Mythic Wonders: The Philosopher's Stone

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Mythic Wonders: The Philosopher's Stone is a single player casual puzzle game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Organic 2 Digital Studio and was released on April 21, 2016. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "Mythic Wonders: The Philosopher's Stone," Emma, the protagonist, embarks on a journey to find her missing uncle who has vanished while working on a mythical portal. She steps into the unknown, entering a world of five elements, solving 48 puzzles and 21 hidden object scenes to uncover the mystery. With hand-painted locations and an immersive storyline, the game offers an engaging hidden object adventure experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 195 reviews

story45 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Beautiful hand-drawn graphics and vibrant environments enhance the immersive experience.
Engaging gameplay with a good balance of hidden object scenes and puzzles that challenge observational skills.
The narrative, while familiar, offers a magical adventure with interesting twists and a bonus chapter that adds depth.

The story can feel clichéd and lacks depth, with some plot points left unexplained.
Voice acting is inconsistent, with some characters sounding wooden and lacking emotion.
Some puzzles can be frustratingly vague or illogical, leading to confusion during gameplay.

story
159 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
64%
8%
The story of "Mythic Wonders: The Philosopher's Stone" is a blend of fantasy and adventure, featuring a familiar plot of a protagonist searching for a missing relative while navigating through various mystical realms. While the narrative is engaging and visually appealing, it suffers from predictability and a lack of depth, with some players noting issues like poor voice acting and a rushed conclusion. Overall, the story is considered average, providing a decent backdrop for the gameplay but not standing out as particularly memorable within the hidden object genre.
- “The narrative is rich with fantasy elements, combining a sense of adventure with a mysterious storyline that keeps players engaged throughout.”
- “In conclusion, Mythic Wonders: The Philosopher's Stone is a captivating hidden object adventure that combines a compelling story, intricate puzzles, and enchanting visuals.”
- “The story is intriguing enough to keep me playing, and the artwork is gorgeous as usual.”
- “The story is average: it has no significant plot points and ends with a generic twist.”
- “The bad voice acting may have had a lot to do with my growing disinterest in the story the more I progressed.”
- “The story is cliché, but that didn't bother me too much.”
graphics
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
35%
4%
The graphics in "Mythic Wonders: The Philosopher's Stone" are generally praised for their enchanting visuals, vibrant color palettes, and detailed environments that enhance the gameplay experience. While some players note that the graphics feel somewhat dated compared to other titles from the same period, the overall art style is considered appealing and well-executed, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere. However, there are mixed opinions regarding character animations and certain graphical glitches that detract from the experience.
- “The aesthetic choices, from color palettes to lighting effects, work together to create a visually enchanting experience that complements the game’s narrative and gameplay.”
- “The combination of lush environments and engaging art style makes exploration particularly satisfying, as players uncover hidden items and secrets within the beautifully crafted scenes.”
- “Splendid graphics, wonderful atmosphere, lots of magic and fairy.”
- “It was made in 2016, but other hidden object/puzzle games released the same year have way better graphics.”
- “The graphics are very poor, the voice acting is atrocious, and the overall mechanics are outdated.”
- “Ho scenes: 6.5/10 - challenging but weighed down by poor art and graphic quality.”
music
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
42%
11%
The music in the game is generally praised for its melodic and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the immersive experience with a relaxing and fitting soundtrack that aligns well with the narrative. While many players appreciate the soothing and beautiful compositions, some note issues with repetitiveness and occasional playback problems. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's ambiance, though it may not stand out as particularly unique or memorable.
- “A melodic and atmospheric soundtrack accompanies the gameplay, creating a sense of wonder and tension that aligns with the narrative’s magical and mysterious tone.”
- “The music throughout the entire game gave me goosebumps; honestly, I would buy the soundtrack for this game if it was available!”
- “The art never fails, astonishing landscapes and a great soundtrack that creates an immersive adventure.”
- “Background music is repetitive, however.”
- “Nothing is bad with the soundtrack but it is a bit underwhelming, kind of repetitive.”
- “It's pretty, and each world has its own fitting music, but most of it is generic.”
gameplay
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
54%
7%
The gameplay in "Mythic Wonders" primarily revolves around classic hidden object mechanics, offering a balanced mix of hidden object scenes and puzzles that cater to both newcomers and seasoned players. While the mechanics are generally smooth and engaging, some users noted a lack of originality due to recycled puzzles and outdated elements, though the game introduces some new mechanics and features a visually appealing aesthetic and atmospheric soundtrack. Overall, it provides a casual yet immersive experience, making it a solid choice for fans of the genre, despite some criticisms regarding the narrative and voice acting.
- “The balance of hidden object scenes and puzzles ensures that gameplay remains varied and engaging, appealing to both newcomers to the genre and experienced players seeking a casual yet rewarding adventure.”
