Meridian 157: Chapter 2
- December 9, 2020
- NovaSoft Interactive Ltd.
- 5h median play time
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Get on Apple Store"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.
Reviews
- The game features a great mix of challenging and enjoyable puzzles, making it engaging for players.
- The atmosphere and graphics are well-crafted, enhancing the immersive experience of the game.
- The story is intriguing and keeps players invested, with a good hint system to assist when needed.
- Some puzzles can feel illogical or convoluted, leading to frustration for players.
- The game lacks achievements and the ability to save progress, which can detract from the overall experience.
- There are occasional technical issues, such as freezing during gameplay, which can disrupt the flow.
- story23 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, featuring a rich and engaging narrative that unfolds alongside a variety of puzzles, which range from easy to challenging. While some players feel the story could be more prominent, many appreciate its intriguing elements and the atmospheric setting that enhances the overall experience. The continuation from previous chapters adds depth, making it essential for players to follow the series for a complete understanding of the plot.
“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.”
“This game continues from the first chapter, but you don't need to have played it to get into this as the backstory is fairly minimal.”
“But the story did not end and there will be a 4.”
- atmosphere12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its incredible depth, combining engaging puzzles with stunning graphics and evocative music. Players appreciate the immersive environments that enhance the storytelling and evoke a range of emotions, from nostalgia to eeriness. Overall, the atmospheric design significantly contributes to the game's appeal, making it a standout in the point-and-click genre.
“And the atmosphere is truly incredible.”
“They absolutely nailed the story, atmosphere, puzzle engagement, pace, and most of all music.”
“I enjoy spending lots of time alone, but the atmosphere in the game is such that even I long to talk to another person.”
“Very eerie and sometimes spooky atmospheres throughout.”
“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.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics are generally praised for their quality and atmosphere, with some noting improvements in certain chapters while others find them somewhat dated yet acceptable. The art style and music contribute positively to the game's ambiance, enhancing the overall experience. While some reviews suggest that graphics could be improved, they are still considered satisfactory and fitting for the game's aesthetic.
“Interesting puzzles and really nice graphics/atmosphere.”
“The story is great, the graphics amazing and the challenge of the puzzles was just right.”
“Really like the feel, artwork, and music that create a great atmosphere.”
“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).”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its immersive quality, effectively enhancing the atmosphere and tension throughout the experience. Reviewers note that it complements the art and storytelling, contributing significantly to the overall engagement and setting.
“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.”
“The background music is repetitive and becomes annoying after a while.”
“The soundtrack lacks variety and fails to enhance the overall experience.”
“The music feels out of place and doesn't match the game's tone.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a new item combination mechanic and a puzzle element involving sliding levers, but many users find the overall mechanics cumbersome and unengaging, leading to a lack of enjoyment.
“This game includes an additional mechanic to combine items.”
“A new puzzle mechanic is introduced: you can now slide some levers with the mouse and similar actions.”
“The mechanics of this game are really cumbersome and not a pleasure to play; it was really, really boring.”
