Like No Other: The Legend Of The Twin Books
- August 25, 2022
- Actoon Studio
Like No Other: The Legend Of The Twin Books is a short, family-friendly adventure game where you play as Dan, a first-time adventurer exploring the abandoned town of Red Pines to solve the legend of the twin books. With easy-to-learn controls and 23 unique rooms to explore, help Dan find the replica Spirits' Book and uncover the truth behind the legend. The game features accessible gameplay, lower skills required, and no violence or hyper-realistic graphics.
Reviews
- Neat atmosphere and beautiful art style that enhances the overall experience.
- Engaging puzzles and interactivity that make gameplay enjoyable.
- Short but charming adventure with potential for more depth in future installments.
- The game is very short, with some players finishing it in under two hours.
- Storytelling is lacking, with unclear character motivations and minimal narrative development.
- Controls can be frustrating, particularly with mouse sensitivity issues.
- story15 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed feedback, with many players noting its brevity and lack of depth, expressing a desire for more detailed storytelling and character development. While some found the narrative charming and intriguing, particularly with hints of a richer background, others felt it was a missed opportunity due to the introduction of seemingly irrelevant characters and an overall short experience. Overall, players are left wanting a more substantial and engaging story.
“I was intrigued by the story as there are hints of a background that is not touched on, which I would be interested to learn more about.”
“A sweet, short, and charming adventure story from the developers who made Wind Peaks.”
“Very nice game, cool graphics, runs great on my potato PC, story is cool, gameplay is interesting.”
“Sadly, the story was too short and the storytelling should be improved.”
“For example, why introduce an NPC that does not have any meaning or aid the story in any way?”
“Story is lacking a bit; I would have liked more details about what the book was that we were getting and why we wanted it in the first place.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their magnificent and fantastic art style, contributing to an enjoyable overall feel. However, some users feel that the visuals resemble a prototype rather than a fully realized game. Despite this, the game runs well on lower-end PCs, enhancing its accessibility.
“I like the art style; it's magnificent.”
“The art style is fantastic, and the overall feel of the game is amazing.”
“Very nice game, cool graphics, runs great on my potato PC.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging interactivity, particularly the mechanics like the crank movement that enhance immersion. However, some users express a desire for more direct interaction options, such as using buttons instead of mouse pointing. Overall, the game is noted for its interesting mechanics and smooth performance.
“I also very much enjoyed the interactivity of the mechanics, such as the movement required for the crank, as even a little thing like that makes it much more engaging and interesting.”
“Very nice game, cool graphics, runs great on my potato PC. The story is cool, and the gameplay is interesting, but I would really love to just get near things and interact with a button instead of pointing with a mouse.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its neat and stylish design, contributing to an engaging overall experience.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive and beautifully crafted.”
“The game's atmosphere draws you in with its unique style and attention to detail.”
“Every element of the atmosphere contributes to a captivating and engaging experience.”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently described as fun and entertaining, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious!”
“I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and funny scenarios.”
“The comedic timing and clever jokes make every moment enjoyable.”
- stability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly even on lower-end hardware, indicating good stability. However, there are some concerns regarding the interaction mechanics, as players would prefer a more direct method of engaging with objects rather than relying solely on mouse pointing.
“Very nice game, cool graphics, runs great on my potato PC. The story is cool, and the gameplay is interesting.”