The Whispered World

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"The Whispered World" is a point-and-click adventure game that follows the story of a young boy named Sadwick, who has the ability to transform into a dragon. Sadwick sets out on a journey to understand the meaning behind a recurring nightmare, uncovering a dark prophecy along the way. The game features hand-drawn 2D graphics and a focus on puzzle-solving and exploration.

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Play Modes

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

69%

Audience ScoreBased on 508 reviews

story143 positive mentions

stability18 negative mentions

Beautiful hand-drawn graphics and charming art style that create an immersive fantasy world.
Engaging story with interesting characters and a surprising twist at the end.
Humorous dialogue and witty interactions that add charm to the gameplay.

Frustrating puzzles that often lack logical solutions, requiring frequent use of walkthroughs.
The main character's voice is annoying and can detract from the overall experience.
Gameplay can be slow and tedious due to unresponsive controls and excessive dialogue.

story
369 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "The Whispered World" is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating its whimsical and emotional narrative centered around the melancholic clown Sadwick and his quest to save the world. While some praise the character development and unexpected plot twists, others criticize the pacing, lack of engagement, and frustrating puzzles that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game is noted for its beautiful art and music, which enhance the storytelling, but opinions on the narrative's execution and depth vary widely.
- “The story is phenomenal and the art style was whimsically beautiful, as was the game and music itself, as well as the awesome characters.”
- “The story, the characters, the humor, and the tragedy... everything intertwines when Sadwick embarks on the journey of his life.”
- “Beautiful game with an emotional story, amazing art, and a great soundtrack!”
- “The story is not at all what I thought in the beginning.”
- “An empty and boring world, annoying characters, horrible puzzles, and worst of all, a weak story.”
- “The story itself is extremely boring and there is no sense of epicness even though it is supposed to be an epic fantasy.”
graphics
129 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "The Whispered World" are widely praised for their stunning hand-drawn art style, which immerses players in a beautifully crafted fantasy world. While many reviewers appreciate the nostalgic and whimsical visuals, some criticize the character designs and technical issues, noting that certain elements feel outdated for a game originally released in 2009. Overall, the game's artwork and atmosphere are considered its standout features, despite some mixed opinions on voice acting and gameplay mechanics.
- “The whispered world special edition features stunning hand-drawn artwork that brings its fantasy world to life.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, so is the music.”
- “The art style is gorgeous, the atmosphere is nostalgic, and the music is really nice to play in the background of other stuff.”
- “Graphics are too fuzzy and the interface and voices are too annoying.”
- “The background graphics are decent but the primary character graphics are terrible (for a 2009 game).”
- “There are no graphic options (basically what you get is what you get) and there is no widescreen mode and the resolution does max out at a certain point.”
music
106 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "The Whispered World Special Edition" is widely praised for its enchanting and immersive qualities, enhancing the game's atmosphere and storytelling. Many reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, describing it as beautiful, calming, and fitting for the fantasy setting, although some note that it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the combination of captivating music and stunning visuals contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a memorable experience for players.
- “The music enhances the game's atmosphere and adds depth to its storytelling, drawing players further into its enchanting world.”
- “The soundtrack is pleasantly atmospheric and fits the mood.”
- “The music is also a delight, and fits the fantastic world well, with soft natural tones that play quietly in the background and aren't a distraction at all.”
- “The soundtrack is decent, although I found some tracks annoying.”
- “Thin characters, uninspired music and dialogue, an unfleshed out fantasy world.”
- “Of course, as most have pointed out, the main character's voice is the worst, so I muted the voices and game soundtrack about 2 minutes into the game and just listened to my own music.”
humor
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mix of dry wit, sarcasm, and whimsical charm, often delivered through quirky characters and amusing dialogue. While some players found the humor genuinely funny and relatable, others noted that it could feel repetitive or overshadowed by the protagonist's pessimistic demeanor. Overall, the game offers a unique blend of dark humor and lighthearted moments, appealing to those who appreciate a quirky, melancholic atmosphere.
- “If you’re in the mood for a game that feels like it’s been crafted by a team of whimsical wizards who enjoy riddles and offbeat humor, grab the Whispered World Special Edition.”
- “The special edition adds a touch of polish to the original with enhanced graphics and voice acting that range from 'delightfully eccentric' to 'is this real life?' The game's humor is as dry as a desert cactus, but that’s part of its charm.”
- “But most of all it has a peculiar mix of melancholic atmosphere along with hilarious humor that makes it unique.”
gameplay
69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "The Whispered World Special Edition" is characterized by traditional point-and-click mechanics, including puzzle-solving and item collection, but it has received mixed reviews. Players have noted that while some puzzles are creatively designed, they can also be frustratingly obscure, leading to gameplay stagnation. Additionally, the game is dialogue-heavy, which may not appeal to those seeking more action-oriented experiences, and technical issues like bugs can disrupt the overall enjoyment.
- “The gameplay is pretty standard for a point-and-click adventure, with mini-game puzzles and item fetching that you can then combine.”
- “Spot, a peculiar pet that changes forms, gives extra depth to the gameplay and makes the puzzles even more creative.”
- “The gameplay is fun when you don't get hung up for too long, and the game ultimately provides a really satisfying experience to anyone enduring enough to soldier through it.”
- “Some elements of the gameplay are annoying to say the least - I could see what I need to do, but wouldn't be allowed to unless I do something else.”
- “As for the gameplay, I really did try giving this game a fair chance, but some puzzles are seriously beyond unreasonably illogical.”
- “The gameplay isn't spectacular either, heavily relying on point-and-click staples.”
atmosphere
