The Cursed Amulet
- June 14, 2023
- CrystalCreativeGames
Get on SteamEnter a mysterious cave and put your puzzle-solving skills to the test. Explore the depths of the cave, search for clues, and solve challenging puzzles that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a nice, relaxing experience with simple puzzles that can be completed in about 30-60 minutes.
- It's free to play, making it an accessible option for puzzle enthusiasts.
- The atmosphere and music are enjoyable, contributing to a cozy gaming experience.
- Many puzzles lack depth and are overly simplistic, often just requiring color or symbol matching.
- The graphics are dated and the game feels poorly designed, reminiscent of older titles.
- There is a lack of clear instructions or tutorials, leading to confusion and frustration during gameplay.
- music9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its atmospheric quality and ability to enhance the overall mood, contributing to a suspenseful experience. However, some players noted that the limited variety of tracks, with only two main songs looping throughout, can become repetitive and detract from the enjoyment. Overall, while the music is a highlight, a greater diversity in tracks would have improved the experience.
“The environment and music are beautiful, and the overall mood is suspenseful without being stressful.”
“Pretty good puzzles and nice music; I enjoyed it a lot for such a short experience.”
“Overall, a pretty solid puzzle game. The music is enjoyable.”
“Audio: the game sounds fine, some light background music and generic sounds.”
“What would have made it better is if there were different songs for each puzzle, but there are only really 2 main songs you hear play, and loop, until you guess the right combination.”
“It got to the point where I had to mute the music because of how often it looped.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing them as dated, flat, and poorly textured, likening the design to that of a child's creation. While some appreciate the vibrant art style and smooth controls, the overall consensus is that the visuals do not meet modern standards and detract from the gaming experience.
“Graphics: the game tries to look good, with popping colors and its design; however, the textures are poor and the game looks cheap.”
“I liked the art style and the look of the game for the most part.”
“Obviously this is a puzzle game, so graphics, whether they are 'state of the art' or 8-bit, don't matter.”
“Looks like it was designed by a 5-year-old. The puzzles were ridiculously easy, the graphics were 2D and flat, and I was clipping into stuff as I was walking through this childish excuse of a game. Not to mention there is no plot; you just fall from a bridge and clip into a cave, because there is nothing behind you once you enter the cave.”
“Dated graphics.”
“Not the best graphics.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Gameplay is hindered by poorly explained mechanics, particularly the e-interact and shift-sprint functions, which may confuse players unfamiliar with first-person shooters. While some find the puzzles manageable and the overall experience enjoyable, the absence of a tutorial leaves many players struggling to grasp essential gameplay elements.
“A fun 50 minutes of gameplay, maybe more if puzzles are not your forte.”
“I don't think the puzzles or mechanics are that confusing as other reviews might say.”
“The main mechanics (e-interact, shift-sprint) are not well explained to players; some people who don't usually play FPS may find it hard to discover the sprint mechanic, which makes platforming a piece of cake.”
“The main mechanics (E-interact, Shift-sprint) are not well explained to players; some people who don't usually play FPS may find it hard to discover the sprint mechanic, which makes platforming a piece of cake.”
“It turns out there was a random gem in the ground, highlighting the lack of a basic tutorial to explain gameplay mechanics like item interaction.”
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is widely criticized for its lack of depth and coherence, with many reviewers noting that it feels underdeveloped and simplistic. While there are attempts at a narrative, they are overshadowed by easy puzzles and poor execution, leading to an overall unsatisfying experience.
“I wish there was a little more story and maybe a few small hints here and there, but it's still a good game.”
“Puzzles weren't hard, there was an attempt at a story or theme, but it really lacked there.”
“Pair this with janky cut-scene animations and an nonexistent story and you get a kind of meh experience.”
“Looks like it was designed by a 5-year-old, the puzzles were ridiculously easy, the graphics were 2D and flat, and I was clipping into stuff as I was walking through this childish excuse of a game, not to mention there is no plot; you just fall from a bridge and clip to a cave, because there is nothing behind you once you enter the cave.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized as calm and cozy, enhanced by atmospheric music, creating an inviting experience that players hope will continue in a potential sequel.
“The atmosphere is calm and cozy.”
“The atmospheric music enhances the experience.”
“This is a nice little atmospheric game; let's hope there will be a sequel someday.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game appears to be polarizing, with one user expressing that their experience was so negative it led to a nightmarish dream involving humiliation and laughter from deceased relatives, ultimately prompting them to rate the game a 0/10. This suggests that while some may find humor in the game, others may perceive it as deeply off-putting.
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express that the lack of a field of view (FOV) option negatively impacts their emotional experience, with some feeling nauseous when playing at a low FOV. This suggests that the game's design choices can significantly affect players' comfort and overall emotional engagement.
