Meridian 157: Chapter 2

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"Meridian 157: Chapter 2" is a point-and-click adventure game that continues the story of a forensic meteorologist investigating strange weather phenomena. The player explores a mysterious, abandoned research facility in the Arctic, solving puzzles and uncovering secrets to delve deeper into the overarching narrative. This second chapter builds on the foundation of the first game, offering new challenges and intriguing plot developments.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 168 reviews

story30 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a great mix of puzzles that range from easy to challenging, providing a satisfying experience for players.
The atmosphere and graphics are immersive, enhancing the overall storytelling and engagement in the game.
The hint system is well-designed, offering just enough guidance without giving away solutions, which helps maintain the challenge.

Some puzzles can feel illogical or convoluted, leading to frustration for players trying to find solutions.
The game lacks a save feature, relying solely on auto-save, which can be inconvenient for players.
There are reports of technical issues, such as game freezes and problems with video clips not playing, which detracts from the experience.

story
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
28%
7%
The game's story is generally well-received, featuring a rich and engaging narrative that continues from previous chapters, although some players feel it could be more prominent. The plot involves a detective unraveling a mystery with a mix of suspense and intrigue, complemented by detailed diaries that enhance the storytelling experience. While the puzzles are praised for their variety and challenge, some reviewers wish for a deeper focus on the story itself.
- “The puzzles were fantastic, being a very good mix of easy and difficult ones with a large chunk being pleasantly middle-ground. The storylines were quite detailed and very interesting, and the hint system was very much to our liking, providing just a small bit of information at a time or letting us know if we had all the info needed for a given puzzle!”
- “They absolutely nailed the story, atmosphere, puzzle engagement, pace, and most of all, music.”
- “Your character in this story has to follow a series of clues and diverse locations and atmospheres to unravel a mystery, first about himself, but also about the circumstances and events that took place in the areas he visits.”
- “The story, like in the previous ones, is barely there, to the point where you have to remind yourself why you are where you are.”
- “The story is slowly being teased out but that's okay; it still holds my interest.”
- “But the story did not end and there will be a 4.”
atmosphere
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
21%
13%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its incredible depth, combining engaging puzzles with stunning graphics and evocative music. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to create a captivating and sometimes eerie ambiance that enhances the storytelling and player experience, making it a standout in the point-and-click genre. Overall, the atmospheric elements effectively immerse players in the narrative and encourage exploration.
- “The atmosphere is truly incredible.”
- “They absolutely nailed the story, atmosphere, puzzle engagement, pace, and most of all music.”
- “Very eerie and sometimes spooky atmospheres throughout.”
- “I enjoy spending lots of time alone, but the atmosphere in the game is such that even I long to talk to another person.”
- “Your character in this story has to follow a series of clues and diverse locations and atmospheres to unravel a mystery, first about himself, but also about the circumstances and events that took place at the areas he visits.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
19%
19%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their quality, particularly in chapter 2, where they are described as amazing and contributing to a great atmosphere. While some reviewers note that the graphics feel a bit dated compared to modern standards, they are still considered acceptable and enhance the overall experience. Overall, the visuals are well-received, complementing the engaging puzzles and story.
- “Interesting puzzles and really nice graphics/atmosphere.”
- “The story is great, the graphics amazing and the challenge of the puzzles was just right.”
- “More wonderful graphics.”
- “The graphics are similar to the previous chapter - a bit dated but acceptable.”
- “Almost everything is improved apart from the graphics (they don't need to be).”
- “Once again, the graphics and sound are just fine and the game ran without the slightest hitch.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game is highly praised for its immersive quality, effectively enhancing the overall atmosphere and tension. Reviewers note that it perfectly complements the art and storytelling, contributing significantly to the game's engaging experience.
- “The art is superb, with a special note for the immersive music.”
- “They absolutely nailed the story, atmosphere, puzzle engagement, pace, and most of all music.”
- “The music creates a perfect setting.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The gameplay features a new item combination mechanic and a puzzle element involving sliding levers, but many players find the mechanics cumbersome and unengaging, leading to a generally boring experience.
- “This game includes an additional mechanic to be able to combine items.”
- “The mechanics of this game are really cumbersome and not a pleasure to play; it was really, really boring.”
- “The mechanics of this game are really cumbersome and not a pleasure to play; it was really, really boring.”
- “A new puzzle mechanic is introduced: you can now slide some levers with the mouse and stuff like that.”