Mysterious Island: A Hidden Object Adventure
- March 26, 2022
- Dnovel
- 1h median play time
Get on Steam"Mysterious Island: A Hidden Object Adventure" is a game in the "hidden object" genre, where you are stranded on a deserted island and must search for supplies, fight predators, and explore to survive. The game features hand-drawn locations, three levels of difficulty, and meditative, addictive gameplay with atmospheric music. Your goal is to uncover the secrets of the island and await rescue.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique art style that some players found appealing.
- It can serve as a quick and simple mindfulness exercise for players.
- The atmospheric music enhances the overall experience of the game.
- The game is extremely short, with many players completing it in under 10 minutes.
- It lacks depth and variety, with repetitive gameplay focused on finding the same items.
- Many players feel it is overpriced for the limited content and quality, labeling it as a cash grab.
- monetization4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the developer is heavily criticized as a blatant cash grab, utilizing low-effort asset flips and minimal content to exploit gamers. Reviews highlight the game's quick release into cheap bundles, reinforcing the perception that it lacks genuine development effort and is primarily aimed at making quick profits.
“The developer, dnovel/studio2760/my way games/freeanimals_software/trinity project, took a template from the godawful cocos2d construction kit, slapped a couple of minimalist drawings on it, and dumped the results onto Steam as a cash grab scam, as if this was a game he'd actually made himself.”
“To cement the position of this asset flip as nothing but a cash grab, it was dumped onto cheap daily indie game shovelware bundles very shortly after launch.”
“Five screens lasting less than a minute each is no way to show the world what the developer can do, and to me it smells badly of a cash grab.”
- story4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's story is criticized for being illogical and abruptly ending, leaving players feeling unsatisfied. While there is a narrative present, it lacks depth and coherence, and players express a desire for more quests and a vibrant design to enhance the experience.
“Very strange game with an illogical story...”
“There's some kind of story, but it suddenly abruptly ends and leaves us nowhere.”
“This game may have some potential if it were long enough to finish its story and didn't just ask us to find a variety of items on one screen, not just five of the same things.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics received a score of 6, with users praising their breathtaking quality and artistic drawn style that enhances each new scene.
“The graphics were easily amazing and breathtaking with each new scene.”
“I liked the drawn graphics.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its calming yet atmospheric quality, effectively enhancing the experience of each game level.
“The music was nice, by the way.”
“Very calm, but at the same time, atmospheric music accompanies each game level.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a calm yet immersive musical score that enhances the experience at each level, creating a serene and engaging environment for players.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive.”
“Very calm, but at the same time, the atmospheric music accompanies each game level.”
“The game creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that draws you in.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its innovative time-travel mechanics, allowing players to navigate between different days in a unique and engaging way. Reviewers appreciate the creative approach, wishing more games would adopt similar out-of-the-box thinking.
“The mind-blowing time travel mechanics, where you navigate between days 71, 72, and 73, showcase some truly innovative thinking. I wish every game would incorporate such unique gameplay elements.”
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of challenge and fun that keeps you coming back for more.”
“The controls are smooth and responsive, making every action feel satisfying and enhancing the overall experience.”
