Nelson and the Magic Cauldron: The Journey
- January 28, 2022
- ManuelSchenkGames
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Get on itch.io Store"Nelson and the Magic Cauldron: The Journey" is a humorous point-and-click adventure game presented in a comic-style. Players join Nelson on a trip aboard an airship, where they'll encounter eccentric characters and face absurd tasks in a competition to prepare magic potions. The game features hand-drawn graphics, a cinematic soundtrack, and is free of lactose, gluten, and animal products. Available in both German and English talkie versions.
Reviews
- Charming art style and humor reminiscent of classic point-and-click games like Monkey Island.
- Fun and straightforward gameplay with easy puzzles, making it accessible for players who may struggle with more complex challenges.
- Impressive effort for an indie title developed by a single person, showcasing creativity and a nostalgic feel.
- The game ends abruptly, leaving players wanting more content.
- Writing and localization issues detract from the overall experience, with some jokes falling flat and voice acting being amateurish.
- Short gameplay length and overly simplistic puzzles may disappoint those seeking a more challenging adventure.
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is generally appreciated for its cute art style, charming voice acting, and well-written characters, featuring subtle and funny jokes. However, some players find the humor to be juvenile and not universally appealing. Overall, it offers a mix of enjoyable and less effective comedic elements.
“The art is nice, and I appreciate the sense of humor.”
“Cute drawings and charming voice acting, with some funny jokes tucked in there.”
“Well written with funny characters.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story has been criticized for its lazy writing, senseless plot, and mediocre humor, leading to a confusing experience for players unfamiliar with the previous game. Additionally, the puzzles are deemed overly simplistic, and the localization quality has been noted as subpar. Overall, the narrative lacks depth and coherence, contributing to a disappointing experience.
“Lazy writing, senseless story, and mediocre jokes make for a disappointing narrative experience.”
“The game is a sequel to 'Nelson and the Magic Cauldron,' which I skipped, leaving the beginning confusing and some story elements unclear.”
“The English localization is even worse than the original German, further detracting from the story.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a distinct art style that enhances the overall visual experience of the game.
“The art style is absolutely stunning and adds a unique charm to the game.”
“The graphics are incredibly detailed, making every environment feel immersive.”
“The vibrant colors and intricate designs truly bring the game world to life.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
“Character models are poorly designed and animations are stiff, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to capture the beauty of the game's setting.”
