Faraway 4: Ancient Escape

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"Faraway 4: Ancient Escape" is a puzzle game that offers phenomenal graphics and compelling music, but can be marred by annoying ads. The game is described as a relaxing experience filled with mysteries, riddles, and puzzles to solve, perfect for fans of the genre. Despite the occasional interruptions, the game's captivating visuals and immersive atmosphere make for an enjoyable escape game.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+13

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,221 reviews

graphics30 positive mentions

monetization38 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and artistic landscapes that enhance the overall experience.
Puzzles are enjoyable and provide a good balance of challenge without being overly difficult.
The music and sound design create a calming atmosphere, making it a relaxing game to play.

The game is relatively short, with only 18 levels, and many players feel it ends too quickly.
There are frequent ads that disrupt gameplay, and some players have reported issues with ads playing at full volume.
A significant portion of the game requires payment to unlock additional levels, which some players find frustrating.

graphics
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
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The graphics in the game are widely praised for their beauty and artistic design, with many reviewers highlighting the stunning landscapes and soothing visuals that enhance the immersive experience. However, some players find the graphics repetitive and simplistic, noting a lack of variety in themes and puzzle-solving mechanics. Overall, while the visuals are generally well-received, opinions vary on their depth and engagement.
- “This one, of course, not only builds on top of the previous ones, it even further raises the bar in every way - especially in terms of artistic landscapes, monuments & scenery, and just all around superb graphics!”
- “Stunning graphics and visuals.”
- “The artwork is simply beautiful to look at.”
- “The starting stages are the same as the stages of Fareway Escapes 1, 2, or 3; the graphics are nice but very boring, and there is no change in the game or in the way we solve its puzzles at all!”
- “Graphics are blocky and inferior.”
- “The graphics are really primitive compared to their other 'doors' games.”
monetization
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
5%
88%
The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive and intrusive ads, which often play at high volume and cannot be skipped. While some users are willing to pay for an ad-free experience, others feel misled by the trial version that offers limited gameplay before prompting for payment. Overall, the balance between ads and gameplay has led to dissatisfaction, with many players feeling that the game should either be fully free or clearly communicate its paywall structure.
- “If you play offline, there are no ads.”
- “I just started this game and enjoy it thoroughly. I'm thinking about buying the game for no ads since the ads can ruin the calming feature and storyline of the game.”
- “The mobile game monetization model in Faraway 4: Ancient Escape has too many video ads between game levels, and it may help Snapbreak and its investors.”
- “Just a heads up, the trial version is really heavy on the ads and only 9 levels.”
- “3 stars because ads plus paywall is cheating.”
- “If you're going to make a free-to-play game, make a free-to-play game, not half a free-to-play game with ads that you have to buy the second half.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
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15%
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, often describing it as relaxing and transcendent, which complements the game's art and puzzles. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's appeal, making it a favorite among players.
- “Love this series, great atmosphere, the sound design, music and art style are fantastic.”
- “Beautiful music, gorgeous art, and fun, challenging puzzles.”
- “The visuals draw you in, but you also stay for the puzzles and the beautiful soothing music.”
- “I found myself relaxed when playing the game; it can lull me to sleep with the smooth music and the single gameplay experience.”
- “Music: my go away dream musician: not the king.”
- “Music, transcending.”
story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
56%
17%
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players finding it interesting and engaging, particularly in how it intertwines with puzzle-solving. However, some users feel that the narrative can be confusing or insufficient to motivate them to purchase the full game. Overall, the storyline enhances the gameplay experience, though the presence of ads can detract from immersion.
- “All these factors work together to create an addictive atmosphere which players can enjoy whilst solving puzzles to advance the story.”
- “I think this is one of the best app games out there in terms of art, puzzles, music, and storyline.”
- “I really like the gameplay, storyline, and the designs for this game.”
- “I've found no challenge, no story, and nothing to engage me at all.”
- “I don't know if the story is so confusing because I haven't bought the full game, but it's almost a distraction.”
- “The story isn't enough for me to buy the other half of the game; for the first half, it's captivating, but the puzzles are cool.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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The gameplay is praised for its simplicity, intuitiveness, and engaging mechanics, making it easy for players to pick up and enjoy. While the game features beautiful designs and music, some users noted issues with walking mechanics and the presence of repeated elements, which could lead to confusion. Overall, it offers a relaxing experience akin to puzzle games like Myst, though some players desire more free content to extend gameplay.
- “The game is splendid; it has great music, its mechanics are simple and easy to understand, and the color scheme and designs are gorgeous beyond belief.”
- “Fantastic puzzle games in a similar vein as Myst but with more reasonably understandable puzzle mechanics.”
- “Very easy to pick up and intuitive gameplay.”
- “I disliked some of the walking mechanics, which made it difficult to tap around without accidentally zipping forward out of a room.”
- “I see potential deletes due to confusion of gameplay, the fact it's a partial game and wants you to buy the rest and/or ads.”
- “There are repeated elements across the games, but each one introduces new applications that expand the game mechanics.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its beauty, sound design, and music, creating an engaging and immersive experience for players. However, some users express disappointment, particularly in comparison to earlier titles in the series, indicating a mixed reception regarding the overall atmospheric tension. Overall, the game is noted for its addictive quality and chill vibe, enhanced by well-crafted puzzles.
- “All these factors work together to create an addictive atmosphere which players can enjoy while solving puzzles to advance the story.”
- “Love this series, great atmosphere; the sound design, music, and art style are fantastic.”
- “Atmosphere is great, music is great, and the puzzles really make you use your head. This is a very chilled game.”
- “I found the atmosphere of this one a disappointment after the building tension of games 2 or 3.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
Overall, users report a generally stable experience with no significant glitches and appealing graphics. However, some players experienced freezing issues on level 3, which required them to restart the level.
- “The online and offline play is seamless; no glitches, and the graphics are nice.”
- “It's fun with no glitches, and the hints provided were very helpful.”
- “The game freezes during level 3, forcing me to restart the level all over again.”
- “I experienced multiple crashes that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
- “The frequent lag and instability made it nearly impossible to enjoy the game.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its excellent 3D design and effective optimization, contributing to a smooth gameplay experience.
- “Great escape/puzzle game with very good 3D design and optimization.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the emotional aspect of the game is undermined by frustrating puzzle mechanics, which detract from the overall experience. Players express disappointment with illogical puzzles and poorly implemented hints, leading to a sense of frustration rather than engagement. This results in a lack of emotional connection to the game, as players feel more exasperated than invested.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is described as very funny and interesting, making it enjoyable for players, particularly children. Users appreciate the lightheartedness and engaging nature of the game's comedic elements, which enhance the overall experience.
- “This game is incredibly funny and interesting, making it a joy to play for hours on end!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, keeping me entertained and laughing throughout my playtime.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor in such a clever way, making every moment enjoyable!”