Kids of Hellas: Back to Olympus
- February 22, 2019
- Whalebox
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Kids of Hellas: Back to Olympus," the children of Zeus have been forgotten and fallen from Olympus. Players must guide them through various challenges, from arranging the Olympic Games to visiting the underworld, in order to find their way back to their home in the heavens. This strategy game, part of the "12 Labours of Hercules" series, offers additional content in the Collector's Edition as players fight against the dark side of Ate and explore the world of dreams and nightmares. The fate of Hellas' children is in your hands.
Reviews
- Engaging time management gameplay with various puzzles to solve across 50 levels.
- Appealing art style and enjoyable mechanics similar to the Hercules series.
- Works well on Linux with Proton and has a good level of challenge for players.
- Frequent crashes and loading issues make the game unplayable for many users.
- Feels like a reskin of other games, lacking originality and creativity in level design.
- Mouse controls and task management mechanics are frustrating and hinder gameplay experience.
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story is generally considered acceptable and somewhat interesting, but it lacks depth and involvement, especially for those seeking a strong narrative in a time management game. Players are advised to manage their expectations regarding the storyline, as it is not a standout feature in the series.
“The story is quite interesting.”
“If you're into time management games, it might be worth checking out, but if you expect an involving storyline, just walk away.”
“The story is acceptable, but the overall trouble with the mouse and task issues make it not stand out among the 12 installments in the series.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay features limited pathways that initially restrict player actions, requiring quick decision-making and prioritization to progress. Players appreciate the enjoyable mechanics and beautiful art that enhance the overall experience.
“The gameplay features limited pathways that restrict your options until you unlock them, requiring you to quickly strategize and prioritize your next moves.”
“Lovely art and enjoyable gameplay as usual.”
“The gameplay is hindered by limited pathways that restrict your options until you unlock them, forcing you to quickly figure out your next moves and set your priorities.”
“The mechanics feel clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to execute even the simplest actions.”
“There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt the flow of gameplay, leading to a disjointed and unenjoyable experience.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users note that the graphics in "12 Labours of Hercules" vary significantly, with some expressing satisfaction after testing compatibility on new hardware. The game's visual quality appears to adapt well to different systems, enhancing the overall experience.
“After acquiring a new computer to use (used but new to me at least), I reinstalled Steam and started downloading and checking my games for compatibility with the onboard graphics the machine came with.”
“12 Labours of Hercules with different graphics.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as soothing but somewhat boring, lacking the diversity and energizing qualities found in the Hercules series.
“The music, while soothing, tends to be a bit boring; the tracks in the Hercules series were more diverse, uplifting, and energizing.”
“The soundtrack lacks variety and fails to engage, making the overall experience feel monotonous.”
“I found the music to be repetitive and uninspired, which detracted from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
