Talesworth Adventure: The Lost Artifacts
- November 21, 2022
- Talesworth Game Studio
Get on SteamQuesty the Adventurer, a talented fantasy barbarian, has blown through the last of his loot and needs to get his cash flow moving again. Now Boneyard the Necromancer threatens the land from his lair beyond the mountains, guarded by a magical statue requiring three scattered artifacts to be reunited in order to pass through, save the kingdom -- and get paid again. Is the player up to managing this …
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Reviews
- The game features elegant puzzles with multiple solutions, providing a satisfying challenge that balances thought and planning.
- The unique art style and engaging mechanics, reminiscent of classic games like Lemmings, enhance the overall experience.
- It's a well-rounded game that offers a good amount of playtime without overstaying its welcome, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.
- The main character, Questy, can be frustratingly inept, requiring constant guidance to navigate through levels.
- Some players may find the game too short, with completion taking around 5 hours, which might not satisfy those looking for a longer experience.
- The game could benefit from the inclusion of the first part of the series to provide more context and continuity for players.
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are highlighted for their unique and eye-popping art style, which enhances the overall experience. The visual presentation complements the solid puzzle design, utilizing a graphical programming logic that adds depth to the gameplay.
“The puzzles were just as solid, and the unique, eye-popping art style looked stunning.”
“You use a kind of graphical programming logic to guide an adventurer through each level.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its diverse arsenal of tools and obstacles that evolve over time, allowing for creative problem-solving and multiple applications of mechanics. This variety enhances player engagement and showcases strong design principles.
“The arsenal of tools and obstacles, which gets periodically expanded, includes weapons to kill enemies of matching colors, loot bags to harness quest's greed, levers and doors, meat to lure bad guys, arrow traps, etc. Almost every mechanic has at least one alternative application, which is a sure sign of good design.”
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of challenge and reward that keeps you coming back for more.”
“Each level introduces new mechanics that seamlessly integrate with the existing ones, making for a dynamic and evolving gameplay experience.”
