Voodoo Whisperer Curse of a Legend
- April 8, 2014
- Gogii Games
In "Voodoo Whisperer: Curse of a Legend" , players assume the role of Lillian, a voodoo priestess in training, who must save her mentor and the town of New Orleans from a dark curse. With a focus on dark magic and intense atmosphere, Lillian must use her powers to uncover the secrets of voodoo and lift the curse before it's too late. The game features incredible graphics and an immersive storyline for a thrilling adventure.
Reviews
- The game features a unique and intriguing storyline set in 19th-century New Orleans, incorporating elements of voodoo and magic.
- The graphics and atmosphere are well-crafted, providing a creepy and immersive experience that enhances the gameplay.
- The hidden object scenes and potion-making mechanics are enjoyable and add a fun layer to the traditional gameplay.
- The game ends abruptly with a cliffhanger, leaving players without closure and no indication of a sequel, which is frustrating.
- Some hidden objects are difficult to find due to poor visibility and blending with the background, making gameplay tedious at times.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive with a lack of variety in puzzles and mechanics, leading to a less engaging experience overall.
- story64 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as intriguing and engaging, with a unique premise set in a cursed New Orleans, but ultimately feels rushed and incomplete, ending abruptly with a "to be continued." Many players express disappointment over the lack of resolution and the game's short length, suggesting that it had the potential for a more developed narrative. While some appreciate the atmosphere and plot twists, the overall consensus is that the story does not fully deliver, leaving players wanting more.
“In addition to these aspects, I found the story to be intriguing and very engaging, and I wanted to learn more as I went along.”
“The story has a basic setup: New Orleans has fallen under some kind of curse and it's up to a rookie voodoo witch to set things straight.”
“This game has a great story that pulls you in, a great atmosphere that gives some genuine chills, some well-done puzzles, and the objects that you need to find to use to progress make sense.”
“I can't lie and say that it isn't disappointing, as the story had so much more potential.”
“The game progresses right down to the bank after the bar, and leaves an already frustrating storyline with more holes.”
“The game is of average length for a hidden object game but ends abruptly with a 'to be continued,' and there's no sign of a sequel yet, so you don't even get a conclusion to the story.”
- gameplay17 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by standard hidden object mechanics, complemented by spell and crafting systems that, while enjoyable, are not particularly innovative compared to other titles in the genre. Players appreciate the challenge and exploration aspects, especially when avoiding hints, but find the puzzles simplistic and the overall experience lacking in depth and content. Despite its visual appeal, the gameplay often feels disconnected from the narrative, leaving some players wanting more complexity and engagement.
“Although the basic interface and gameplay is the same as most hidden object games, I found the grimoire and mortar system for recipes/potions and the magic system to be a refreshing change from the usual fare.”
“Gameplay is fun and challenging, with lots of stuff to do and explore.”
“The main meat of the gameplay is the hidden object scenes, where you have to clear out a small list of items from a messy scene, which ultimately rewards you with keys or ingredients you need.”
“The gameplay, however, is subpar.”
“There are some puzzles too, but they are usually very short and very easy, and the exploration is a little too straightforward to be called gameplay.”
“Its pretty, but the gameplay just doesn't work with the story.”
- graphics16 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally well-received, showcasing a consistent and detailed art style that enhances the atmosphere, particularly in hidden object scenes. However, some players noted that the spiderweb texture can obscure visibility, making it challenging to locate certain objects. Overall, while the graphics are not the best in the genre, they are considered above average and contribute positively to the game's experience.
“The art style is much more grim and dark and has a great atmosphere.”
“The graphics are outstanding, including the hidden object scenes.”
“The artwork was lovely, though some of the objects were hard to find based on the description.”
“Compared to other hidden object adventure games, this one felt slightly different, especially in terms of the graphics, but I don’t know if that’s due to the game's age.”
“Graphics make the objects hard to find at times.”
“But otherwise, graphics are correct, soundtrack is correct and while you're in the end always doing voodoo dolls to free people, you're acquiring spells that help you to advance (and there, you have suddenly hints for when to use them).”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its grim and dark art style, which effectively creates a creepy and immersive experience. The music complements this ambiance, enhancing the overall intrigue and emotional engagement of the story, while the hidden object scenes and puzzles contribute to a sense of genuine chills.
“I really liked how this felt and thought its use of atmosphere was well done.”
“The art style is much more grim and dark and has a great atmosphere.”
“This game has a great story that pulls you in, a great atmosphere that gives some genuine chills, some well done puzzles and the objects that you need to find to use to progress make sense.”
“+ creepy atmosphere.”
“Music supported this atmosphere.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered fitting for the atmosphere and theme, though it can be overly loud and dramatic at times. While the soundtrack is described as decent and supportive of the gameplay, it does not stand out significantly. Overall, it complements the experience but may not leave a lasting impression.
“Music supported this atmosphere.”
“The music and sound effects fit the theme well, and the story, while nothing special, is enough to keep you playing.”
“The soundtrack is correct and enhances the overall experience.”
“Voice acting was decent, music and sounds were just really loud even at lower settings.”
“The music is ok, if overly dramatic most of the time.”
“But otherwise, graphics are correct, soundtrack is correct and while you're in the end always doing voodoo dolls to free people, you're acquiring spells that help you to advance (and there, you have suddenly hints for when to use them).”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, as it often requires repetitive use of the magnifying glass to locate objects, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
“However, playing it often felt tedious.”
“The game clearly wanted you to use the magnifying glass they provided to find those objects, but again it just seems tedious.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is criticized for featuring poorly designed puzzles and frustrating pixel hunts, contributing to an overall lackluster experience.
“An unremarkable game with a bland story, a few irritating pixel hunts, and a couple of nonsensical or poorly optimized puzzles.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its boring story and lack of voice acting, which detracts from the overall emotional engagement and connection with the characters.
“The story is boring and lacks the emotional depth that voice acting could have provided.”
“The emotional impact of the game is diminished by the absence of voice acting.”
“Without engaging storytelling and voice acting, the game fails to evoke any real emotions.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the humor in the game's animation and storyline, often finding themselves laughing while engaging in item searches.
“I found myself laughing at the animations and story throughout the game, and I enjoyed looking for the items.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever writing and hilarious character interactions that kept me entertained.”
“I couldn't stop chuckling at the witty dialogue and absurd situations; it really added to the overall fun of the game.”