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its enchanting soundtrack, detailed backgrounds, and beautiful graphics, which collectively create an immersive and nostalgic experience. Players appreciate the unique blend of melancholic tones and humor, enhancing the storytelling and engagement with the fantasy world. Despite some criticisms regarding puzzle design and character voices, the overall ambiance is considered a standout feature that elevates the gameplay.
- “The music enhances the game's atmosphere and adds depth to its storytelling, drawing players further into its enchanting world.”
- “The backgrounds are painstakingly detailed and atmospheric, the character designs and animation are on par with other classic point-and-click adventures, and it all adds up to a world that I loved spending time in.”
- “But most of all, it has a peculiar mix of melancholic atmosphere along with hilarious humor that makes it unique.”
- “I didn’t like the atmosphere, half of the jokes, the story and the puzzles.”
- “But sadwick's voice might be a bit annoying and the atmosphere is a bit depressing.”
- “Alright universe and atmosphere; they were a bit cliché but, in a way, it all made sense in the end.”
emotional
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heartwarming and touching storyline, which resonates deeply with players, often leading to unexpected emotional responses, including tears. While many appreciate the beautiful art and soundtrack that enhance the experience, some criticize the rushed ending and lack of impactful animation during key emotional moments. Overall, the game is recommended for those who enjoy heartfelt narratives, despite some mixed feelings about its execution.
- “I also loved the heartfelt story, the main character's progression, and that there's more going on than it seems.”
- “Beautiful game with an emotional story, amazing art, and a great soundtrack!”
- “A touching story about simple things like laziness and friendship, lies and bravery, uncertainty and cunning.”
- “The voice acting and boring story are ruining the emotional impact of the game.”
- “I felt no connection to the characters, which made the emotional moments fall flat.”
- “The attempts at emotional depth felt forced and unconvincing.”
stability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with many players reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and game-breaking issues that disrupt gameplay and immersion. While some users have not encountered significant problems, the overall consensus highlights a lack of community support for troubleshooting and persistent technical flaws, including poor controls and navigation challenges. Players are advised to approach the game with patience, as stability issues can significantly detract from the experience.
- “It's kind of ridiculous how buggy this game is.”
- “The storyline is decent, and there are a few game-breaking glitches.”
- “To top it off, the game kept crashing several times towards the end, coupled with very buggy click registrations that gave it a sense of poor technical quality.”
character development
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highlighted as a strong point, particularly in the portrayal of the protagonist, Sadwick, whose journey reflects themes like impostor syndrome. While some players appreciate the compelling storytelling and high-quality character design, others express mixed feelings about the character aesthetics, preferring the detailed backgrounds over the character animations. Overall, the character development is seen as a key element that enhances the narrative experience.
- “Compelling storytelling and character development.”
- “The best element of the game by far is its character development: specifically, the way the game develops its protagonist, Sadwick.”
- “Certainly because the character development illustrates perfectly what the 'impostor syndrome' some of us are struggling with.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, which detracted from my overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “Despite the beautiful backgrounds, the characters themselves feel one-dimensional and fail to evolve throughout the story.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and frustrating, primarily due to a cumbersome object interaction system and overly lengthy dialogue. While some players appreciate the nostalgic environments and humor, the repetitive puzzle-solving and slow animations detract from the overall experience, leading to a lack of engagement. Ultimately, many reviewers find the grinding elements to be a significant drawback, making it hard to recommend the game.
- “The tedious and annoying new system of clicking on objects by holding the mouse button.”
- “So, not sure if this is intended, but, together with slow animations, it makes for a tedious, frustrating experience that I do not have the patience to bother with.”
- “Overall it is a cute game, but the dialogue drags on for too long and in the end it gets a tad boring with the tedious puzzle solving, so I can't really recommend this game for the reasons I pointed out above.”
replayability
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The game has minimal replayability, primarily due to its linear progression and unappealing characters for some players. While the story and humor may entice a few to replay, many reviewers feel that the lack of varied gameplay and achievements diminishes its overall value, especially at full price.
- “It's still a decent story with a really interesting ending.”
- “The progress is linear, so replayable for the story and the jokes, if you enjoyed them.”
- “I don't know that I would pay $20 for this game because the replay value to me is minimal since I disliked all the characters, but if you get it on sale, it's still a decent story with a really interesting ending.”
- “This game offers minimal replayability, especially if you create the saves for achievements.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is mixed, with some players reporting smooth performance and no issues during gameplay, while others experience significant problems such as failure to launch, black screens, and crashes. Additionally, there are complaints regarding poor voice direction, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “I always like point-and-click games, and this one runs smoothly.”
- “Performance: I never had any problems launching the game or experiencing crashes during the playthrough.”
- “Performance: Many users complained about the game failing to launch, launching to a black screen, or crashing.”
- “Why the developer chose to ruin an otherwise decent game with such grating performance and amateur voice direction is beyond reason.”
- “Performance: many users complained of the game failing to launch, launching to a black screen, or crashing.”
- “Performance: I never had any problems at launching the game or crashes during the playthrough, but I also have no idea why it happens to them.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is criticized for intrusive ads in the main menu, which detracts from the overall experience, alongside poor voice acting and unfunny writing.
- “The voice acting is awful, the writing fails at being funny, and there are ads in the main menu.”
- “The monetization model feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
- “I can't believe how many in-game purchases are pushed on you; it ruins the overall experience.”