Faraway 2: Jungle Escape
"Faraway 2: Jungle Escape" is a puzzle game that offers an interesting plot and relaxing gameplay as you solve new puzzles in an escape adventure. The game boasts spectacular mechanics, excellent graphics, and a splendid soundtrack, but be prepared for occasional annoying ads. Marketed as a "relaxing adventure escape game," Faraway 2 delivers a unique and engaging gaming experience.
Reviews
- The game features clever and enjoyable puzzles that are challenging yet logical.
- Graphics are soft and visually appealing, creating a pleasant atmosphere.
- The game is engaging and addictive, making it hard to put down.
- Many puzzles lack sufficient context, leading to frustration, especially with certain levels.
- The game requires payment after a limited number of levels, which some players find disappointing.
- Controls can be unresponsive or awkward, particularly during specific puzzles.
- graphics107 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their beauty and smoothness, describing them as enjoyable and atmospheric. However, some users report issues with lag, basic detail, and occasional glitches that hinder gameplay. Overall, while the graphics are often highlighted as a strong point, there are calls for improvements in detail and performance.
“The graphics and visuals are very pleasing to look at, and the controls are quite simple.”
“Just incredible, quite challenging puzzles, great graphics.”
“The graphics are beautiful, the controls are easy, and the puzzles get increasingly more challenging.”
“Graphics are poor and sound is almost non-existent.”
“Graphics have no detail - plain & boring.”
“Graphics are too boring to look at for more than a minute or two.”
- monetization42 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and length of ads, particularly after every level. While some users appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience, others report issues with restoring purchases and feel that the aggressive ad placement detracts from gameplay. Overall, the balance between ads and in-app purchases appears to be a significant point of contention among players.
“I paid for the extra levels, free hints, and no ads.”
“No ads, I'm happy to pay for beautiful games like these.”
“I would pay for full and no ads.”
“Another game that could've been great if it wasn't pushing aggressive ads every 30 seconds.”
“Rating would be higher if the ads weren't so frequent and preventing gameplay by not allowing you to skip them.”
“The only downside is the ads and the fact that you have to pay after 9 levels; it's ridiculous.”
- music32 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its calming and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall experience with soothing melodies that complement the graphics and puzzles. While some users find the music beautiful and relaxing, a few express disappointment, suggesting it can be overly somber or lacking in variety. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a significant positive aspect, contributing to a tranquil and immersive gameplay environment.
“The graphic, the music, the story, everything just perfect, relaxing yet addictive.”
“Soothing music, great graphics, cool and different puzzles.”
“The graphics are the best and the music is so soothing, gets you in a dream-like world.”
“And the music is just awful...”
“Music should be relaxing *and* cheery, not lonely sounding.”
“Very soothing music, but the ads ruin the experience.”
- gameplay28 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 21 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its smooth mechanics, enjoyable puzzles, and appealing graphics, making it a relaxing and engaging experience. While some players find it a bit too easy or simplistic, others appreciate the balance of challenge and accessibility, highlighting its addictive nature and well-designed controls. The game effectively teaches mechanics without being overly hand-holding, contributing to a positive reception among puzzle enthusiasts.
“Great game :) the gameplay was smooth, the puzzles were the right difficulty, it was quite enjoyable.”
“Challenging gameplay and sufficient graphics makes this game a must for puzzle game enthusiasts.”
“Overall great gameplay.”
“Simple gameplay!”
“Uninspired and secondary to the gameplay; the gameplay itself is simple.”
“A bit too easy for my personal taste, but I'm impressed by the fluid mechanics and overall quality of this game.”
- story21 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its intriguing plot and the way it intertwines with the puzzles and graphics. However, some users express frustration over the short free missions and the need to pay to access the full storyline, which leaves them wanting more closure. Overall, the narrative is described as compelling and engaging, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
“One of my favorite games on the desktop was The Witness because of the way it brought together beautiful graphics, compelling story, and challenging puzzles, and I'm blown away that the Faraway series has been able to do the same thing on mobile.”
“I seriously recommend if you enjoy escape-type puzzles and a great story with grade A graphics.”
“Just like the first Faraway game, I really love it, except I really want to know the meaning behind the letters; it is so intense that I want to know the storyline that leads to the beginning of the journey to Faraway.”
“The environment and story feel a little too lonely at times.”
“The game is really good, but I thought the game was free. Why don't they tell you the game is for 5 dollars? Don't say it's free; they give you only 10 story.”
“A really great job again, developers. After level 9, you have to pay, which ends in you not knowing how the story ends if you don't pay.”
- atmosphere7 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its charm, smooth graphics, and calming music, creating a relaxing experience. While the puzzles are considered appropriately challenging, some players feel the controls could be improved. Overall, the atmosphere enhances the gameplay, making it enjoyable despite some criticisms regarding depth.
“The atmosphere of the game is good, and this second one has the added interest of the new character and his secret messages.”
“Great puzzles, atmospheric music, and charming graphics.”
“Atmosphere and puzzles are on par with the first one, but somehow you made the controls even less intuitive.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been criticized due to numerous glitches, particularly in level 9, which hinder gameplay and task functionality. Many users report experiencing bugs that detract from their overall enjoyment, leading to requests for refunds.
“It's limited on levels unless you buy; level 9 has glitches.”
“I restarted the level and it glitches before going in; the tasks don't function.”
“Love the series, but it's so buggy.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with users highlighting it as very funny and enjoyable, particularly noting a character named Danny as a standout source of comedy. Overall, the game's comedic elements contribute significantly to its appeal.
“Danny is hilarious!”
“The game is very funny.”
“It's genuinely funny!”