Letters From Nowhere
- April 18, 2012
- G5 Entertainment
"Letters From Nowhere" is an adventure hidden object game with an intriguing story of a woman, Audrey, searching for her missing husband. The game boasts good gameplay, compelling visuals, and awesome music, but is hindered by annoying ads and frequent bugs. Players search for hidden objects to uncover clues and solve the mystery.
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Reviews
- The game features attractive graphics and a challenging gameplay experience.
- The variety of search modes and the engaging storyline keep players interested.
- The game allows for extended playtime without frequent energy depletion, making it enjoyable.
- Many items are hidden behind the toolbar, making them difficult to find.
- The game can be frustrating due to the small size of objects and the limited time to find them.
- Recent updates have caused issues with loading and gameplay, leading to crashes and loss of progress.
- graphics234 mentions
- 72 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their beauty and detail, describing them as "amazing" and "stunning." However, some users express concerns about visibility, noting that certain objects are too small or the graphics are too dark, making it difficult to find hidden items. Overall, while the graphics are generally well-received, there are calls for improvements in clarity and zoom functionality.
“The graphics are stunning!”
“I love the graphics and the different views of each scene that become available.”
“This is a great game with awesome graphics.”
“Apart from its graphics being dark and hazy, the hidden items blend into the background beautifully, which I understand is to make it harder—super hard, actually.”
“The graphics could be better; sometimes it is really hard to find objects because the picture is too grainy.”
“The graphics to some of the objects you have to find are pretty bad; there are a few objects I got stuck on and had to use a hint, and they looked nothing like what I was expecting.”
- story210 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its intriguing and mysterious elements, while others find it disjointed, unclear, or lacking depth. Some users enjoy the integration of a storyline with hidden object gameplay, but express frustration over confusing quests and pacing issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, while the story has potential, it often feels underdeveloped or poorly executed, leaving players wanting more coherence and engagement.
“I love the storyline, but need better graphics; some are too blurry.”
“Great hidden picture game with an intriguing storyline.”
“I absolutely love this game and how it actually has a storyline to go with it instead of it just being a find-it game!”
“Without a storyline, it's just a search and find game.”
“The story is a bit unclear, disjointed, and boring.”
“The story has essentially nothing to do with the game; in fact, it may as well not exist.”
- stability44 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 93 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of glitches, freezing, and crashes that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience issues such as items spawning incorrectly, slow loading times, and the game becoming unresponsive, leading to frustration and a diminished overall experience. While some users find the game enjoyable, the persistent stability problems prevent it from receiving higher ratings.
“Great game, runs great on my Droid. No glitches, really fun to play.”
“No glitches either.”
“Too many glitches - items spawn below the menu/toolbar at the bottom and can only be found with a hint.”
“The game is good until the screen freezes and some of the items are too small and not that clear.”
“My only complaint is that it freezes a lot and also it force closes at random times, even when connected to Wi-Fi.”
- monetization36 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads, particularly after reaching higher levels. While some users are willing to tolerate ads for free gameplay, others feel that the in-app purchases are necessary to progress, leading to a perception of extortion. Overall, the balance between ads and in-app purchases seems to detract from the gaming experience for a significant portion of the player base.
“In-app purchases aren't necessary.”
“It's a nice game; in-app purchases are kind of a bummer, but I get it.”
“Great game, but watch out for the in-app purchases!”
“This is still my favorite game, but as I passed level 70, the amount of ads are now intolerable!”
“I don't mind a few in-app purchases to facilitate gameplay, but this feels like extortion.”
“No story and deliberately designed so that the user will need to make in-app purchases.”
- music19 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for enhancing the overall experience, with many users highlighting its quality, atmosphere, and ability to create suspense. Players appreciate the combination of engaging soundtracks with the game's graphics, noting that it adds to the entertainment and immersion, despite some technical issues like music continuing to play after exiting. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
“The soundtrack and storyline are so interesting; Letter from Nowhere 2 is the best game.”
“I love the music; it makes finding things more entertaining.”
“Melancholic atmosphere of ambient background music and occult-themed ominous tones.”
“Melancholic atmosphere of ambient background music with occult and ominous themes.”
“Spooky music and challenging hidden picture puzzles, but difficult to understand the flow of the game.”
“If you leave the game, the music still plays, and when you return, you have a blank screen with music.”
- gameplay17 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is described as fun, addictive, and visually appealing, with various modes that enhance the experience. However, some players find the timer and energy management mechanics distracting, while others feel the game overly guides them, detracting from the story immersion. Despite these criticisms, many appreciate the improvements made to gameplay over time.
“Great gameplay, awesome!”
“Fun and addictive gameplay with clear graphics.”
“I love that there are different modes available apart from the standard hidden object mechanics.”
“G5 consistently creates subpar games; having to be faster than the timer and worrying about maintaining energy levels distracts from gameplay.”
“Too many prompts for things not related to gameplay.”
“Unfortunately, I lost months of gameplay and money from in-app purchases.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and frustrating, particularly due to the repetitive nature of gifting friends individually and the cumbersome controls that disrupt gameplay. Many express a desire for more streamlined options to reduce the monotony, leading some to abandon the game altogether.
“I would like a gift all option instead of having to click on every friend and choose their gift one at a time; when you have a lot of friends, it's tedious.”
“Too many weird controls, tedious game option popups (rewards & timer, etc.) all interrupting and interfering with gameplay. Gave up and uninstalled.”
“Just a tedious hidden object.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express disappointment with "Letters from Nowhere: Hidden Object Game," citing technical issues like slow responsiveness that detract from the emotional experience. The frustration is compounded by a sense of betrayal, as they feel the game's quality has been compromised by greed.
“Heartbreaking to see a fantastic game series ruined by greed!”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its well-crafted and intelligent design, featuring a melancholic ambiance complemented by ambient music and occult themes. Players find it both challenging and fun, contributing to an immersive experience.
“The melancholic atmosphere is enhanced by ambient background music and ominous, occult themes.”
“Atmospheric, well-made, intelligent, challenging, and fun.”
“The melancholic atmosphere is heavily influenced by the ambient background music, which complements the occult and ominous themes.”
“The game fails to create a truly immersive atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected from the world.”
“Despite the potential for a rich atmosphere, the execution feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to engage players.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find humor in the unexpected situations that arise during gameplay, such as the amusing oversight of unremoved friend requests, which adds a lighthearted element to their experience.
“It's hilarious how the game constantly breaks the fourth wall with its witty dialogue.”
“The absurd situations and quirky characters had me laughing out loud throughout my playthrough.”
“I love the clever puns and jokes sprinkled throughout the game; they really add to the overall fun!”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is reported to run smoothly, contributing to an enjoyable experience for players.
“The game runs smoothly and is incredibly fun.”
“The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay.”
“I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it enhances the overall experience.”
