The Council

The Council - Episode 2: Hide and Seek Game Cover

About

The second episode of The Council, a narrative adventure game that redefines the genre with RPG mechanics and consequences for every choice, is available to play today for Season Pass and Complete Season owners. The first episode has already seduced players and journalists alike with a deep and captivating story celebrated for its intricate characters and smart writing. The innovative narrative-dr…

Play Modes

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

The Council - Episode 2: Hide and Seek screenshot

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

story4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The narrative is well-paced and continues to build momentum.
The game features challenging but fair puzzles that engage the player.
Visuals are gorgeous, enhancing the overall experience.

The episode feels noticeably shorter than the first, leaving players wanting more.
Puzzles can be obtuse and lack clarity, detracting from the gameplay experience.
There are technical issues, including awkward lip-syncing and visual bugs.

story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The story is consistently praised for its engaging narrative and strong character development, with many reviewers highlighting its interesting ideas and beautiful visuals. While the puzzles are noted to be a bit lacking, they do not detract significantly from the overall storytelling experience, which remains a standout feature of the game.
- “Louis has free rein to explore every nook and cranny of the manor, and the beautiful visuals combined with an explosive story has certainly set up what looks to be a terrific third episode.”
- “Awesome confrontation, fantastic story, top-notch character development.”
- “The story is as interesting as ever, with really interesting ideas and some impressively varied locations too.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
Overall, the graphics are praised for their beauty and immersive quality, enhancing the narrative and exploration experience. However, some users have noted issues with visual bugs that detract from the overall presentation.
- “The visuals are still gorgeous, enhancing the well-paced narrative and challenging but fair puzzles.”
- “Louis has free rein to explore every nook and cranny of the manor, and the beautiful visuals combined with an explosive story have certainly set up what looks to be a terrific third episode.”
- “The puzzles aren't clear, and there are too many visual bugs that detract from the experience.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “There are frequent visual glitches that make it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The stability of the second chapter has been criticized for being disappointing and buggy, detracting from the enjoyable elements of the first episode.
- “A disappointing and buggy second chapter that sidelines much of what made the first episode enjoyable.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I encountered numerous glitches that disrupted my experience and ruined the immersion.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and boring, particularly noting that it feels significantly shorter and less engaging compared to earlier chapters.
- “...they're just too tedious and boring, noticeably much shorter than chapter 1.”
- “The grinding feels endless and lacks any real reward, making it a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
- “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which quickly became frustrating and unengaging.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers praise the character development as top-notch, highlighting it as a key element of the fantastic story and noting the impactful confrontations that enhance the overall experience.
- “The character development is top-notch, making every confrontation feel meaningful and impactful.”
- “The story is fantastic, and the way characters evolve throughout the game is truly awesome.”
- “I was impressed by the depth of character development, which added layers to the overall narrative.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game features no microtransactions, providing a straightforward experience without additional costs.
- “The game has no microtransactions, which is a refreshing change in today's gaming landscape.”
- “I appreciate that there are no paywalls or hidden costs; everything is accessible through gameplay.”
- “The absence of monetization tactics allows for a more immersive and enjoyable experience.”