Queen's Quest 5: Symphony of Death
- July 18, 2019
- Brave Giant LTD
Get on SteamIn Queen's Quest 5: Symphony of Death, players assume the role of a skilled alchemist investigating a series of magical murders. To solve the case, they must gather ingredients, brew potions, and uncover the truth behind the mysterious symphony of death. With challenging puzzles and a captivating storyline, this hidden object game offers a delightful blend of mystery and magic.
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Reviews
- Beautiful graphics and artwork that enhance the gaming experience.
- Fun and relaxing gameplay with a variety of puzzles and hidden object scenes.
- Engaging storyline that ties in well with previous games in the series.
- Puzzles are overly easy and lack challenge, making the game feel short and simplistic.
- Encountered bugs that can disrupt gameplay, including game-breaking issues.
- Repetitive mechanics and a lack of depth in the story and gameplay elements.
- story47 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story in "Queen's Quest 5: Symphony of Death" is generally viewed as a continuation of the previous installment, featuring familiar characters and a straightforward plot that some find predictable and simplistic. While the narrative may lack depth and coherence at times, it is complemented by enjoyable mini-games and appealing graphics, making it a decent addition to the series for fans of hidden object adventures. Overall, players appreciate the fun and whimsical elements, despite some criticisms regarding the story's execution.
“Fun storyline, carrying on from the previous games.”
“Queen's Quest 5: Symphony of Death once again has everything a first-class hidden object adventure needs: detail, amorous animations, tricky mini-games, and a gripping story full of tension!”
“Great storyline that flows faultlessly.”
“The plot was contrived and I have grief with how almonds are somehow now called hazelnuts (when giving it to the baker)?”
“The storyline is a bit obvious; you'll be able to predict what's coming, and none of it makes too much sense.”
“Story and art are rather basic, so not worth full price I guess.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their beauty and artistic quality, with many reviewers highlighting the gorgeous fantasy world and solid graphic style. However, some criticism is directed at the animation, which is described as subpar compared to the overall high standard of the artwork. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's immersive experience.
“You play as a female alchemist in a gorgeous fantasy world, really beautiful artwork.”
“As usual, the graphics are the fantastic standard of the series.”
“The artwork was very pretty, but the animation was subpar.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is well-received, featuring a strong combination of mechanics, including a blood comparison system, alongside a variety of puzzles and minigames that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the depth and engagement offered by these elements, making it one of the standout aspects of the series.
“It's pretty good... I think the best combination of mechanics in my humble opinion so far in the series.”
“There are lots of puzzles and a variety of minigames and different mechanics to use.”
“And the gameplay itself leaves very little to be desired.”
“You once again start investigating mysterious disappearances of kids, using the blood comparison mechanic once again.”
- music5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, fitting seamlessly with the theme and story, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the pleasant melodies, although some mini-games require quick mouse actions related to musical notes, which may be a point of contention. Overall, the music complements the game's visuals and narrative effectively.
“Nice looking graphics, items and places, music that fits with the theme and story.”
“Pleasant music.”
“I have one exception - there are two mini-games involving musical notes that require doing things with the mouse very quickly.”
“I was happy to have the protagonist return, and the art and music are what you would expect.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely derived from amusing typos and grammatical errors, which some players found entertaining, though they felt the overall experience would have been enhanced with better editing. However, the enjoyment of these humorous elements may be diminished by the game's price point.
“The only negative I noticed was the grammar and spelling - I really think this game would have benefited from a native speaker reading through and doing some basic editing, as the number of errors was pretty hilarious.”
“There are some funny typos (not important ones) - although they'd be funnier if the base price of the game were lower.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with multiple users reporting bugs that disrupt gameplay, such as puzzles breaking and tokens disappearing without a reset option, forcing players to skip content.
“Not to mention it's buggy, with at least two puzzles breaking, such as one of the tokens vanishing during the process and no 'reset' option, making it necessary to skip.”
