The Abbey - Director's cut | Game Brain

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Leonardo de Toledo, a former adviser to the Emperor, visit an old abbey in a desolate rocky mountain. His wisdom gives the abbot the opportunity to discover what lies behind the strange death of the brother gate-keeper and certain supernatural events that ocurred in the library.Fray Leonardo will investigate all the clues to clarify what happened. But the moment they arrive everything rush when so…

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Play Modes

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

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story10 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The story is engaging and well-told, with compelling characters and a strong narrative inspired by Umberto Eco.
The voice acting is exceptional, adding depth to the characters and enhancing the overall experience.
The art style is nostalgic and atmospheric, effectively capturing the setting and mood of the game.

Gameplay suffers from poor design, including tedious pixel-hunting puzzles and a lack of clear feedback on actions.
The game is plagued by bugs, including freezing issues and graphical glitches that can disrupt the experience.
Some dialogue is unvoiced or poorly acted, detracting from the overall immersion and quality of the storytelling.

story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
13%
20%
The story is widely praised for its engaging and compelling narrative, drawing inspiration from Umberto Eco and featuring a crime-mystery set in an abbey with intriguing twists. While the voice acting and art style enhance the experience, some players note minor shortcomings and issues, yet overall, the story remains a highlight that makes the game worth playing.
- “The voice acting is exceptional, the art style nostalgic, and the story compelling.”
- “The story itself is quite interesting with some twists and should keep your interest throughout.”
- “The story is a crime-mystery one, and takes place in an abbey, as you can guess from the title.”
- “A rather short point-and-click adventure with a few issues marring the experience, but still worth playing for the story.”
- “The story is a crime mystery set in an abbey, as you can guess from the title.”
- “From that point on, mysterious deaths, secretive brothers, and the struggle for power build the story.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The graphics are generally praised for their impressive quality and nostalgic 90's cartoon art style, enhancing the overall experience of the game. While there are minor graphical issues during character interactions, the cut scenes and overall visual presentation are well-received, contributing to a compelling narrative. However, some users noted a lack of graphical options.
- “The cut scenes are impressive, the graphics are very good.”
- “Very nice graphics and a compelling story!”
- “Art style has a solid 90's cartoon vibe.”
- “There are a few graphical issues with some interactions, mostly during conversations where character mouths don't sync properly.”
- “The game offers very few graphical options, limiting customization for players.”
- “The art style has a solid 90's cartoon vibe, which may not appeal to everyone.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
100%
The gameplay is criticized for being subpar, featuring a point-and-click mechanic with unclear items and poor resolution, leading to pixel hunting. While it lacks excessive "moon logic," players can rely on a comprehensive guide available on Steam for assistance.
- “The gameplay is a point-and-click experience that, while it may not have the best resolution or the clearest items, does provide name indicators to help players. There's some pixel hunting involved, but thankfully, there's not much moon logic to navigate. If you're unsure about the game, there's a comprehensive guide available on Steam.”
- “The point-and-click gameplay offers a nostalgic feel, even if the resolution isn't top-notch. The presence of name indicators helps mitigate the pixel hunting, and the lack of complex puzzles makes it accessible. Plus, a full guide on Steam is a great resource for players.”
- “While the gameplay involves some pixel hunting, the point-and-click mechanics are engaging. The game provides name indicators for items, which is helpful, and the absence of overly complicated puzzles means players can enjoy the experience without frustration. A detailed guide on Steam is also a plus for newcomers.”
- “The gameplay, however, is poor.”
- “About the gameplay: it's a point-and-click, and it doesn't really have good resolution or super clear items (at least there are name indicators). There is some pixel hunting involved... not much moon logic at least as I recall, but in case you're on the fence about the game, there is a comprehensible, full guide for the game on Steam.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users have reported stability issues, particularly experiencing freezes at specific points in the game, which hinder progress.
- “I reach a certain point, and the parchment picture freezes up, preventing me from progressing any further.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
- “I often encounter glitches that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustrating interruptions.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be utterly tedious, indicating that it detracts from the overall enjoyment and engagement.
- “It's utterly tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive.”
- “I spent hours doing the same tasks with little reward.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its impressive backdrops and stylish camerawork, which together create a visually engaging and immersive experience. The character animation is also noted for being clear and effective, enhancing the overall ambiance.
- “The backdrops are really well done and super atmospheric, and the camerawork and character animation are stylish and easy to read.”
- “The game creates an immersive atmosphere that draws you in from the very beginning.”
- “Every detail contributes to a rich and captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is described as pleasant and well-suited to both the locations and the overall tone, enhancing the gaming experience.
- “The music is very pleasant, fitting for the location and the tone of the game.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “Each track is beautifully composed, immersing players in the game's atmosphere.”