The Big Secret of a Small Town

56%
Game Brain Score Based on 54 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • music
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In "The Big Secret of a Small Town," the head of a unique, energy-producing industrial complex is kidnapped, and it's up to you to solve puzzles and uncover the small town's shocking secret, all while experiencing a hand-drawn setting and a story told by the villain. No information available for the game with Steam ID 409090, as the provided description is for the game "Unusual Findings."

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  • Windows
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56%
Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews
story13 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful artwork and a unique steampunk-like setting that enhances the overall experience.
  • Puzzles are varied and challenging, providing a good level of difficulty that can engage players who enjoy brain teasers.
  • The game has a decent length, offering several hours of gameplay with a mix of puzzles and hidden object elements.
  • Many puzzles require tedious pixel hunting, making it frustrating to find necessary items, especially in dark areas.
  • The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs that can hinder progress and a lack of adjustable resolution options.
  • The story is thin and often forgettable, with some puzzles feeling random or poorly designed, leading to player frustration.
  • story40 mentions

    The game's story is generally perceived as thin and unengaging, with many players noting a lack of coherence and memorable elements. While some appreciate the beautiful artwork and potential for interesting lore, the narrative often feels overshadowed by tedious gameplay and pixel-hunting mechanics. Overall, the story fails to captivate, leaving players indifferent or frustrated with its execution.

    • “The big secret of a small town offers you an interesting storyline with some puzzles, hidden objects, and surprising twists.”
    • “This game takes you on a straight story, with tough lock puzzles to solve and items to find to make the locks work in the first place, and cutscenes and bonus art that explains some of the backstory, which is sometimes surprising and very nice.”
    • “Even though the gameplay contains little to nothing concerning a story, the story that we have as a baseline for events is basic, yet elegant, and the setting itself is quite marvelous.”
    • “The story is boring and most of the time you will be pixel hunting in dark rooms.”
    • “The graphics are okay, the script is cute, and the voice acting surprisingly good, but the story is thin and incoherent.”
    • “Story: there isn't much story and what there is I had forgotten by the end.”
  • gameplay7 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it boring and lacking in story, while others appreciate its blend of hidden object and adventure elements. It is characterized as a simple point-and-click experience that emphasizes brain teasers and puzzles, though some users criticize the difficulty in locating small objects. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a successful hybrid, but not without its flaws.

    • “About the gameplay... it is a successful hybrid of a hog and a decent enough adventure game.”
    • “Gameplay: simple point and click game focused on the brain teaser and puzzle elements.”
    • “As much as I like point-and-click quests, this is rubbish -- boring gameplay, no story, hard to find pixel-sized objects, etc. Pass, deleting.”
    • “Even though the gameplay contains little to nothing concerning a story, the story that we have as a baseline for events is basic, yet elegant, and the setting itself is quite marvelous.”
    • “Gameplay: simple point-and-click game focused on the brain teaser and puzzle elements.”
  • music5 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised, featuring beautifully orchestrated original scores that enhance the overall experience. Many players find the soundtrack relaxing and enjoyable, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere, despite some criticisms of the gameplay itself.

    • “The music is also worthy of mentioning, being the selection of beautifully orchestrated original scores.”
    • “+ Good soundtrack”
    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
    • “The music is also worthy of mentioning, as it features a selection of beautifully orchestrated original scores.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the artwork and visual quality while others note a decline in visual fidelity as the game progresses. Although the visuals are described as pretty and complemented by good voice acting, they are ultimately seen as insufficient to compensate for the game's lackluster story and gameplay. Overall, the graphics are considered decent but not a standout feature.

    • “What I saw of the game is pretty and seems to have interesting lore.”
    • “The graphics are okay, the script is cute, and the voice acting is surprisingly good.”
    • “Great artwork and serviceable story.”
    • “Decreasing visual quality as you progress.”
    • “The graphics are okay, but the story is thin and incoherent.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game is criticized for its instability, with users reporting frequent bugs and freezing issues that disrupt gameplay, often requiring them to alt + tab to regain control. Overall, it is deemed unworthy of players' time due to these persistent problems.

    • “A very boring and buggy game that is not worth your time.”
    • “Buggy... sometimes the game runs, but everything is frozen and you have to alt + tab to the desktop and back to 'resume'.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Users find some puzzles in the game to be annoyingly tedious, but overall, it is considered a decent puzzle game that may appeal to those tired of repetitive challenges in other hidden object games.

    • “A couple of puzzles were annoyingly tedious.”
    • “This is a more than decent little puzzle game you may appreciate if you are bored of tedious puzzles in most HOGs.”
  • humor1 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the game lacks humor, with one user specifically noting that the environments feel like a disorganized collection of random ideas, contributing to an overall absence of comedic elements.

  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive sound design and engaging interactions, which enhance the sense of place and progression. The exceptional narrator voice-over further enriches the experience, making each location feel distinct and meaningful.

    • “The sound design is awesome, giving each location its own atmosphere, and it is backed up with an impeccable narrator voice-over.”
    • “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the world.”
    • “Every environment is rich with detail, creating a unique ambiance that enhances the overall experience.”
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