The Secret Order 2: Masked Intent

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The Secret Order 2: Masked Intent is a single player casual puzzle game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Sunward Games and was released on November 5, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "The Secret Order 2: Masked Intent," the daughter of the Order of the Griffins' Master must save the organization from destruction by a rogue council member. Travel through time to recover powerful artifacts, uncover secrets, and thwart the Clan of the Dragon in this suspenseful adventure game. Restore order to the world and make amends for past wrongs.

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Audience ScoreBased on 242 reviews

story51 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features beautifully hand-painted graphics and a cohesive, immersive atmosphere that enhances the storytelling experience.
The gameplay includes a variety of puzzles and hidden-object scenes that strike a good balance between challenge and accessibility, making it enjoyable for both casual players and veterans.
The pacing of the game is well-structured, allowing for patient exploration and a smooth progression through the narrative.

The story can feel convoluted and lacks depth, with some players finding it difficult to follow the plot and character motivations.
There are instances of frustrating gameplay mechanics, such as the hint system being overly intrusive and the presence of repetitive puzzles.
The voice acting and some animations are subpar, detracting from the overall quality of the game's presentation.

story
169 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
64%
6%
The story of "The Secret Order 2: Masked Intent" is a puzzle-driven adventure that revolves around Sarah Pennington's quest to thwart a conspiracy involving a dangerous artifact. While the narrative features intriguing themes of betrayal and redemption, it has been criticized for being convoluted and less engaging than its predecessor, with some players feeling disconnected from the plot due to its complexity and pacing. Overall, the game offers a visually rich experience with solid voice acting, but its story may not resonate with everyone, particularly those unfamiliar with the first installment.
- “It’s a story-driven puzzle adventure that relies less on fast-paced action and more on curiosity, observation, and piecing together fragments of a centuries-old conspiracy.”
- “The story once again centers on Sarah Pennington, a courageous and resourceful member of the Griffins Order, who finds herself caught in a struggle to stop a dangerous artifact from falling into the wrong hands.”
- “The story for The Secret Order 2: Masked Intent delves deeply into a historical organization that's shrouded with mystery and conspiracy.”
- “The story is a flop though - it's convoluted and hard to follow.”
- “The storyline was very confusing and made little sense.”
- “The story line makes almost no sense whatsoever, the hidden object scenes are not too involved and some of the puzzles are just an exercise in frustration.”
graphics
90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the lush visuals, smooth animations, and beautiful artwork, particularly in 3D environments, while others criticize the dated and occasionally low-resolution graphics. Many players appreciate the artistic style and immersive settings, though some find certain elements, like character animations and hidden object scenes, lacking in quality. Overall, the visuals are seen as decent for the genre, with a blend of impressive and underwhelming aspects.
- “It's a clear step forward in production values, featuring smoother animations, sharper artwork, and more cohesive puzzle integration than the first game.”
- “The graphics while not ugly are sometimes very plain.”
- “Incredible graphics and illustrations, the mini-games and puzzles are interesting, plus the world of the dead is so cool!”
- “The artwork (and the dialog at times) has an AI feel to it.”
- “It's a 10-year-old game and the graphics are accordingly.”
- “The graphics in the animated cutscenes are horrible; even the first one was much better!”
music
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The music in the game is widely praised for its orchestral quality, featuring strings, piano, and flute that enhance the atmosphere of adventure and mysticism. While some tracks are described as soothing and fitting for various scenes, a few players noted instances of repetitiveness and mismatched moods in certain areas. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout element, contributing significantly to the game's immersive experience.
- “The orchestral soundtrack leans heavily on strings and soft choral motifs, enhancing the sense of adventure and mysticism.”
- “The selection of music the game has is fantastic: these are not the typical short-looping tracks usually used in other hidden object games, but fitting (relaxing-suspenseful-atmospheric, whichever the given scene requires) music consisting of piano, violin, and flute.”
- “The soundtrack is great at setting the tone of the game and smooth on the ears along with talented voice acting.”
- “Mainly uninspired music/sounds/voice acting”
- “The soundtrack tried to increase the tension but fails at times due to repetitiveness and annoyance.”
- “Music is okay but can miss the mark at times with the mood atmosphere of some areas.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by the typical elements of the hidden-object genre, including exploration, item collection, and a variety of puzzles and mini-games. While some players appreciate the engaging mechanics and enjoyable environments, others note the simplicity and predictability of the gameplay, along with criticisms of graphics and voice acting. Overall, it offers a solid experience for casual gamers, though it may feel repetitive and lacks originality.
- “The gameplay follows the familiar rhythm of the hidden-object genre, mixing exploration, item collection, and puzzle-solving.”
