Modern Tales: Age of Invention

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"Modern Tales: Age of Invention" is a captivating adventure game set in Paris, 1900, during the world expo. The game's protagonist, Emily Patterson, embarks on a thrilling journey to rescue her father and uncover the truth behind the mysterious kidnapping of famous scientists. Throughout her quest, Emily encounters historical figures like Einstein and Chanel, who aid her in this challenging adventure. Unravel the conspiracy and save the world from a sinister fate.

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

Modern Tales: Age of Invention screenshot

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 121 reviews

story41 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a colorful art style that enhances the overall experience.
The story is engaging, incorporating historical figures like Albert Einstein and Coco Chanel in a fun and whimsical way.
The puzzles are generally easy and accessible, making it a good choice for casual gamers or beginners.

The game is relatively short and lacks a bonus chapter, which may leave players wanting more content.
Some voice acting and character animations are subpar, detracting from the immersion of the game.
The hidden object scenes and puzzles can be overly simplistic, which may not satisfy players looking for a greater challenge.

story
93 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
53%
3%
The story in this game is generally considered acceptable, featuring a classic hidden object game (HOG) plot with some historical elements and a lighthearted tone. While it offers a mix of engaging and absurd moments, many reviewers noted a lack of originality and the absence of a bonus chapter, which could have expanded on the narrative. Overall, the storyline is seen as enjoyable but not groundbreaking, with some humorous and whimsical touches involving historical figures.
- “Very clean game, exciting, good storyline!”
- “Engaging story, great artwork, likeable characters.”
- “An enjoyable game, where you're thrust into an adventure story that showcases historical figures Albert Einstein and Coco Chanel assisting you with your mission to save your scientist father and his colleagues.”
- “The sad thing about this game is the lack of a bonus chapter; an additional chapter continuing the Patterson family's story would be nice.”
- “The story was completely ridiculous - as were some actions.”
- “Modern Tales: Age of Invention starts very promising with a tale of scientists at the 1900 World Fair in Paris, but the story soon develops into a huge cliché that’s embarrassing at times.”
graphics
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
25%
8%
Overall, the graphics in the game are generally praised for their beauty and vibrant art style, with many reviewers highlighting the colorful visuals and engaging artwork. However, some criticism is directed at the character animations, which are described as clunky or weird. While the graphics are considered solid and enhance the narrative, they are also noted to be somewhat standard compared to other hidden object games.
- “The thing I like about this game is the beautiful, colorful art style, as well as the fun adventure vibe.”
- “The graphics are compelling and enhance the narrative, while the puzzles are clear and uncomplicated.”
- “The game's artwork is beautifully made, the colors and details are breathtaking.”
- “Graphics quality is fine, but the character animations are very clunky.”
- “Music, graphics, puzzles, and voice acting are bog-standard, with very little to distinguish them from any other hidden object game on the market.”
- “Poor plot and graphics.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
36%
14%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the pleasant soundtracks and voice acting that complement the visuals. However, some users noted issues with the music being too loud and repetitive, which can detract from the overall experience. While the soundtrack fits the game's atmosphere, it lacks distinctiveness compared to other titles in the genre.
- “I love the Switzerland map most, good soundtrack, relaxing map; it cools down my stress while playing!”
- “The soundtrack was very good though - as were the graphics and art.”
- “The visuals are beautiful, the music and voice acting are pleasant, and the story is interesting.”
- “The music sound is way too loud overall, but one can turn it down. However, the zooming in and out of scenes is really loud and annoying, and that particular sound can't be lowered without affecting all the other sounds and voices, so that's a negative.”
- “The soundtracks fit the game well, although it felt a little bit repetitive after some time.”
- “While graphics are top-notch, the soundtrack is rather dull.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
38%
23%
Overall, the gameplay is described as enjoyable and accessible, particularly appealing to younger audiences, with simple mechanics that allow for a relaxing experience. While some players noted the narrative delivery as lacking, it did not detract significantly from the overall enjoyment of the game, which features fun minigames and a chill atmosphere.
- “The story was more tolerable than usual, the gameplay was good, and generally a good experience for this type of game.”
- “Essentially, they just add enough gameplay to let us enjoy the rest of the game for what it is: a simple, yet incredible adventure.”
- “Fun gameplay, great minigames!”
- “The only downside for me was the main narrative -- it was poorly delivered but nothing that took away from the gameplay.”
- “Simple game and basic story mechanic, but the younger children like it.”
- “Like other reviews here mentioned, a lot of them are mechanics.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of clever innuendos, amusing voice acting, and a quirky romance plot involving Albert Einstein, which many players found entertaining. While the voice acting is often described as subpar, its unintentional hilarity adds to the overall comedic experience, making the story enjoyable and lighthearted.
- “I just enjoyed the atmosphere a lot, and there's a little romance plot involving Albert Einstein which is just hilarious to see in a game.”
- “The story is decent with a couple of funny innuendos to the real past.”
- “However, it was pretty easy to play and the accents/voice acting are quite hilarious.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The atmosphere in "Modern Tales: Age of Invention" is highly praised for its gripping, dark tone, enhanced by appealing graphics and fitting music. The inclusion of historical scientists and a humorous romance plot involving Albert Einstein adds a unique charm, making the overall experience engaging and enjoyable.
- “It's also fun that all the characters are historical scientists/inventors; the graphics are nice and the music fits the atmosphere of the game.”
- “The background and atmosphere are great.”
- “Modern Tales: Age of Invention convinces with a gripping story that lives from its dark atmosphere.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the replayability of the game is considered low, typical for hidden object titles, with many users suggesting it is best purchased at a discount. While the game may not offer much incentive for repeated playthroughs, some players still find it worth the price, especially when on sale.
- “Since it's so short and there is little to no replay value, you should get this when it's discounted like I did.”
- “As usual for hidden object games, the replay value is not very high, but I'd say it's definitely worth its current 'deal' price and, depending on your income and tastes, probably even the full price.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character development for its impressive designs and engaging speaking animations, which enhance the overall immersion and connection to the characters.
- “The character designs and speaking animations are also well done.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have reported significant stability issues, including instances of softlocking, particularly at critical moments such as the end of the game, where attempts to trigger cutscenes can lead to freezing.
- “I am softlocked at the end; when I try to enter the sphere, the game attempts to start a cutscene that I have already resolved, and it freezes.”