The House of Da Vinci

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

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 6,760 reviews

graphics968 positive mentions

stability32 negative mentions

Beautiful graphics and immersive gameplay.
Challenging puzzles that require critical thinking.
Engaging storyline that ties well with the puzzles.

Controls can be frustrating and unresponsive at times.
Some puzzles lack clear logic, leading to confusion.
Game can be too dark, making it hard to see important details.

graphics
1,114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
87%
13%
The graphics in the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising their stunning detail and immersive quality. However, some players noted that certain scenes are too dark, making it difficult to see important elements, which detracted from the overall experience. Overall, the visuals are considered a highlight of the game, contributing significantly to its appeal and enjoyment.
- “The graphics are stunning, gameplay is gripping and exciting.”
- “The graphics are absolutely beautiful and incredibly intricate.”
- “The graphics are phenomenal.”
- “The graphics are too dark, impossible to see certain things which are required to progress, absolute waste of money.”
- “I would have given 5 stars but took one off due to the game's graphics being often dark and dismal, making it difficult to see more of the environment.”
- “Graphics are low poly, but compensate with skillful use of color and light, the end result being a beautiful game world that also runs much smoother than the room 3.”
story
503 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
31%
2%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it intriguing and well-integrated with the puzzles, while others felt it was either too simplistic or lacking depth. Some praised the historical elements and the connection to Leonardo da Vinci, noting that the narrative enhances the gameplay experience, while others criticized the abrupt endings and a lack of character development. Overall, the graphics and puzzles are frequently highlighted as strong points, but the story's execution varies, leaving some players wanting more depth and coherence.
- “The story is wonderfully creative and kept me playing the game.”
- “Beautiful graphics, engaging storyline, and a compelling story.”
- “The storyline is well thought out, combining historical facts with fiction in a seamless story.”
- “The story itself didn't really pull me in.”
- “The flow of the story is hindered significantly by the dense amount of puzzles in each area.”
- “The storyline is minimal; your actions are driven by the discovery of new rooms and devices to explore.”
gameplay
306 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
42%
5%
The gameplay of this first-person mechanical puzzle game has drawn mixed reviews, with many praising its stunning graphics and intriguing puzzles, while others criticize the clunky mechanics and frustrating controls. Players often find the puzzles challenging yet solvable, but some mechanics can feel overly precise or unintuitive, leading to moments of frustration. Overall, while the game offers a captivating experience reminiscent of "The Room" series, it struggles with execution in certain areas, impacting the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “The graphics are stunning, gameplay is gripping and exciting.”
- “Great graphics, intricate gameplay, and puzzles that are complex enough to be interesting, but not so difficult that they become frustrating.”
- “Fantastic gameplay, beautiful graphics, some puzzles are quite challenging but lots of useful free hints throughout.”
- “But the gameplay is really awkward as the puzzles are all natural extensions of the world, so you don't really 'lock in' on the puzzle.”
- “The gameplay is a bit confusing.”
- “The actual mechanics of the game are terrible.”
music
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
23%
4%
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and atmospheric quality, enhancing the overall experience with a mix of relaxing and haunting tones. Many players appreciate the soundtrack's ability to complement the graphics and puzzles, creating an immersive environment. However, a few critiques mention that the music may not always align perfectly with the game's atmosphere, suggesting a desire for a more fitting soundscape in certain moments.
- “The atmosphere, music, and mechanics are fantastic and I would highly recommend this game to anyone who likes this genre!”
- “Beautiful, excellent puzzles, and the music reminds me strongly of the music in The Talos Principle!”
- “Great game, beautiful music, and fun puzzles.”
- “Haunting music.”
- “Love it but the music is stupid and does not match such atmosphere; should have used dark music instead of relaxing music.”
- “The background music and theme are not at all intrusive but help build suspense.”
atmosphere
59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
81%
14%
5%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and beautifully crafted environments, complemented by compelling music and intriguing puzzles. While many reviewers highlight the game's ability to create a sense of mystery and engagement, some note that certain puzzles can be overly obscure or frustrating, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the game is considered atmospheric and enchanting, making it a strong choice for fans of the genre.
- “Brilliant puzzles and a real atmosphere of intrigue and deception created by the developers and creative team.”
