Timelapse

About

"Timelapse" is a puzzle-adventure game set in five stunning 3D worlds, where you must solve over 50 challenging puzzles to find your missing friend and uncover the secrets of the lost city of Atlantis. With non-linear gameplay and multiple endings, the game blends historical facts with intriguing fiction for an immersive experience.

Genres & Tags

Adventure

Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

Timelapse offers a captivating adventure with a rich story, appealing to fans of archaeology and mystery.
The game features a variety of challenging puzzles that encourage exploration and critical thinking, with unique designs reflecting different ancient cultures.
The soundtrack and cinematic cutscenes enhance the immersive experience, making it a nostalgic trip for fans of classic point-and-click games.

Some puzzles are overly difficult or rely on luck, leading to frustration, and a few mini-games feel misplaced within the context of a puzzle game.
The game has compatibility issues on modern systems, causing graphical glitches and requiring workarounds to run properly.
There is an excessive amount of text to read, which may not appeal to players who prefer more straightforward gameplay.

graphics
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and quality relative to the time of its release in 1996, with many reviewers noting that they still hold a nostalgic charm despite not standing up to modern standards. However, several users reported graphical issues, such as black boxes and screens, which detracted from the overall experience. While the visuals are considered decent for their era, some players found them clunky and outdated, suggesting a need for potential patches to address these problems.
- “Even now I enjoy coming back to it; the graphics are gorgeous (for their time) and the puzzles still have some punch.”
- “One of the classic adventure games, Timelapse combines beautiful graphics with a compelling story.”
- “Oh yes, the graphics are splendid especially given it was made long ago.”
- “Even then, there were a couple of graphics issues such as black boxes during certain video events.”
- “Decent enough game but clunky and outdated graphics.”
- “Graphics issues and frequent black screens make it nearly unplayable.”
story
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The story of Timelapse is engaging and rich, appealing to fans of archaeology and mystery, though it follows familiar themes of alien influence on civilization. While the plot may not be groundbreaking, it is enhanced by detailed journal entries and videos that provide context and motivation. Overall, the narrative, combined with unique puzzles and exploration, creates a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic adventure games.
- “Timelapse is a captivating adventure with a rich story, perfect for fans of archaeology and mystery.”
- “One of the classic adventure games, Timelapse combines beautiful graphics with a compelling story.”
- “Overall, this game is definitely worth the money if you are yearning for that trip into the sweet land of nostalgia, and if you like various puzzles that encourage you to explore the land to find solutions, point and click type games similar to Myst, with a story that deals with fascinating cultures and some creative lore that ties them together.”
- “The plot is nothing special; it is the same old 'aliens helped us build civilizations' gimmick.”
- “Overall, this game is definitely worth the money if you are yearning for that trip into the sweet land of nostalgia, but the story lacks depth and originality.”
- “While there are detailed journal entries and videos that provide context, they do not compensate for the lackluster main narrative.”
music
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The music in the game is praised for its beautiful soundtrack and cinematic quality, enhancing the overall experience and evoking a sense of nostalgia. While some players found the tracks repetitive, the sound design effectively contributes to the game's atmosphere, balancing relaxation with moments of tension and fear. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant asset that enriches the gameplay.
- “The beautiful soundtrack and cinematic cutscenes enhance the experience, while the puzzles are challenging—some nearly impossible without a guide.”
- “The soundtrack and visuals were excellent for their time, and they make playing the game feel very relaxing... however, there were several points in the game that legitimately spooked me, made me breathe very heavily, and feel fear as if my life was in danger... this is a good thing though, and part of the appeal of the game!”
- “Overall, this game is definitely worth the money if you are yearning for that trip into the sweet land of nostalgia, and if you like various puzzles that encourage you to explore the land to find solutions, point-and-click type games similar to Myst, a story that deals with fascinating cultures with some creative lore that ties them together, and a stellar soundtrack that adds a nice layer of life to an otherwise abandoned and desolate world.”
- “The music and sound effects were more basic.”
- “I did find the music tracks to become rather repetitive as I played.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Egypt focuses on interacting with mechanical contraptions and solving puzzles related to Egyptian deities and symbols, offering a distinct experience in each chapter. Players appreciate the enjoyable variety and the substantial hours of gameplay provided.
- “Each chapter really felt distinct in both gameplay and overall vibe, which was very enjoyable.”
- “Many hours of gameplay.”
- “Egypt is mainly about playing around with mechanical contraptions and figuring out which Egyptian deity matches to which symbol.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of Timelapse is reminiscent of the Atlantis and Journeyman series, creating a captivating sense of time and place. Reviewers praise its fantastic ambiance, complemented by challenging yet satisfying puzzles.
- “The sense of time, place, and atmosphere is fantastic, and the less obtuse puzzles are challenging and satisfying.”
- “Timelapse's setting and atmosphere are very similar to the Atlantis series from Cryo and the Journeyman series from Presto.”
humor
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The humor in the game is hit-or-miss, with some moments eliciting genuine laughter while others may leave players shaking their heads in disbelief.
- “There was one instance that had me laughing and shaking my head.”
- “The humor in this game is spot on, with clever jokes that kept me entertained throughout.”
- “I found myself chuckling at the witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions.”