Eventide 2: Sorcerer’s Mirror
- October 12, 2016
- The House of Fables
"Eventide 2: Sorcerer's Mirror" is a hidden object puzzle adventure game inspired by Slavic legends, where you play as a botanist seeking to rescue your niece from a sorcerer named Tvardovsky. The game features creatures from Eastern European folklore, and the choices you make will influence the story's outcome. Your interactions with legendary characters, like the outlaw Yanosik, add depth to this mystical Slavic world.
Reviews
- The game features superb graphics and a well-told story that immerses players in a captivating adventure.
- It offers engaging gameplay with moral choices that affect the storyline, making it enjoyable for both kids and adults.
- The mini-games and hidden object puzzles are fun and varied, providing a good mix of challenge without being overly difficult.
- There is no bonus chapter or additional content after completing the game, which disappointed many players.
- Some players experienced technical issues, such as lag during cut scenes and unresponsive gameplay in hidden object scenes.
- The game may feel overly simplistic for experienced gamers, lacking the depth and challenge found in previous titles in the series.
- story22 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, featuring interesting characters and character development, along with branching storylines that introduce moral choices and consequences that enhance gameplay. While some players find the narrative basic and the pacing uneven, the overall engagement and intriguing visuals contribute positively to the experience. However, technical issues like lagging cutscenes detract from the storytelling at times.
“The story is well told and there are many characters you meet along the way.”
“The NPCs were interesting (it was nice to see some character development), and the addition of branching storylines was a nice touch.”
“The best part of the story in this game is the new introduction of consequence gameplay.”
“The story is pretty basic.”
“All the cut scenes are unwatchable because they lag so much and a lot of the 'puzzles' are just clicking images while a story narrates over it.”
“No bonus game, not much storyline after unlock... but compared to other adventure games out there, wonderful... wonder what happened to the imps though, guess that's gonna be saved for 3 and take 4.99 more to see.”
- graphics15 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are consistently praised for their superb quality, sharpness, and meticulous detail, with many reviewers highlighting the beautiful artwork and aesthetic appeal. The visuals are described as captivating and well-executed, contributing positively to the overall gaming experience, despite some minor narrative inconsistencies. Overall, the graphics are a standout feature, impressing both casual players and graphic artists alike.
“The graphics are superb; each scene is sharp and meticulously detailed.”
“The artwork is beautiful and never gets too creepy or disturbing, even when you venture into the territory of the big bad.”
“As always, the artwork never ceases to amaze me!”
“The graphics were quite pretty.”
“Graphics are fine and the game moved smoothly with no glitches.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-produced and complements the overall experience, being described as pleasant and non-intrusive. Voice-overs and animations also contribute positively to the game's audio-visual quality.
“The voice-overs, music, and animations are all very well produced.”
“I think that the graphics are excellent, the music is pleasant but not intrusive.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a new consequence system that influences player actions throughout the main story, offering some variation in outcomes. While decisions impact gameplay to a degree, players can still progress regardless of their choices, with the consequences becoming more significant towards the end of the game.
“The best part of the story in this game is the new introduction of consequence gameplay.”
“Playing through, it affects your gameplay a little during the main story; a few actions are different, but you'll still be able to move forward regardless of which decision you make. However, it really comes into play at the end.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt the gameplay, making it frustrating to play.”
- stability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report a stable experience on the Kindle Fire, noting that the game runs smoothly without any glitches or graphical issues. Overall, the stability of the game is positively highlighted.
“No glitches so far on Kindle Fire.”
“Graphics are fine and the game moved smoothly with no glitches.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciated the character development of NPCs, noting that their depth added interest to the game, particularly with the inclusion of branching storylines that enhanced the overall narrative experience.
“The NPCs were interesting; it was nice to see some character development, and the addition of branching storylines was a nice touch.”
“The character arcs were well-crafted, making each decision feel impactful and meaningful.”
“I loved how the characters evolved throughout the game, with their backstories unfolding in a way that kept me engaged.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has raised eyebrows, with some users expressing confusion or disbelief regarding its advertising approach. Overall, it appears that the game's promotional tactics may not align with user expectations or clarity.
“The monetization system feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
“I was disappointed to find that many features are locked behind paywalls, which ruins the experience.”
“It seems like the game is designed to push players towards microtransactions rather than rewarding them for their time.”