Hamilton's Great Adventure

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In "Hamilton's Great Adventure," players solve puzzles and overcome challenges in over 60 levels. Players can switch between characters or play in offline co-op mode. The game features in-game leaderboards, a local co-op mode, and a quest to unravel an ancient mystery. Increasing difficulty keeps players engaged and tests their skills.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 168 reviews

story11 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game features fun and engaging puzzles that are easy to learn but can become challenging as you progress.
The graphics are colorful and well-designed, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience.
It's a charming and casual game that can be relaxing to play, making it suitable for both children and adults looking for a light-hearted adventure.

The game suffers from frequent crashes, particularly on Windows 10, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration.
Many players find the story dull and simplistic, lacking depth and engagement.
The controls, especially for the bird companion, can be clunky and frustrating, detracting from the overall experience.

story
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
60%
11%
The story of the game is generally perceived as simplistic and aimed at a younger audience, with many reviewers finding it dull or uninspiring. While some appreciate the humorous and cute elements, as well as the Lovecraftian references, others criticize it for lacking depth and engagement. Overall, the narrative serves as a light backdrop to the gameplay, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness and appeal.
- “Hamilton's great adventure takes us on a quest for treasures in different places of this world, along with his trustworthy bird, Sasha, who helps Hamilton overcome various dangers.”
- “The game includes hilarious dialogue, with an interesting story that keeps you guessing, and levels that keep posing new challenges.”
- “Not only does it have some fun (and hard) platforming puzzles, but it has a very endearing story to boot.”
- “The story is kinda lame and infantile.”
- “There is no voice acting and the story is told by sliding images that are about as entertaining as reading a very simplistic children's book (note: some children's books are fun to read as opposed to their storytelling).”
- “Utterly boring game with unlikable characters and a story that nobody cares for.”
gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
61%
10%
The gameplay is a mixed bag, with some players finding it enjoyable and relaxing, while others describe it as tedious and repetitive, particularly due to the mechanics involving a bird companion. The platform puzzle elements offer a decent challenge, but issues like awkward camera movement and unresponsive controls detract from the experience. Overall, it appeals to those seeking a simple, casual adventure, but may frustrate players looking for more depth or responsiveness.
- “I'm not the biggest fan of reflex-based puzzles, but this game has some solid mechanics that make it enjoyable either way.”
- “If you're looking for a simple, relaxing puzzle adventure game, this is a great pick. The gameplay has a satisfying loop that gets more challenging as you progress. It's a fun experience with 44 main levels and additional bonus levels, making it a good value for those who enjoy indie games.”
- “The gameplay consists of traversing a map from point A to point B, while dealing with switches, conveyors, gates, and other elements that limit your movement. Given time, you can adjust to these mechanics and still find it enjoyable.”
- “Gameplay was really boring and tedious; you need to move a bird for extra points all the time. For a completionist, it was really annoying to control both the main character and the bird at the same time.”
- “Some mechanics are not well implemented. It seems some actions are not responsive at all, and the camera movement is really awkward, making you struggle to get the best view of the complete stage. Sometimes trees in the background will block your movement because they obstruct the angles.”
- “The puzzles were childishly simple, and the game encourages you to collect treasures with the bird, which is a slow and painstaking process, especially since it has nothing to do with the actual gameplay.”
graphics
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
35%
10%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their charm, detail, and colorful aesthetics, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience. However, some players noted that the overly complex graphical elements can hinder gameplay by obscuring important details and making puzzles more challenging. Overall, while the graphics are appealing and well-designed, they may not be universally effective in enhancing the gameplay experience.
- “The graphics are detailed and colourful.”
- “Its fantastic graphics, sound (though I could have done with a few more music tracks) and humour was an absolute delight.”
- “The visuals are very nice and mostly self-explanatory, intuitive and clear.”
- “If the game had a great iconic look to it, that would be one thing, but the graphics in this game make it harder to solve the puzzles as the player sometimes isn't clear what a panel or a location really looks like.”
- “Sometimes the graphical elements of the game prevent you from seeing the path and force you to rotate the camera, but the camera rotation is limited and only lets you see sideways partially.”
- “The graphics are simple, the sound and music are simple, the controls are simple, the gameplay is simple, and the story is very simple.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
63%
14%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it relaxing and suitable for the gameplay, while others describe it as bland, repetitive, and lacking in variety. The opening theme is noted for its adventurous vibe, but the overall soundtrack is considered minimal and not particularly catchy. Despite these criticisms, many agree that the music complements the game's aesthetics and helps maintain focus during gameplay.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Great visuals and soundtrack make it very relaxing to play.”
- “Also, the game features a very relaxing soundtrack.”
- “There is not much to add here, music is really subpar and the overall sound effects do the job.”
- “Playing a game without any background music is like watching a movie without any dialogue.”
- “Other than the opening theme, which gives that adventure vibe to the game, most of the soundtrack consists of background music which isn't very catchy.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is characterized by clever and funny puzzle levels, amusing sound effects, and a lighthearted narrative filled with Lovecraftian references that add a humorous twist. Players appreciate the comic relief characters and witty dialogue, which contribute to an engaging and entertaining experience without overwhelming difficulty. Overall, the humor is described as cute and intelligent, enhancing the game's charm.
- “The story is humorous and cute, and the puzzles are not so overly taxing as to become annoying.”
- “Comic relief characters and a funny script.”
- “The game includes hilarious dialogue, with an interesting story that keeps you guessing, and levels that keep posing new challenges.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
80%
Reviews indicate a mixed experience with grinding in the game; while some players find the puzzles enjoyable, others describe the gameplay as tedious and repetitive, particularly due to the need to control multiple characters and restart levels after mistakes. This aspect detracts from the overall enjoyment, making the experience feel more like grinding than engaging puzzle-solving.
- “The puzzles are very fun and not tedious at all.”
- “Grinding in this game feels rewarding and engaging, making each session enjoyable.”
- “I love how the grinding mechanics are balanced; they keep me motivated to progress without feeling like a chore.”
- “Gameplay was really boring and tedious; you need to move a bird for extra points all the time. For a completionist, it was really annoying to control both the main character and the bird at the same time.”
- “Feels like grinding, which is strange for a puzzle game.”
- “This is where the game's mechanics start to grind; as the levels get longer, it becomes more tedious to start over after a slip-up.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its semi-boring and simplistic story, which many reviewers feel is more suited for a younger audience, leading to a lack of engagement and depth.
- “The story feels semi-boring; it's easy to understand, but it seems more targeted towards children.”
- “The narrative is dull and lacks engagement, making it a boring experience.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs that render it nearly unplayable, resembling an early access version rather than a polished release.
- “The game is buggy and unplayable.”
- “It's more like an early access version where the glitches are still to be dealt with.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting significant performance issues and a lack of polish that detracts from the overall experience.
- “The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to frequent frame drops.”
- “I experienced significant lag and stuttering, which indicates a lack of proper optimization.”
- “The graphics are stunning, but the optimization is so bad that it ruins the experience.”

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