The 7th Guest: Remastered

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The 7th Guest: Remastered is a single player puzzle game. It received positive reviews from players.

The famous game remastered for its Anniversary!

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 334 reviews

story4 positive mentions

stability7 negative mentions

The game successfully captures the nostalgic essence of the original 90's classic, providing a fun and challenging puzzle experience.
Many players appreciate the inclusion of bonus content and the faithful recreation of the game's atmosphere, making it a worthwhile trip down memory lane.
The remastered version offers a unique blend of nostalgia and modern accessibility, allowing fans to relive their childhood experiences on mobile devices.

Numerous players report frustrating control issues, including misaligned touch inputs and unresponsive puzzles, which detract from the overall gameplay experience.
Many users express disappointment with the game's graphics and performance, stating that it feels outdated and lacks the expected improvements of a remastered version.
Several bugs and glitches, such as crashing and progress resets, have been reported, leading to a frustrating experience for players trying to enjoy the game.

graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
74%
13%
The graphics of the remastered game have received mixed reviews, with many users noting that they have not significantly improved from the original, which dates back to the 90s. While some appreciate the nostalgic value, others criticize the visuals for being blurry, pixelated, and difficult to interact with, particularly during puzzle-solving. Overall, the graphics are seen as outdated, with a few praising the smooth controls and 3D rendering, but many feel that the remaster missed an opportunity to enhance the visual experience.
- “As for those complaining about the graphics, they add to the nostalgia of the original.”
- “Very nostalgic for me and the graphics sometimes show their age but still enjoyable.”
- “The guys have done a great job bringing this game to Android; sound and graphics are first class, and moving around the mansion is really smooth.”
- “Even though it's supposed to be a 'remastered' version, the graphics haven't improved at all, and the lighting is only slightly better than before. The controls are a bit more fluid at times, but overall, it's still a great game.”
- “This version has very poor graphics, especially during puzzle-solving, making it difficult to see some of the lettering or icons.”
- “It didn't matter if I chose the original graphic settings or the ultra graphic settings; they all looked poor and difficult to see during puzzle-solving, which isn't good considering this is the height of enjoyment.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous glitches and bugs that disrupt gameplay, particularly when interacting with certain elements. While some players express overall satisfaction with their purchase despite these issues, the prevalence of technical problems, including audio-visual mismatches, detracts from the experience.
- “If I hit the glasses and touch a lighted area, sometimes all kinds of multiple pyramids open up; it's buggy as hell.”
- “It glitches a lot.”
- “But this port is so buggy!”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
60%
The story in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it engaging and enjoyable, even if it is somewhat basic and standalone. The combination of a fun narrative and interesting puzzles contributes to a positive overall experience, appealing to both returning fans and newcomers alike.
- “The puzzles are interesting enough and so is the storyline.”
- “Great story.”
- “It's a great puzzle game with a fun storyline.”
- “The story feels entirely standalone and unrelated to the main storyline, making it feel basic and unengaging.”
- “The narrative lacks depth and fails to connect with the characters, leaving it feeling flat.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and the overall story arc is uninspired, failing to captivate the player.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The music in the game is generally well-received, evoking nostalgia and complementing the graphics and sound effects effectively. However, players have reported significant audio bugs, including instances of music cutting out and issues with cut scene synchronization, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The music, wow that takes me back.”
- “Lots of unfortunate audio bugs, like the music suddenly cutting out or the new recording not working at all.”
- “The cut scenes don't sync up well, and the music cuts out sometimes.”
- “As for everything else, I couldn't fault the 3D rendering graphics, the actors, and more importantly, the music and sound effects in this.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The optimization of the game is mixed; while some users report smooth performance after updates, others experience clunky navigation and stuttering cut scenes, indicating inconsistencies in the overall user experience.
- “It's had its updates and should run smoothly.”
- “Runs smoothly!”
- “The navigation is clunky and unclear, coupled with stuttering cutscenes.”
- “The game suffers from severe frame rate drops, making it nearly unplayable during intense moments.”
- “Loading times are excessively long, disrupting the flow of gameplay and immersion.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly noting that the puzzles can feel laborious and repetitive, especially with the click-and-drag mechanics. The voiceover also contributes to the overall sense of monotony, making the experience less engaging.
- “The voiceover is mind-numbingly tedious.”
- “With the aforementioned click-and-drag, this puzzle is tedious.”
- “It was tedious on a PC back then, but at least the puzzles were playable.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is praised for its brilliance and faithful recreation of the original experience, featuring challenging puzzles and an engaging story. While some users note that the gameplay speed can be painfully slow, many appreciate the improved performance on modern devices compared to the original release. Overall, both returning players and newcomers are encouraged to enjoy the game.
- “I loved this game when it was out 20 years ago and absolutely love it now, the gameplay is brilliant and it runs better on my phone than it ever did on Windows 95. The puzzles are properly challenging and the story is great. If you played the original game, you will love this, and if you're new to it, download it and give it a go, you won't be disappointed! :-) Amazing game.”
- “Fantastic gameplay, exactly as the original!!!”
- “Firstly, its size and gameplay speed are huge and painfully slow.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's replayability is hindered by tedious mechanics, particularly on PC, though the puzzles remain engaging enough to encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The game lacks variety, making it feel repetitive after just a few playthroughs.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to return.”
- “The limited choices and outcomes mean that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an adventure.”