- “Its accessible yet engaging gameplay, paired with a richly detailed mythical world, makes it an ideal choice for players seeking a relaxing and immersive experience.”
- “But the gameplay itself is very nice; the game is divided into a sort of element-themed chapters, the hidden object scenes are nicely made and varied, and the developers have obviously put effort into making other minigames interesting.”
- “The graphics are very poor, the voice acting is atrocious, and the overall mechanics are outdated.”
- “Tldr: even higher quality hidden object games end up recycling the same minigames and mechanics and reskinning different art and simple thin storylines on each.”
- “Any longer and I'd personally get bored from the repetitive nature of the gameplay, and any shorter and I'd feel like my money wouldn't be well spent.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by a melodic soundtrack and stunning graphics, immersing players in magical and mysterious worlds. It offers a cozy and relaxing experience through its well-crafted environments and engaging puzzles, making it a worthwhile purchase for those seeking a captivating adventure.
- “A melodic and atmospheric soundtrack accompanies the gameplay, creating a sense of wonder and tension that aligns with the narrative’s magical and mysterious tone.”
- “An atmospheric casual point-and-click adventure that will take you to well-realized mystical worlds.”
- “My advice: buy it on sale, go in for the puzzles, atmosphere, and with an open mind.”
- “There is some replay value in regards to the relaxing puzzles and cozy backgrounds and atmosphere, so I don't regret buying this at all.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while collectible items and hidden object scenes encourage exploration and revisiting areas, some players find the overall replay value low. However, the relaxing puzzles and bonus content, such as concept art and music, provide some incentive for players to return.
- “Collectible items and morphing objects throughout the game encourage players to explore thoroughly and revisit areas to uncover all secrets, adding replayability and rewarding careful observation.”
- “The replay value for the game is low.”
- “There is some replay value in regards to the relaxing puzzles and cozy backgrounds and atmosphere, so I don't regret buying this at all.”
- “Replayable hidden object scenes and mini games are also part of the bonus content, as well as concept art, wallpapers, and music.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Overall, user experiences with stability are mixed; while some report no glitches or technical issues, others have encountered significant graphical glitches that hinder gameplay.
- “There are no glitches or technical problems.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any interruptions.”
- “I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs during my playtime.”
- “This game has at the moment graphical glitches that make it hard to play.”
- “No glitches or technical problems.”
- “Glitches / bugs”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Character development in the game is highlighted by expressive character designs and richly detailed backgrounds that enhance immersion. While the visuals are generally praised, some players noted a lack of mouth movement during dialogue, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the combination of strong character design and engaging environments contributes positively to the game's narrative depth.
- “Character designs are expressive, and the backgrounds are rich with detail, enhancing the sense of immersion.”
- “Lovely and richly-detailed backgrounds, nice character design, well-made puzzle and hidden object scenes, great effects.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by clever personal commentary and unintentional comedic moments, particularly in the voice acting. While it draws inspiration from popular concepts, this familiarity enhances the comedic experience. Overall, the humor is a blend of intentional jokes and amusing quirks that contribute to the game's charm.
- “It does take a lot of inspiration from other popular ideas (totally not a stargate), but that just makes for great personal humorous commentary.”
- “The art is quite nice, the hops are fine, there are okay minigames as well, and the voice acting is unintentionally funny at points.”
- “Many of them are humorous, with a few being necessary to continue along the storyline.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly in later minigames, leading some to skip them entirely. The absence of repetitive tasks, like rescuing a child, is noted as a positive change.
- “After that, I skipped several minigames because the later ones are tedious overall.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which quickly became boring.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its wild and unpredictable storyline, featuring fantastical elements like mermaids and dragons, which contribute to an engaging and immersive experience.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users reporting smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others experience significant lag and frame rate drops, indicating that optimization may vary depending on system specifications. Overall, the game's performance can be inconsistent, suggesting that further updates may be needed to enhance stability across different hardware configurations.

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Mythic Wonders: The Philosopher's Stone is a casual puzzle game with fantasy theme.

Mythic Wonders: The Philosopher's Stone is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, iPad and others.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Mythic Wonders: The Philosopher's Stone.

Mythic Wonders: The Philosopher's Stone was released on April 21, 2016.

Mythic Wonders: The Philosopher's Stone was developed by Organic 2 Digital Studio.

Mythic Wonders: The Philosopher's Stone has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

Mythic Wonders: The Philosopher's Stone is a single player game.

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