Persian Nights

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Persian Nights is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Artifex Mundi and was released on June 28, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

"Persian Nights" is a haunting hidden object puzzle adventure game where players assume the role of a talented apothecary named Tara. As Tara, you must investigate the cause of a mysterious plague spreading across Persia, while also navigating the iron grip of the Grand Vizier Zaved and the impending ruin of the kingdom. The game boasts endless replayability, with the option to unlock and own it forever.

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 420 reviews

story26 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and vibrant colors, making it visually appealing.
The storyline is engaging with well-developed characters, providing a captivating experience.
The game includes customizable difficulty settings and a user-friendly map, enhancing gameplay.

The demo is very short, leaving players wanting more before they have to pay to continue.
There is no bonus game or strategy guide, which disappointed some players.
Many players felt misled by the game's pricing structure, as it is not truly free-to-play.

story
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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27%
8%
The game's storyline has received positive feedback for its depth, character interaction, and engaging narrative, with many players appreciating the balance between story and gameplay. While some reviews noted similarities to other titles, such as "Prince of Persia," the overall consensus highlights the captivating and immersive nature of the story, complemented by beautiful graphics and creative worlds. However, a few players found aspects of the story confusing or lacking in originality.
- “I loved that there was more of an actual storyline and that the characters had so much more depth than the other games I've played.”
- “The worlds were super creative and the storyline was captivating.”
- “Great story, good characters and narrative that maintains logic for the game.”
- “It is even not worth a star, story copied from Prince of Persia, turning the original game into a stupid puzzle game and expecting gamers to pay for it, not even worth time.”
- “I find icons in the story disappear too soon, making the story hard to fathom at times.”
- “I admire you, Artifex Mundi... but I find this app boring... the story is okay, but this is not one of my favorites.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
77%
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10%
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their beauty, vibrancy, and artistic design. Reviewers highlight the graphics as a standout feature that enhances the overall gameplay experience, often mentioning them alongside the engaging storyline and character interactions. Overall, the visuals are described as fantastic and a key reason for players' enjoyment and addiction to the game.
- “The artwork is beautiful, fantastic graphics, ideal gameplay, lovely music.”
- “Amazing game, graphics are vibrant great game.”
- “Beautiful graphics, loved the story and interactions between characters.”
- “The graphics are terrible.”
- “Graphics are not impressive.”
- “The graphics lack detail and polish.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its pleasant and non-monotonous quality that complements the beautiful artwork and fantasy theme. While some users found the music to be great and fitting, a few considered it merely acceptable. Overall, it enhances the gaming experience effectively.
- “Storyline is good, music is nice and not monotonous, another winner which is what I have come to expect from Artifex Mundi.”
- “The artwork is beautiful, fantastic graphics, ideal gameplay, lovely music.”
- “I like the theme and the colors are nice; the dreamy music goes well with the fantasy!”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players consistently praise the gameplay for its ideal mechanics and engaging experience, complemented by beautiful graphics and lovely music. Overall, the gameplay is highlighted as a standout feature that enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “The artwork is beautiful, with fantastic graphics and ideal gameplay complemented by lovely music.”
- “Love the gameplay!”
- “Great gameplay!”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization model has been criticized for being misleading, as players are required to log in and accept terms before encountering multiple ads and a paywall of $6.99 to continue, leading to frustration and uninstalls.
- “I got through the tutorial, after I had to accept the 'terms and conditions,' log in with my email (which I know they will send spam), and had 3 ads during this time, only to be hit with a 'purchase this game for $6.99 to continue.' This is not free-to-play; I'm uninstalling!”
- “The monetization model is incredibly aggressive. I felt bombarded with ads and constant prompts to spend money, which ruined the experience for me.”
- “It's frustrating to see a game that could be enjoyable turned into a cash grab. The paywalls are excessive and make it hard to progress without spending real money.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game relatable, particularly in the irony of spending money on hints, which adds a lighthearted touch to the overall experience.
- “It's funny because I usually spend money on hints and the like with these games anyway.”