Twisted Lands Trilogy
- October 27, 2015
- Alawar
- 10h median play time
Prepare for the ultimate journey into terror! Twisted Lands Trilogy Collector's Edition collects the terrifying Twisted Lands trilogy into one heart-pounding package.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The trilogy offers a dense storyline with engaging plot elements that connect the three games.
- The graphics and atmosphere are generally well-received, providing a fitting backdrop for the hidden object gameplay.
- The second game, Insomniac, is noted for its original puzzles and a good balance between story and gameplay.
- There is excessive backtracking and a lack of a map in the first two games, making navigation frustrating.
- Many hidden object scenes are reused multiple times, leading to repetitive gameplay.
- The voice acting and some graphical elements are criticized as amateurish, detracting from the overall experience.
- story17 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The story across the trilogy received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and well-integrated into the gameplay, while others criticized it for being weak, convoluted, or lacking clarity. Although there were moments of intrigue and surprising twists, many felt that the narrative was often overshadowed by gameplay mechanics and cluttered scenes. Overall, while the story had its ups and downs, it was generally considered decent for a hidden object game, appealing primarily to fans of the genre.
“Quite enjoyed this game trilogy; the storylines were pretty good. I played the origins one last, and I enjoyed the games altogether though, worth the amount I paid, and would recommend to hidden object game lovers.”
“While the plot isn't the pinnacle of literature (and what game offers such a plot?), I was engaged by the plot continuing through the three games and I enjoyed it as the various pieces of the plot-puzzle clicked into place as the games progressed.”
“Though the end tells you how Mark came on the island, which is a shocking twist, playing it a second time had made more understanding of the story than the first time.”
“Insomniac was a mild improvement but it had weird plot issues, and origins randomly corrupted and wasn't worth starting over.”
“The story was mostly blah blah blah and didn't make much sense.”
“The game jumps back and forth between short scenes where the angel tries to escape the asylum (in modern days) and long episodes where she explores the twisted island from the first part, although the story is rather blurry and it remains unclear (at least to me) if one of those two settings or even both are just in the angel's imagination.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally considered decent, with some reviewers noting improvements over previous installments, though they feel somewhat standard for the genre. While the visuals are acceptable, they lack standout features, and some elements, like reused assets, detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are serviceable but do not elevate the game significantly.
“The graphics are good, though they reused some ghosts from the first game.”
“Graphics are correct, soundtrack too.”
“The graphics are correct, the soundtrack is also good, but the problem is that you're doing a lot of backtracking for an object.”
“The third game origins is honestly meh; it's better graphically, I guess, but I just don't like it nearly as much as the first two.”
“Visuals, graphics, and music are all the usual ho-game fare, nothing special and nothing too poor.”
“The graphics are correct, the soundtrack is also too, but the problem is that you're doing a lot of backtracking for an object.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as adequate but unremarkable, fitting the setting without standing out. While it complements the visuals, both elements are considered average, contributing to a standard gaming experience.
“The soundtrack is enjoyable and fits the game's atmosphere well.”
“The graphics are decent, and the soundtrack complements the setting effectively.”
“The music and graphics are not overly impressive, but they align well with the game's theme.”
“Visuals, graphics, and music are all the usual ho-game fare, nothing special and nothing too poor.”
“The graphics are correct, the soundtrack is also fine, but the problem is that you're doing a lot of backtracking for an object.”
“The soundtrack is acceptable.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 200 % negative mentions
The game trilogy generally offers a stable experience, though players have noted some minor glitches and occasional slowness that can disrupt gameplay. Despite these issues, the overall enjoyment and value of the game remain high, particularly for fans of hidden object games.
“There were a few minor glitches of slowness during the game.”
“Some objects were hard to make out, resulting in my pressing the hint button annoyingly.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised as very good, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
“Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
“The game's atmosphere is rich and layered, making every moment feel significant.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers around 10 hours of content, which some players feel may not justify the 20€ price tag, suggesting it might be better to wait for a discount.
“You might want to wait for a discount though, because 20€ for roughly 10 hours of gameplay is not overly much, but also not in the low budget category.”
