Fenimore Fillmore: 3 Skulls of the Toltecs
- March 14, 2019
- Casual Brothers Ltd.
- 5h median play time
Get on SteamFenimore Fillmore: 3 Skulls of the Toltecs is a humorous point-and-click adventure game set in the Old West. Players take on the role of Fenimore, who must return three sacred skulls to the Toltec tribe to prevent a war. The game features challenging puzzles, witty dialogue, and a colorful cast of characters. Help Fenimore navigate various scenarios, interact with other characters, and solve intricate puzzles to uncover the mystery behind the skulls and save the day.
Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic experience for those who played it in their childhood, providing hours of fun and humor.
- The remastered version retains the charm of the original with improved graphics and solid performance, appealing to fans of classic point-and-click adventures.
- Puzzles are engaging and challenging, making it a rewarding experience for players who enjoy problem-solving.
- The remaster lacks modern gameplay features, such as a more intuitive interface and the ability to save at will, which can frustrate players.
- There are several bugs and technical issues, including disappearing characters and problematic dialogue interactions that can hinder progress.
- Voice acting and audio quality are inconsistent, with some players finding the sound levels poorly balanced and the translations lacking accuracy.
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a humorous 2D cartoon style reminiscent of classic LucasArts adventures, set in the Old West. Players enjoy the antics of the funny antihero, Fenimore Fillmore, who brings a lighthearted charm to the point-and-click gameplay, making it a nostalgic favorite for many. Overall, the humor is a standout aspect that enhances the gaming experience.
“The game is a humorous 2D cartoon-like adventure set in the old west era. This is the only game in the Fenimore Fillmore series in 2D, as the sequels have a different 3D style.”
“It's in a similar style to some classic LucasArts games with point-and-click mouse controls, verbs, and item inventory. Fenimore Fillmore is the funny antihero, much like Guybrush Threepwood.”
“I love 2D games, and I also enjoy this kind of game. Fenimore makes me happy; everything he does is so funny!”
- graphics4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game were considered impressive for its time, and the re-release has further enhanced them using original art assets. While players can opt for classic graphics, some elements, like fonts, have been updated, though the new graphics are praised for their quality. Overall, the visual presentation strikes a balance between nostalgia and modern aesthetics.
“The graphics were glorious SVGA at the time of release, and they have still been improved in the re-release as the developers have access to the original art.”
“You can play with the classic graphics, but not all the classic graphics are there. For example, the fonts and other elements seem to be new, but the new graphics are really well made.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally solid, featuring logical yet challenging puzzles and a lengthy experience that can be disorienting due to multiple accessible locations. However, players have noted technical issues and frustrating movement mechanics that slow down interactions, detracting from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, the game still maintains a strong appeal.
“The gameplay is long without the walkthrough, and the puzzles are mostly logical but relatively hard, as there is access to many locations at the same time soon after the start, so players can get lost sometimes.”
“Only complaint is the presence of a few technical failures here and there and the lack of some more modern gameplay interfaces. For example, in some points when you click to talk or interact with another character/item, Fenimore starts a long walk making a long circle to reach him/it while he could have shortened the path. The script of the game forces him to do so, which slows down the gameplay and is a bit frustrating. Without these issues, this could have been an A+, but it's still a solid A.”
“The gameplay is long without the walkthrough, and puzzles are mostly logical but relatively hard, as there is access to many locations at the same time soon after the start, so players can get lost sometimes.”
“There are also some serious issues regarding gameplay.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, but players note that the selection is limited and could be improved. Additionally, the audio mixing is an issue, as music, sound effects, and voiceovers are combined, leading some to lower their volume for a better experience.
“The music is good, but there is not much of it; it could surely be better in this regard.”
“I had to turn my volume down to 50% because the music, effects, and voices are all combined in one audio track.”
“I had to turn my volume down to 50% because the music, effects, and voices are all mixed together in one audio track.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short time.”
“The soundtrack doesn't fit the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story has been criticized for its predictable ending, which aligns with traditional wild west narratives, leaving some players feeling underwhelmed.
“The ending was lackluster, just what I would expect from a traditional Wild West story.”
“The plot felt predictable and uninspired, lacking any real twists or depth.”
“Character development was minimal, making it hard to connect with anyone in the story.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally solid, featuring good performance and satisfactory controls, though it may primarily appeal to dedicated point-and-click fans.
