The Labyrinth of Time

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In "The Labyrinth of Time," players must navigate a time-bending maze commissioned by King Minos to save Earth from his tyranny. With over 1800 high-resolution images and 25MB of music, this immersive 3D game offers hours of exploration and puzzle-solving within a photo-realistic world. The player's actions may significantly alter the future's course as they manipulate history's fabric.

Genres & Tags

Adventure

Play Modes

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

58%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features gorgeous artwork and mesmerizing art direction, making it visually appealing.
Many puzzles are engaging and fun, providing a nostalgic experience for fans of 90s point-and-click adventures.
The game successfully evokes a sense of nostalgia and offers a unique artistic sensibility that stands out.

The control scheme is clunky and counterintuitive, making navigation frustrating.
Many items in the game serve no purpose, leading to confusion and unnecessary inventory clutter.
The repetitive mazes and lack of meaningful exploration can make the gameplay feel tedious and unfulfilling.

graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and gorgeous artwork, often seen as the standout feature amidst a thin plot. While players appreciate the nostalgic appeal of the visuals, some note that the graphics feel dated and do not compensate for frustrating gameplay and controls. Overall, the visuals are a highlight, but they may not be enough to elevate the overall experience.
- “The visuals are the big plus of this game as the plot is rather thin.”
- “Most of the puzzles are engaging and fun, but mostly I just loved watching what visuals the game gave to me.”
- “Gorgeous artwork.”
- “The puzzles and controls are just too annoying and the graphics are dated.”
- “As much as I love the graphics, though, the actual gameplay is not very fun.”
- “The visuals are the big plus of this game, as the plot is rather thin.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
The music in the game is well-received, featuring a mix of nostalgic late 80s and early 90s TV background tunes alongside a dark, horror-influenced soundtrack that enhances the game's alien atmosphere. Players appreciate the ability to skip the intro and note that the music plays smoothly on Linux. Overall, the soundtrack effectively complements the game's themes and setting.
- “Good music.”
- “Filled with music that is part of a general TV background music from the late 80's and early 90's.”
- “The dark, horror-influenced soundtrack reinforces the idea that the labyrinth is a truly alien place, and the light sci-fi archaeological time travel story is also entertaining.”
- “Filled with music that is part of a general TV background music from the late 80's and early 90's.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
30%
The game's story is criticized for being thin and repetitive, lacking the engagement needed to keep players invested. While it features interesting concepts and is conveyed through journals, many find it ultimately academic and boring, despite the atmospheric soundtrack and entertaining sci-fi elements. Overall, the visuals are highlighted as the standout aspect, overshadowing the narrative.
- “The dark, horror-influenced soundtrack reinforces the idea that the labyrinth is a truly alien place, and the light sci-fi archaeological time travel story is also entertaining.”
- “The story didn't hook me, so I didn't feel a desire to try to finish this one.”
- “Much of the story is told through journals.”
- “The plot is rather thin.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its artistic design, particularly in the "labyrinth of time," which captivates players. However, some reviewers express disappointment with the ending scene, feeling it does not live up to the atmospheric buildup throughout the game.
- “But the labyrinth of time deserves a look for its art and atmosphere.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay has received negative feedback, with users expressing that it detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game, despite appreciation for the graphics.
- “As much as I love the graphics, the actual gameplay is not very fun.”