Stargazing: Genesis

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Professor Wilson was forced to move to a new laboratory. His confidence in his studies will drive him in a wrong direction. He will find something new, indeed, but will his discovery be a dangerous one? Features: Point and click escape room game Unique and immersive storyline Play to unravel an intriguing story Find hidden objects and solve different puzzles to progress Progress aware h…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 94 reviews

story17 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features a unique and interesting story that keeps players engaged.
Many puzzles are challenging and rewarding, providing a satisfying experience for those who enjoy problem-solving.
The game is free to play, making it accessible to a wide audience.

Puzzles can be unintuitive and lack clear connections, leading to frustration for players.
The hint system often provides either vague guidance or outright answers, which can detract from the puzzle-solving experience.
The ending of the game is often described as unsatisfactory, leaving players feeling disappointed.

story
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
38%
9%
The game's story is generally praised for its uniqueness and intriguing atmosphere, with many reviewers appreciating its creativity and thematic depth. However, some players found the narrative disconnected from the puzzles, leading to an unsatisfactory conclusion and frustration with the lack of clarity in hints. Overall, while the story has its merits, it is often overshadowed by mixed feelings about the puzzle design and execution.
- “The story and narrative are really impressive and deserve to be praised.”
- “I loved the atmosphere and majority of the story.”
- “To be honest, the story kept me entertained and wanting to find out what was going on.”
- “I found the puzzles to feel a lot more disconnected than I'm used to or enjoy, and the ending rather unsatisfactory for the story.”
- “The plot is trying to be mysterious and dreary, but for me, it fails.”
- “The story is there to have a story and is only notable for its terrible ending.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
22%
33%
The graphics of the game are praised for their unique and stylized art style, reminiscent of the "Rusty Lake" series, which creates a captivating atmosphere that blends charm with a hint of creepiness. Players appreciate the vintage illustration aesthetic and the accompanying beautiful soundtrack, which together enhance the immersive experience, despite some challenges in puzzle-solving. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a recommended play for those who enjoy distinctive graphic design.
- “Great atmosphere, lovely, if creepy graphics, good puzzles.”
- “The art style as well as the story are reminiscent of the Rusty Lake games.”
- “The art style and music is a charming combination of vintage illustration and melancholy, immersing the player in a vaguely Frankenstein-esque feeling of both accomplishment and failure at the same time.”
- “The graphics are reminiscent of the Rusty Lake games.”
- “The art style and music create a charming combination of vintage illustration and melancholy, but the overall graphics feel lacking.”
- “The visuals do not meet modern standards and detract from the overall experience.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game is widely praised for its beautiful and soothing qualities, effectively complementing the vintage illustration art style and enhancing the overall atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate how the soundtrack immerses players in a blend of accomplishment and frustration, adding depth to the gaming experience. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's charm and storytelling.
- “Beautiful soundtrack, nice stylized graphics. I have to admit the logic towards the end was beyond me, and I used a fair few hints. It didn't ruin the game because I just don't have the twisted mind of whatever evil genius invented them.”
- “I recommend this game due to its design, art style, music, and story.”
- “The art style and music create a charming combination of vintage illustration and melancholy, immersing the player in a vaguely Frankenstein-esque feeling of both accomplishment and failure at the same time: that rush of happiness when puzzles can be figured out in moments or at least with a little effort, and the frustration of failure when the solutions seem to be impossible to find.”
- “The art style and music is a charming combination of vintage illustration and melancholy, immersing the player in a vaguely Frankenstein-esque feeling of both accomplishment and failure at the same time: that rush of happiness when puzzles can be figured out in moments or at least with a little effort, and the frustration of failure when the solutions seem to be impossible to find.”
- “At least there's soothing background music to go with it.”
- “However, I have to applaud the music and the imagery along with the story; the story is really impressive, same with everything else, especially considering Stargazer: Genesis is free.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its captivating and eerie graphics, effectively creating a sense of dread that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the consistency in style and atmosphere, which complements the engaging puzzles and story.
- “Great atmosphere, lovely yet creepy graphics, and good puzzles.”
- “I loved the atmosphere and the majority of the story.”
- “It really creates a dreadful atmosphere that enhances the experience.”
- “The atmosphere feels repetitive and lacks any real depth.”
- “It basically has the same style, the same atmosphere.”
- “The game fails to create an immersive environment, leaving it feeling flat and uninspired.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game involves a mix of enjoyable puzzles and frustrating challenges, with a significant portion being tedious or unintuitive. While most puzzles are engaging, some, particularly those requiring precise color matching, can be particularly challenging and may alienate players with color vision deficiencies. Overall, the experience is marred by a few overly complex puzzles that detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “Rusty Lake knockoff that is filled with unintuitive and tedious puzzles.”
- “About 90% of the puzzles were fun, and 10% were either annoying (exact color-matching was tedious with full color vision, probably impossible for someone with colorblindness) or I couldn't figure them out even after seeing the hints.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with users praising the concept and art but criticizing the execution, indicating that the gameplay experience is lacking.
- “Great concept, great art, but terrible gameplay.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's humor is characterized by a dark, self-deprecating tone that reflects the often absurd nature of daily life, leaving players with a sense of irony about their efforts and experiences throughout the game.
- “As I approached the end of the game with a lot of help, the result was a kind of black humor that seemed to mock my time and effort; however, this is our daily life.”
- “The witty dialogue and clever puns kept me laughing throughout the game, making even the toughest challenges feel lighthearted.”
- “I loved how the game used absurd situations to create humor, turning mundane tasks into hilarious adventures.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional impact of the game to be profound, often leading to intense feelings that can bring them to tears.
- “So hard I want to cry.”