Staden under Gamlestaden

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Staden under Gamlestaden is a single player action game. It was developed by Projektet Staden Nya Lödöse and was released on June 19, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Experience the town of Nya Lödöse in the early 16th century! Meet the merchant, the gravedigger, the herbalist and the other town residents and help them in three quests! The game is based on knowledge that has been developed through archaeological investigations in Gamlestaden, Gothenburg.

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Free to Play

Play Modes

Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

stability2 negative mentions

The game offers a unique exploration of Gothenburg, bringing history to life through augmented reality and interactive puzzles.
It's a great educational tool for those interested in Swedish history, providing detailed information about the Gamlestaden district.
The game is free to play, demonstrating the developers' commitment to sharing knowledge without financial barriers.

The game lacks an English translation, making it inaccessible to non-Swedish speakers and limiting its audience.
Graphics are dated and mediocre, which may deter players looking for a more polished experience.
The gameplay can be buggy and simplistic, with quests that feel too easy and not engaging enough to encourage replay.

story
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The game's story is centered around the historical context of "new lödöse," offering players insights through Swedish texts and quests, though the simplicity and ease of the missions may detract from replay value. While some players appreciate the engaging narrative and unique perspectives, the language barrier limits accessibility for non-Swedish speakers, impacting the overall experience. Overall, the story is seen as a mix of educational content and enjoyable elements, but it may not appeal to everyone.
- “The story is invigorating and refreshing and really hits some never-before-seen perspectives.”
- “This has a few missions for you to undertake to get a better understanding of this time back in Sweden.”
- “I love this title and can say this is an absolute thumbs up from me, whether it be the soundtrack, the visuals, or the story.”
- “Simple story-based game which teaches you about 'new Lödöse', not much besides Swedish texts about the city and the findings.”
- “The game itself is only available in Swedish, meaning that the quests and background facts presented are impenetrable to non-Swedish speakers.”
- “The quests were too easy and boring; my favorite part was the animals like the cats, the dog, and the horses, but none of that is enough to make me want to replay the game.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are generally considered mediocre and dated, which may deter some players despite the game's lack of upfront cost. However, there are also positive remarks about the visuals, with some players appreciating the overall aesthetic alongside other elements like the soundtrack and story.
- “I love this title and can say this is an absolute thumbs up from me, whether it be the soundtrack, the visuals, or the story.”
- “Graphics-wise, this has some fairly mediocre and dated-looking graphics that will understandably be a turn-off for a lot of gamers, and it's a big contributor to the failure of the game to attract players despite having no up-front cost.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has been criticized due to bugs in the adventure mode, which led some players to abandon the experience early. While the concept is appreciated, the overall optimization and stability issues detract from the gameplay.
- “The adventure mode was buggy, which forced me to leave the game early.”
- “Cool concept, though poorly optimized and a bit buggy.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the soundtrack and consider it a highlight, others lament the absence of background music in the English version. Overall, the soundtrack is praised for enhancing the game's experience.
- “I love this title and can say this is an absolute thumbs up from me, whether it be the soundtrack, the visuals, or the story.”
- “Kinda sad that this game has no English language version, no background music, and less view of landscape.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features an intriguing concept but suffers from poor optimization and noticeable bugs, impacting the overall experience.
- “Cool concept, though poorly optimized and a bit buggy.”