- “In addition to standard item searches, the game integrates a variety of mini-games and logic puzzles, ranging from mechanical contraptions and coded locks to pattern recognition and sequence-based riddles.”
- “Overall, I got many hours of entertaining gameplay and am delighted that Artifex Mundi has re-ignited my love of casual gaming; a nice break from FPSs and more complex mind benders like Obduction, Riven, etc.”
- “The gameplay is very simple; don't expect much.”
- “The story is okay, but the gameplay does not follow a very clear story.”
- “Gameplay is similarly average, with mediocre puzzles and good enough hidden object scenes.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in "The Secret Order 2: Masked Intent" is praised for its striking visuals and immersive sound design, featuring ambient effects and a diverse musical score that enhances the game's mysterious and fantastical elements. While many players appreciate the engaging fantasy atmosphere and the quality of the music, some critiques highlight inconsistencies in the artwork and story, which can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game successfully creates a tense and atmospheric world, though opinions vary on its execution in certain areas.
- “The Secret Order 2: Masked Intent, developed by Sunward Games and published by Artifex Mundi, continues the studio’s tradition of creating beautifully atmospheric hidden-object adventures steeped in mystery, ancient orders, and supernatural intrigue.”
- “Ambient effects—such as creaking doors, distant thunder, or the gentle hum of ancient machinery—add a tactile quality to the world, grounding the fantasy elements in a believable atmosphere.”
- “The selection of music the game has is fantastic: these are not the typical short-looping tracks usually used in other hidden-object games, but fitting (relaxing-suspenseful-atmospheric, whichever the given scene requires) music consisting of piano, violin, and flute.”
- “This should have been an entertaining adventure, but the lifeless artwork, discordant story, and lack of atmosphere turned it into a chore.”
- “Music is okay but can miss the mark at times with the mood atmosphere of some areas.”
- “It's the collector's edition that is on Steam, so the bonus chapter is already added in the middle of the story, when you're diving into a terrible atmosphere, with spirits, swamps, and other cursed castles.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as inconsistent, with some genuinely funny moments and dialogue, particularly in item interactions, but overshadowed by instances of poor voice acting. While the fantasy atmosphere and engaging puzzles contribute positively, the overall comedic impact is diminished by translation issues and flat humor.
- “Pros: very cool fantasy atmosphere, great music, fun hog scenes and puzzles that were interesting without being frustrating, pretty decent voice acting, and multiple dialogue lines I found genuinely funny (personal favorite is the 'please work? fine, be that way' when you use an item wrong because, same).”
- “It's funny how a game made by a Polish studio has the translation so messed up.”
- “While it's occasionally funny, most of the time the bad voice acting is just bad.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been criticized for its low replayability, with many users noting that there is minimal incentive to play again after the initial experience. Overall, the consensus suggests that the game offers little in terms of replay value.
- “Minimal replay value.”
- “I don’t see much replay value, though.”
- “The replay value for the game is low.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game experiences occasional stability issues, with users reporting glitches where essential objects fail to appear during searches but reappear after restarting the game.
- “I ran into a couple of glitches where needed objects would not show up when passing the cursor over them during multiple, careful room/location searches, and then would magically appear after a reboot of the game.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing hours of work.”
- “I experienced several instances of the game freezing, forcing me to restart my console to get back to playing.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character development as strong and integral to the intriguing storyline, noting that it strikes a balance between engaging plot elements and character growth without overwhelming the narrative.
- “The storyline and plot were intriguing with good character development.”
- “It had enough depth and complexity that it enhanced the story and character development.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, often involving excessive backtracking and a mid-game story tangent that complicates puzzles, leading to a less engaging experience.
- “Tedious backtracking.”
- “It's just okay; the story goes off on a tangent mid-game, which kind of makes the puzzles a bit tedious.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its ability to seamlessly transition between feelings of foreboding and serenity, effectively matching the emotional tone of each scene.
- “It shifts fluidly between foreboding and serene, adapting to each scene’s emotional tone.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users reporting smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others experience significant lag and technical issues. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary widely depending on individual system configurations.

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The Secret Order 2: Masked Intent is a casual puzzle game with fantasy theme.

The Secret Order 2: Masked Intent is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, iPad and others.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing The Secret Order 2: Masked Intent.

The Secret Order 2: Masked Intent was released on November 5, 2015.

The Secret Order 2: Masked Intent was developed by Sunward Games.

The Secret Order 2: Masked Intent has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

The Secret Order 2: Masked Intent is a single player game.

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