- “The atmosphere, music, and mechanics are fantastic and I would highly recommend this game to anyone who likes this genre!”
- “A beautifully constructed game... full of atmosphere and brain training puzzles.”
- “I know the atmosphere of the game dictates the dark environment, but a little bit of tweaking would definitely help.”
- “They don't quite nail the atmosphere or the very tactile, mechanical feel in the way that the room does and introduce a couple of very cliché mechanics like a sliding tile puzzle.”
- “Very good game but lacks the atmosphere of the room.”
stability
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
8%
84%
The game's stability is frequently criticized due to buggy controls and numerous glitches that hinder gameplay, particularly during puzzle interactions and specific chapters. While some players report no issues, many express frustration over freezing and unresponsive elements, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these problems, a few users still find the game enjoyable, suggesting that stability issues may vary across devices.
- “No glitches.”
- “Hope the next one will be a bit more challenging and bug-free.”
- “Some places are very touchy, no glitches, totally addictive!”
- “I really, really have no time or patience to restart a game and begin from the beginning because of some glitches.”
- “Clunky controls, and buggy interactions with the puzzles ruin any depth the game might have.”
- “The bottom line is that buggy controls ruin a game that I really wanted to be good.”
grinding
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a significant drawback, with many puzzles described as tedious, repetitive, and lacking cleverness. Frustrations with controls and viewing angles further exacerbate the experience, leading to a sense of boredom and dissatisfaction despite some enjoyable elements in the game. While there are moments of originality, the overwhelming sentiment is that the tedious nature of puzzles and controls detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “Some puzzles have some originality, but many puzzles are just plain tedious and simply take trial and error. My biggest complaint by far is terrible viewing angles and controls, especially in the earlier chapters. The way viewing angles are locked sometimes forces you to zoom in too far or not far enough.”
- “The puzzles get rather tedious and repetitive at times.”
- “I found the puzzles and the controls to be frustratingly tedious, and I'm sorry to say but the game was just boring.”
monetization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
38%
31%
The monetization model of the game is highly praised, with users appreciating the absence of ads and in-game purchases after the initial purchase. Reviewers highlight that the game offers a great value for money, providing a satisfying experience without the annoyance of microtransactions or additional costs. Overall, players feel that this approach enhances the enjoyment and integrity of the game.
- “No microtransactions once purchased, which is nice for a change.”
- “Really addictive and pleased to see no in-app purchases.”
- “Very nice... love this kind of game with no ads or other purchases.”
- “This is what games should be, not in-app purchases this and that.”
- “Although not completed, it is worth every penny not to have annoying adverts or pay real money (apart from purchase which is way less than in-game purchases anyway). Well done and need more like this.”
- “Glitchy controls, nice graphics but all is very dark; have to crank the screen luminosity very high, a bad port from the PC for a quick cash grab.”
emotional
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a mix of emotional engagement and frustration with the game's mechanics. While the atmospheric elements, like rain and wind, effectively evoke feelings of coldness and nostalgia, the clunky controls and inconsistent touch responsiveness detract from the overall experience, often leading to feelings of confusion and inadequacy during gameplay.
- “When up the tower, the rain and wind made me feel cold.”
- “You get emotionally involved in taking sides of 'supposed' good vs bad.”
- “Made me feel like I was back in time.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find value in attempting to beat previous scores and rediscovering forgotten details, others feel it lacks sufficient incentive to replay. Graphics and animations are praised, but the controls and overall replay value are seen as low by some users.
- “And some replayability as you try to beat your previous scores.”
- “I had forgotten many details, making it replayable.”
- “Definitely good replay value.”
- “I've heard they are for replayability, but I probably will not replay the game.”
- “There is some replayability as you try to beat your previous scores.”
- “I had forgotten many details, making it somewhat replayable.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, with users noting that gameplay, sound, and graphics are all top-notch, contributing to a smooth overall experience.
- “Good gameplay, sounds, and graphics are perfect, and the game runs smoothly.”
- “Seems to run smoothly.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is often compared to that of "The Room," suggesting it may rely on unintentional comedy or absurdity rather than intentional jokes, which some players find amusing while others may not. Overall, the humor seems to be a divisive aspect, with opinions varying on its effectiveness.