Ominous Tales: The Forsaken Isle

35%
Game Brain Score Based on 17 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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There’s an island 30 miles off the coast of England that the locals call 'The Forsaken Isle'. It is said to be home to ghosts, necromancers and dangerous man-eating creatures! Travel to the island to confront the evil warlock, a vicious pack of wolves and dark forces in order to escape with your life!

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35%
Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews
graphics5 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features stunning art and good graphics that enhance the overall experience.
  • The story is engaging and keeps players' attention throughout the gameplay.
  • Voice acting and sound design are decent, contributing positively to the atmosphere of the game.
  • The game is very short, taking only about 2 hours to complete, which may not justify the price.
  • Gameplay can be frustrating due to poor item visibility, unresponsive clicks, and a poorly placed 'SKIP' button.
  • Puzzles are often too easy or tedious, lacking the challenge that many players expect from hidden object games.
  • story8 mentions

    The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and well-integrated with gameplay and collectibles, while others criticize its execution and pacing, describing it as boring or difficult to follow. Overall, the narrative has potential but suffers from inconsistencies in clue accessibility and storytelling quality.

    • “This story took my attention fully!”
    • “Good graphics, story, gameplay, and puzzles.”
    • “Lots of well-hidden extra collectibles in the scenes that both add challenges and fit in and add to the story rather than making you find random goblets or butterflies.”
    • “I can't remember how much I spent, but gameplay was 2.1 hours and the storyline was boring and so were the puzzles.”
    • “- the story is actually all right, but executed poorly, which is a shame.”
    • “Story/plot:”
  • graphics8 mentions

    The graphics in the game are generally praised for their beauty and quality, enhancing the overall experience alongside the story and gameplay. While many players appreciate the visuals and the option to adjust them, some note that high-quality graphics have become a standard expectation in the genre.

    • “Beautiful graphics and voice acting (some good, some cheesy) make the quality of ominous tales better than quite a few HOS out there.”
    • “I want to mention that the visuals in the game are nicely done.”
    • “True, the graphics are nice.”
    • “The visuals are underwhelming and lack detail.”
    • “The game graphics feel outdated and do not meet modern standards.”
    • “The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse in the game.”
  • gameplay7 mentions

    The gameplay is centered around hidden object screens, point-and-click mechanics, and logic puzzles, but it has received mixed reviews. While some players appreciate the graphics and elements of the game, others find the storyline and puzzles lacking, suggesting that the overall experience may not justify the price unless purchased on sale.

    • “Good graphics, story, gameplay, and puzzles.”
    • “As a hidden object game, gameplay consists of three elements: hidden object screens, point and click elements, and logic puzzles.”
    • “I can't remember how much I spent, but gameplay was 2.1 hours and the storyline was boring and so were the puzzles.”
    • “Padding out the rest of the gameplay are the logic puzzles.”
    • “For around 1 hour of gameplay (depending on how fast you are with puzzles, etc.), 10 euros is all right, but for what you get, you're better off getting it on sale.”
  • music7 mentions

    The music in the game is generally considered unremarkable, with players often not noticing the background tracks, though the voice acting is noted to be better. While the soundtrack is described as decent, the game offers an extras menu featuring the soundtrack, concept art, and wallpapers, which adds some value for completionists. Overall, the music aspect does not significantly enhance the gaming experience.

    • “However, it does have an extras menu where you can listen to the soundtrack, get wallpapers, see concept art, as well as other goodies if you find all the diary pages, claw marks, or ghosts.”
    • “The game features extra elements such as soundtracks, concept art, and wallpapers.”
    • “The soundtrack is decent enough.”
    • “While there is background music, I honestly didn't notice it at all.”
    • “The game does have voice acting, and I would say this is a bit better than the music.”
    • “The extras are three pieces of soundtrack and a couple of background images - no bonus gameplay to make up for the short main game.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is generally well-received, with some users noting that it enhances the experience effectively, while others feel it may not significantly contribute when distractions are present. Overall, it strikes a balance, with many appreciating its execution.

    • “Atmosphere done just right.”
    • “This isn't too bad, especially if you are listening to something else, but it doesn't add to the game's atmosphere.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find that certain puzzles in the game are overly tedious and lack challenge, leading to a grinding experience that detracts from overall enjoyment.

    • “Some of the puzzles are just plain tedious without any difficulty.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and lacks any real reward.”
    • “I spent hours grinding for resources, only to find out they were not worth the effort.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game has low replayability, with users indicating that there is little incentive to play it multiple times.

    • “The replay value for the game is low.”
    • “There isn't much incentive to play through the game again after finishing it.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little reason to return.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it consistently hilarious and entertaining throughout their experience.

    • “It's hilarious!”
    • “The humor in this game is top-notch and keeps me laughing throughout.”
    • “I love the witty dialogue and clever puns; they add so much charm to the experience.”
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Play time

2hMedian play time
2hAverage play time
1-2hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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