Princess Isabella: Return of the Curse
- April 15, 2014
- Gogii Games
- 3h median play time
Get on SteamDefeat the witch for the last time with the help of your trusty Fairy sidekick and a new friend you met along the way!
Reviews
- The game features charming artwork and engaging fantasy elements, making it visually appealing.
- The introduction of two companions adds variety to gameplay and enhances the hidden object mechanics.
- The puzzles, while not overly challenging, provide a fun and casual experience suitable for younger players.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including a fixed 4:3 resolution and a lack of customization options, making it feel outdated.
- The ending is abrupt and leaves many plot points unresolved, which can be disappointing for players seeking closure.
- The hint system is often unhelpful, leading to frustration when trying to progress through the game.
- story24 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story of the game features a princess on a quest to rescue her baby, with a mix of engaging puzzles and a fairy companion. While some players found the narrative intriguing and an improvement over previous installments, others criticized it for being incomplete, ending on a cliffhanger, and lacking clarity due to missing content. Overall, the story is seen as enjoyable but not exceptional, with a darker tone compared to earlier games in the series.
“The story is quite good and the plot follows the previous part in a good way.”
“The story is interesting and the puzzles are not too difficult.”
“Oh, and the ending isn't your usual happily ever after; rather a plot hook for the third game to come.”
“The story, however, ends on a bit of a cliffhanger which my children found rather abrupt and disappointing - they enjoyed the story up to the end and found that nothing was resolved.”
“Thirdly, I could not figure out the story and reasons for why something occurred; I had to Google it and found out that this game is missing half of the content that explains things clearly and has more gameplay.”
“This is not the collector's edition, so it has about 35 minutes less playtime as it's missing the CE version only area 'the witch's trophy tower' and lacks a small part of the story partially explaining the ending of this game.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users noting a lack of resolution options and limited customization, while others praise the improved art style, polished visuals, and appealing backgrounds. Overall, the graphics are considered good and user-friendly, enhancing the gameplay experience despite some basic elements in certain scenes.
“You can feel it from the quality of graphics.”
“The graphics are more appealing and it expands a bit on the gameplay concepts from the first in a good way.”
“The graphics are much nicer and the game just seems more polished.”
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
“The art style is worse in my opinion, especially with the human characters.”
“You can feel the lack of quality in the graphics.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight mixed feelings about the mechanics and map clarity, with some finding the map harder to read compared to the first game. While the graphics and expanded gameplay concepts are praised, many players express disappointment with the game's length, claiming it can be completed in significantly less time than advertised. Additionally, the interactive mechanics, particularly the helpers' abilities, are noted for adding depth but can lead to frustrating pixel-hunting experiences.
“The graphics are more appealing and it expands a bit on the gameplay concepts from the first in a good way.”
“The game mechanics are similar to any other hidden object game, but it has a good interactive map, which helps a lot when the game becomes repetitive.”
“It has some neat mechanics with the helpers' abilities that you can use to locate hidden items.”
“I dislike the mechanics of the map in this one, as it’s a bit harder to read and isn’t as clear as the first game.”
“My only complaint is that the game claims to have 6 hours of gameplay, but was beatable in just over 2 hours without having to use the hint option.”
“However, this mechanic can also be a bit of a pain, because you have to scan the whole screen for spots to use these powers, which can turn into a pixel hunting adventure.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is noted to be less immersive compared to others in the genre, yet it still offers an engaging fantasy world that is visually appealing. While the overall tone is darker and more intense than its predecessor, it successfully captivates players with its charm and unexpected narrative twists.
“+ engaging fantasy world and atmosphere”
“Much more entertaining than part 1, looks amazing and charming - atmosphere is darker, story is darker... and an unexpected ending!”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its entertaining voice acting, featuring a variety of accents, and the presence of amusing characters that enhance the overall comedic experience.
“The voice acting is hilarious, with so many different accents!”
“The characters are incredibly funny and add a lot to the game's charm.”
“The humor in the game is top-notch, making every moment enjoyable.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its quality, complementing the art and story without being intrusive, while also contributing to a slightly challenging experience.
“The music background enhances the overall experience beautifully.”
“Good art, music, and a story that are unoffensive, along with a little bit of actual challenge.”
“The background music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the music to be bland and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
“The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere, leading to a disjointed experience.”
