Portal of Evil: Stolen Runes Collector's Edition
- May 26, 2015
- 8Floor
- 6h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Portal of Evil: Stolen Runes Collector's Edition," Vanessa, heiress of Abraham Van Helsing, seeks to stop an ancient evil by finding stolen runes. She travels to Italy, following clues left by her grandfather, and must open doors to other worlds and times to find powerful artifacts. With over 60 locations, 45 mini-games, and 26 HOG scenes, players must help Vanessa on her quest to save the world from darkness.
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Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and an engaging atmosphere that immerses players in its world.
- The puzzles are varied and cleverly designed, providing a satisfying challenge without being overly frustrating.
- The story is compelling, with well-developed characters and an intriguing plot that keeps players motivated to progress.
- The voice acting is often criticized for being stiff and unconvincing, detracting from the overall immersion.
- Some players experienced performance issues, such as frame drops and glitches, which affected gameplay.
- The game has pacing issues, with some moments feeling slow or dragging, and the ending leaves some plot points unresolved.
- story97 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The story in "Portal of Evil: Stolen Runes" is generally well-received, featuring a compelling narrative with well-developed characters and intriguing twists that keep players engaged. While some reviews note predictability and a few plot loopholes, the atmospheric design and integration of puzzles enhance the overall experience. However, there are mixed opinions on the ending, with some finding it disappointing or abrupt, while others appreciate the setup for potential sequels.
“Portal of Evil: Stolen Runes is a captivating blend of atmospheric design, clever puzzles, and rich storytelling.”
“The characters are well-developed, each with their own backstory that adds depth to the plot and keeps you invested in their fates.”
“The story is interesting, the art and graphics are very appealing.”
“The overall story was about average for a hidden object game, but the ending was rather disappointing.”
“However, the story ultimately leads nowhere, ending on a very flat and disappointing note.”
“The story is a bit slack and the voice acting is awful with no emotion.”
- graphics54 mentions
- 74 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their beauty and detail, with many reviewers highlighting the immersive and atmospheric visuals that enhance the storytelling experience. While some noted minor flaws, such as less impressive animations in cutscenes or a drop in quality during specific scenes, the overall consensus is that the artwork is appealing and contributes positively to the gameplay. Many players found the graphics to be comparable to high-quality hidden object games, with a mix of realistic and artistic styles that create an engaging environment.
“Its engaging narrative and detailed visuals draw you into a world of mystery and intrigue, despite minor flaws in pacing and voice acting.”
“The graphics are very nice, with beautiful backgrounds and realistic lighting.”
“I enjoyed the vast settings & beautiful graphics; it really felt like an adventure with lots of things to do and a big storyline.”
“It's just normal for games, like those Artifex Mundi games. This game's graphics are towards a realistic style; however, for some odd reason, this game runs like trash on my system.”
“But again, it doesn't take away from the game, and they are comparable to graphics from 2000 to 2010.”
“Lightly smudged artwork/graphics/scenes in adventure play.”
- music25 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The music in "Portals of Evil: Stolen Runes" is widely praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the game's atmosphere, with many reviewers noting its orchestral quality and suitability to the story. While some tracks are described as excellent, a few are considered average or repetitive. Overall, the soundtrack, combined with engaging visuals and ambient sound effects, contributes significantly to the game's immersive experience.
“The puzzles are fun, the music and visuals are beautiful, and it's super engaging to play.”
“This game has gorgeous artwork, beautiful music, and engaging ambient sound effects.”
“The plot is interesting, I loved the music, the scenery, and the atmosphere.”
“As the final notes of the soundtrack fade into silence, 'Portals of Evil: Stolen Runes' leaves you wanting more.”
“Oh, and then the music turned ominous.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- gameplay19 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Portal of Evil: Stolen Runes" is generally praised for its smoothness and engaging puzzle design, offering a mix of hidden object mechanics and challenging tasks that can sometimes be frustrating. Players can expect around 5 to 7 hours of gameplay, including a bonus chapter, with a compelling story and well-crafted environments that enhance the overall experience. While some puzzles may be illogical or overly difficult, the game remains enjoyable and visually appealing, making it a solid choice for fans of the genre.
“The gameplay is smooth and engaging, with puzzles that are cleverly designed to challenge your mind without causing frustration.”
“However, the gameplay and environments are top notch and make it worth a playthrough!”
“With over 6 hours of gameplay, Portal of Evil is quite a robust game with all the elements that I love – a compelling story, half-decent graphics, a variety of fun and interesting mini-games, and a pretty great map.”
“Puzzle mechanics that are frustrating to interact with, using illogical items to solve simple tasks then tossing them away only to have to find them again.”
“Some puzzles are hard as hell, I had to use the guide throughout the gameplay; some puzzles make no sense.”
“Took me roughly 4 hours of pure gameplay to complete and around 7 hours on a very relaxed mode which included taking breaks for snacks, coffee, and other stuff.”
- atmosphere15 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in *Portals of Evil: Stolen Runes* is highly praised for its immersive and detailed visuals, complemented by an excellent orchestral soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the game's ability to create a captivating blend of eerie and cozy environments, filled with clever puzzles and a rich storyline. The combination of engaging scenery, ominous elements, and a well-crafted soundscape contributes to a compelling and atmospheric gaming experience.
“From the moment you start, [b]portals of evil: stolen runes[/b] immerses you in an environment rich with atmosphere.”
“[b]atmospheric design[/b]: the game features immersive and detailed visuals that draw you in.”
“The plot is interesting, I loved the music, the scenery, and the atmosphere.”
“Ominous atmosphere”
“Weird things are happening; quickly a dark atmosphere covers it up, with rain and thunder, strange beasts, evil, and so on.”
“The story is serviceable and sets up the premise and atmosphere without being either too stupid or too pretentious, but the ending, though not a cliff-hanger, is more of a set-up for a sequel than an ultimate wrap-up.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game is generally well-polished but suffers from significant optimization issues, particularly for a budget title. While the overall experience is enjoyable, the performance detracts from its quality.
“Despite the wooden performance of the voice actors, the game itself is very nicely done and polished.”
“For a cheap hog game, it is surprisingly well optimized.”
“Tl;dr - for a cheap hog game, it is horribly optimized.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as cheap yet effective, successfully eliciting laughter and making it a worthwhile purchase for players seeking a lighthearted experience.
“Cheap and funny, so why not afford it for myself? I simply must buy it!”
“At least it made me laugh.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, with some feeling so moved that they cried out to the developers, highlighting the game's powerful impact on their feelings.
“I cried out loud to the game developers.”
“The story touched my heart in ways I never expected.”
“I felt a deep connection to the characters and their struggles.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game enjoyable with notable replay value due to its engaging story and events, despite some feelings of déjà vu from previous playthroughs.
“I think I played it a long time ago, as there were some moments of déjà vu, but it was still an enjoyable experience that has replay value due to the story and events.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report that the game exhibits excellent stability, with no glitches or bugs encountered during gameplay.
“The game runs smoothly with no glitches or bugs.”
“I haven't encountered any stability issues; everything works perfectly.”
“The performance is solid, providing a seamless gaming experience.”
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