Off The Record: Liberty Stone Collector's Edition
- May 24, 2016
- Eipix Entertainment
- 5h median play time
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- The game features beautiful graphics and a cozy atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
- The story is engaging with interesting twists, particularly in the bonus chapter, and the audio elements, including soundtracks and voiceovers, are well done.
- Gameplay is accessible with easy puzzles and a fast travel map, making it enjoyable for casual players.
- The game lacks Steam achievements and trading cards, which diminishes its replay value.
- Some puzzle instructions are vague, leading to confusion and potential frustration for players.
- The bonus chapter is somewhat hidden in the Extras menu, making it less accessible after completing the main game.
- story20 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its engaging narrative and well-crafted twists, particularly in the bonus chapter, while others find it somewhat forgettable and basic. The use of audio tapes and journals enhances the storytelling experience, and the overall atmosphere, art, and music contribute positively to the narrative. Despite some criticisms regarding character depth and originality, many players enjoyed the story as a charming and enjoyable aspect of the game.
“This game's story kept me on the edge of my seat and the art, atmosphere, and music were a great combination.”
“The bonus chapter story is nice, giving the main plot some twists and makes you understand the characters even more.”
“The story is very well-written.”
“The story is somewhat forgettable and the characters are okay, but overall it's a very nice game to spend 2-3 hours with.”
“I admit, the story isn't anything new, but the aesthetics of the game were wonderful and relaxing, and the puzzles were unique and enjoyable enough.”
“My only complaint, however minor, is the fact that - after finishing the game - the bonus game (a small epilogue chapter to the story of Linden Shades) is kind of hidden in the extras menu as opposed to being in plain sight in the main menu.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality and aesthetic appeal, featuring beautiful visuals and a charming art style. Players appreciate the ability to adjust visual settings, enhancing the overall experience, although some note that character designs during dialogues can appear odd. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's relaxing atmosphere and enjoyable gameplay.
“This game (like all the other ones in the series) is very well made, has nice graphics and good playability.”
“I want to mention that the visuals in the game are well done.”
“The aesthetics of the game were wonderful and relaxing, and the puzzles were unique and enjoyable enough.”
“The visuals in the game are well done.”
“The visuals can be adjusted in the game's options menu.”
- music7 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- -14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with many users noting the beautiful soundtracks that enhance the overall atmosphere and storytelling. While some feel the soundtrack may not perfectly fit every moment, it remains a strong aspect of the game, contributing to an engaging experience alongside the art and narrative. Additionally, the inclusion of bonus music tracks and behind-the-scenes content adds further value for players.
“This game's story kept me on the edge of my seat and the art, atmosphere, and music were a great combination.”
“Beautiful art, good story, good music; puzzles are easy for the most part, though sometimes it's a little tricky figuring out how they work, you just have to dive in and start clicking things.”
“The soundtrack is also very good, while not really fitting.”
“The music in the game is forgettable and lacks any real impact.”
“The soundtrack feels repetitive and doesn't enhance the gaming experience.”
“I found the music to be quite bland and uninspired, making it easy to tune out.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as a typical casual adventure, involving item collection, hidden object scenes, and puzzle-solving. However, some users feel that the $10 price tag is steep for only 4-5 hours of content, suggesting it may be better to purchase on sale.
“The gameplay is engaging and follows the classic casual adventure format: you find items, use them, clear hidden object scenes, and solve puzzles.”
“$10 does seem a bit much for roughly 4-5 hours of gameplay, so consider buying on sale if you prefer to do so.”
“$10 does seem a bit much for roughly 4-5 hours of gameplay, so buy on sale if you prefer to do so.”
“The gameplay is the same as any casual adventure: you find items, you use them, you clear hidden object scenes, and you solve puzzles.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it enjoyable enough to revisit, many feel that it has low replay value.
“The game was fun, and I do see some replay value, so I'm pretty happy with the results.”
“The replay value for the game is low.”
“Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
“The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel tedious.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its engaging combination of art, music, and storytelling that creates a captivating experience, while also offering moments of coziness and relaxation.
“This game's story kept me on the edge of my seat, and the art, atmosphere, and music were a great combination.”
“Cozy, relaxing atmosphere.”
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