engaging antique objects, the experience can feel repetitive and may require patience due to its redundant nature. Additionally, players will encounter basic puzzle games after completing each level, though the outdated graphics may detract from the overall enjoyment.
“Fun item-seeking game with about 10-15 hours of gameplay.”
“Simple gameplay; I love how some of the objects are really antique items.”
“Still, I wouldn't really recommend this game, unless you have great patience and tolerance for redundant gameplay and repetitive actions.”
“The gameplay consists of you bouncing from one hidden object scene to the next, and as you finish a 'level,' you complete a simple 'puzzle' game such as a word search or matching tiles.”
“The graphics are still a bit outdated, but it doesn't hinder gameplay.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a perfect blend of ominous and spooky music that enhances the overall experience, creating a relaxing yet challenging environment. The background music, while repetitive, remains engaging and complements the game's aesthetic, contributing to its entertaining and atmospheric qualities.
“The music sets this perfect ominous atmosphere that is both dark and delightfully spooky.”
“The background music is fitting for the atmosphere of the game, and even though it repeats, it never gets annoying and the loop isn't really noticeable.”
“Great, atmospheric, entertaining I Spy style hidden object game.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is highly regarded for its replayability, with players finding it extremely engaging and enjoyable to revisit multiple times.
“Extremely replayable.”
“The game offers countless choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
“With multiple endings and character paths, I find myself coming back for more.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization model of this hidden object game heavily relies on microtransactions, which many users feel detracts from the overall experience, suggesting that it may be the primary motivation for playing.
“The only reason to play this hidden object game is that everything on Android wants microtransactions.”
“The game is fun, but the constant push for in-game purchases ruins the experience.”
“I feel like I'm being nickel-and-dimed at every turn with all the monetization tactics.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is generally solid, with only minor glitches such as misidentified clues, which do not significantly detract from the overall experience. Players found the game enjoyable, lasting over six hours despite these issues.
“It is vexing that the clue for a magnet was 'positive and negative', and the clues misidentify trowels as 'spades'. These glitches detract from the overall experience.”
