Stranded In Time

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Stranded In Time is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by Hidden Hallow Studio and was released on July 17, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

"Stranded In Time" is a first-person puzzle-adventure game where players are transported through various historical eras. Explore stunning environments, gather clues, and solve intricate puzzles to repair the time machine and return to the present. With a strong emphasis on narrative, players uncover a mysterious plot while navigating different time periods.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 126 reviews

story20 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

The game features a simple yet engaging story that leads players through the puzzles.
There is a helpful skip button for puzzles, making it accessible for players who may get stuck.
For its low price, the game offers a fun and casual point-and-click experience with decent puzzles.

The game is very short, often completing in under two hours, which may leave players wanting more.
There is excessive backtracking and pixel hunting, which can make the gameplay feel tedious.
The dialogue and writing quality are poor, with awkward phrasing and grammatical errors.

story
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally described as simple yet engaging, revolving around a niece assisting her quirky uncle on an excavation adventure. While the narrative is short and lacks depth, it is considered entertaining and nostalgic for many players, with some noting its charm and humor despite awkward dialogue and familiar references. Overall, the story serves as a light-hearted backdrop to the puzzles and gameplay, making it a pleasant experience for casual gamers.
- “The story is simple but interesting too and takes a bit over an hour to finish if you're not too slow.”
- “I played this game when I was a child and bought it to remember the memories, but after playing it I am satisfied with the purchase because the story was really interesting and beautiful.”
- “Stranded in Time is a great little story of helping your nutty professor uncle out, literally.”
- “There are no voice overs or fancy effects - just a short story about a niece who is devoted to her quirky adventuring uncle and accompanies him to an excavation.”
- “The story is pretty short as well, don't forget that!”
- “The dialogue is awkward, and the storyline seems like a large percentage of it is ripped off from The Dig, Futurama, and various other popular references.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The graphics of the game are generally described as cute and appealing, featuring a simple yet refreshing art style. However, some players find the character designs jarring due to exaggerated proportions, particularly the main character's oversized head, and note a lack of facial expression in the characters. While the overall presentation is decent, there are suggestions that the graphics could have been improved for a more polished experience.
- “The graphics are cute as well.”
- “Simple but appealing artwork, cute characters and a surprising, bittersweet ending that hints at a sequel (which I would be interested in playing if it ever gets made).”
- “Nice presentation and art style.”
- “This game looks like they hired an underpaid graphic designer to draw the environment and a couple of characters with few facial expressions.”
- “The art style is refreshing, though a variation in styles towards the end created a somewhat uncanny valley effect.”
- “Graphics could have been a bit better.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features creative ideas and simple point-and-click mechanics, making it accessible and relaxing for players. However, it suffers from tedious backtracking and a short overall experience, with some puzzles being overly simplistic. While the minigames are enjoyable, the need to frequently manage the backpack can disrupt the flow.
- “Even the gameplay wants to make sure that the player can just relax.”
- “The point 'n' click mechanics are kept as simple as possible, and the few puzzles are only intimidating if one has never seen them before.”
- “The plot is decent, the gameplay is interesting, and the minigames are fun.”
- “There's some nice ideas, it has some creativity and love put into it, but the main gameplay is far too tedious due to the constant backtracking, making you feel like you're in a never-ending ping pong match.”
- “The gameplay is too short; I finished it in less than 2 hours.”
- “The point-and-click mechanics are kept as simple as possible, and the few puzzles are only intimidating if one has never seen them before.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious, often feeling like it unnecessarily prolongs the experience through constant backtracking. While there are creative elements present, the repetitive nature of the gameplay detracts from overall enjoyment, making it feel more like a chore than a challenge.
- “Very tedious and drags out the game way more than needed.”
- “There's some nice ideas, it has some creativity and love put into it, but the main gameplay is far too tedious due to the constant backtracking, making you feel like you're in a never-ending ping pong match.”
- “Never hard, just tedious.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its engaging and amusing storyline, complemented by entertaining gameplay that keeps players laughing throughout their experience.
- “The humor in the game is top-notch, with hilarious storylines and gameplay that keep you laughing.”
- “I love how the game combines funny stories with engaging gameplay, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “The witty dialogue and comedic situations throughout the game had me in stitches!”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that allows players to feel at ease.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users indicate that the game lacks replayability, particularly criticizing its short length, which diminishes the effectiveness of features like Steam trading cards.
- “Steam trading cards don't work well for a short game with no replay value.”