Voyage: Journey to the Moon
- August 29, 2014
- Microids
- 7h median play time
"Voyage: Journey to the Moon" is a point-and-click adventure game that takes players on a thrilling journey through space. As a newly trained astronaut, you'll navigate through various challenges and puzzles to reach the moon and uncover its secrets. With stunning visuals and a captivating storyline, this game is a must-play for any adventure game enthusiast.
Reviews
- Engaging and imaginative storyline inspired by Jules Verne, filled with exploration and discovery.
- Challenging puzzles that require logical thinking and creativity, with multiple ways to solve them.
- Beautiful graphics and atmospheric soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
- Frequent technical issues and bugs, making it difficult to run on modern systems.
- Some puzzles are overly obscure or illogical, leading to frustration and reliance on walkthroughs.
- Clunky inventory system that can hinder progress and result in game-breaking situations.
- story35 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The story of the game is generally well-received, featuring an engaging narrative inspired by Jules Verne's works, particularly focusing on a 19th-century explorer's journey to the moon. While some players found the plot to be somewhat short and occasionally random, the integration of puzzles into the storyline adds depth and meaning, making it enjoyable for fans of science fiction and point-and-click adventures. Overall, the storytelling is praised for its creativity and immersive elements, despite some critiques regarding its coherence and pacing.
“In my opinion, one of the best point & click games with great gameplay and story.”
“The story is told in a simple but fun way and it really grips you because there is a lot to discover.”
“Engaging storyline: the game follows the journey of a 19th-century explorer who crash-lands on the moon.”
“I personally found the story to be quite short, peaking at 6.8 hours on record from start to completion, but overall, I loved it.”
“No story to it apart from your two companions on the voyage to the moon having died, but you know why and how they died at the beginning anyway.”
“Perhaps if there was a story, I may have had more incentive, but there wasn't.”
- graphics13 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive a mixed but generally positive reception, with many praising the atmospheric and beautiful pre-rendered visuals that effectively capture the game's unique aesthetic and narrative. While some reviewers note that the graphics feel dated, reminiscent of 2005, they still contribute to an immersive experience that enhances the overall gameplay. Overall, the visual design is highlighted as a strong point, complementing the game's story and sound design.
“The art style perfectly captures the spirit of Verne's vision.”
“Beautiful graphics: the visual design is stunning, with detailed environments that bring the lunar landscape to life.”
“I'm incredibly invested in the narrative so far and the intense gameplay made for an incredible experience, not to mention the otherworldly brilliance of the graphics and sound design.”
“Yes, the graphics are, well, from 2005.”
“After a couple of hours, I found the game too frustrating to continue, which is a shame, because the story and graphics seemed promising.”
“Graphic is not the most part of the game, but then - at least it doesn't drag you away from the core of the game.”
- music12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric and charming soundtrack, which complements the overall aesthetic and enhances the sense of adventure. While the main menu music sets a pleasant tone, some players wish for separate volume controls for sound effects and music. The unique approach to dialogue, using musical notes, adds an intriguing layer to the experience, though it may not appeal to everyone.
“The strong point of the sound is definitely its soundtrack.”
“Main menu music has a really pleasant and suitable vibe for the type of game.”
“Atmospheric soundtrack: the music and sound effects enhance the overall atmosphere, adding to the sense of adventure and discovery.”
“Sound & music are combined into one volume slider.”
“(Sometimes, I prefer to play my own music with only the sound effects on.)”
“The portion of the game that has dialogue is well written, but there is no in-depth voice acting, with the developers deciding to make the limitation a feature of the alien race and have them speak in musical notes.”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its engaging point-and-click mechanics, rich narrative, and innovative puzzles that require thoughtful problem-solving. Players appreciate the depth and quality of the gameplay, enhanced by unique color and sound mechanics, as well as non-linear progression. However, some users have experienced technical issues, such as crashes that impacted their playtime.
“In my opinion, one of the best point & click games with great gameplay and story.”
“I'm incredibly invested in the narrative so far, and the intense gameplay made for an incredible experience, not to mention the otherworldly brilliance of the graphics and sound design.”
“They require thoughtful problem-solving, making the gameplay both fun and intellectually stimulating.”
“(For my playtime, my game crashed when I almost finished the game and I didn't save for 5 hours of gameplay, so my playtime increased a lot.)”
“Plenty of non-trivial riddles and challenges, and what surprised me most - non-linear gameplay!”
“Technical support: Darinoos provides technical support for the Farsi edition, ensuring that players can get help with any issues they encounter during gameplay.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its atmospheric graphics and immersive sound design, which effectively complement the fantastical, 19th-century setting. Players appreciate the combination of visual and auditory elements that enhance the sense of adventure and discovery, making the overall experience unique and engaging.
“It suits the atmosphere of a fantastical, 19th century fiction.”
“Combining items solves riddles and creates a super amazing atmosphere that makes this game unique.”
“Atmospheric soundtrack: the music and sound effects enhance the overall atmosphere, adding to the sense of adventure and discovery.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is characterized by clever and witty jokes that are well-delivered, providing moments of genuine laughter. However, it distinguishes itself from traditional funny point-and-click games, offering a unique comedic style that resonates with players.
“Plus, there are some pretty funny jokes that are cleverly delivered.”
“Witty, humorous, and just funny at times.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the inventory system user-friendly, but organizing items can become a tedious task, contributing to the overall grinding experience in the game.