Willy Morgan and the Curse of Bone Town
- August 11, 2020
- imaginarylab
- 4h median play time
An original and captivating story-telling in a well made, well presented format. If you love your RPG narratives, you will love Willy Morgan: The curse of Bone Town.
Willy Morgan and the Curse of Bone Town is a pirate-themed point-and-click adventure game. As Willy, you explore a colorful island town, solving puzzles and uncovering secrets to help your father, a famous pirate, clear his name. With its witty dialogue, vibrant graphics, and engaging gameplay, The Curse of Bone Town offers a swashbuckling adventure for players of all ages.
Reviews
- Charming graphics and art style that enhances the overall experience.
- Engaging story with a light-hearted tone, reminiscent of classic point-and-click adventures.
- Intuitive puzzles that are mostly logical and do not require a walkthrough, making it accessible for new players.
- The game is very short, typically taking only 3 to 6 hours to complete, leaving players wanting more.
- Some dialogue feels awkward and unnatural, possibly due to translation issues, detracting from immersion.
- Limited character development and a predictable plot make the story feel somewhat bland and unoriginal.
- story79 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The story in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its charm and engaging characters, while others found it predictable and lacking depth. Many noted that the pacing is good and the voice acting is solid, but the overall narrative often feels formulaic and underdeveloped. Despite its shortcomings, the game is seen as a light, enjoyable experience, particularly for fans of classic point-and-click adventures.
“The story is very good, as is the voice acting.”
“Great story, beautiful graphics.”
“Complete with pirates, puns, and plunder, this epic adventure replicates the nostalgia of classic point-and-clicks like Monkey Island and Day of the Tentacle while creating its own unique story and cast of characters.”
“The entire plot, story, and characters just all felt lifeless to me.”
“The story was fairly nonexistent; I wish there was more backstory and information about the characters involved in the plot.”
“It would be okay if it was free, but paying for a game with a lame story that can be completed in a few hours and must then be deleted because you'll never want to play it again is really bad.”
- graphics41 mentions
- 73 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been widely praised for their charming and unique art style, blending whimsical and beautiful elements that create a visually stunning experience. Many reviewers noted the clean, timeless design and smooth animations, which enhance the overall gameplay and storytelling. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and immersion.
“I love the art style - stylized, and very clean - a timeless style that ages well.”
“The environment is absolutely stunning and the art style is somewhere between photo-realistic and claymation animation.”
“This game felt like a AAA outing - gorgeous visuals and animations, quality sound design, and slick responsive UI.”
“The art style is unique with a cartoony warped perspective; sound design is solid, and writing is... fine, I guess?”
“Graphics - 7 / 10”
“With a wobbly art style completely their own, the game creates a visually interesting and brilliantly new experience.”
- music18 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as pleasant and fitting, contributing positively to the atmosphere, though some reviewers noted it can be repetitive and not particularly memorable. While many appreciated the soundtrack for its quality and ability to enhance the experience, a few expressed a desire for improvement, suggesting it lacks the thrill and impact found in more iconic game scores. Overall, the music is seen as a solid but not standout element of the game.
“Endearingly pretty, great voice acting, music, sound; can't in fact come up with much of anything to critique.”
“The music was nice and added a great atmosphere.”
“Other highlights of this game include the lovely graphics, the polished mechanics, and a very enjoyable soundtrack.”
“The music is one of the things I would have liked to be improved.”
“The game has potential, but an awkward translation (I suspect), unprofessional music, slow pace to compensate for little story, and unclear save mechanic make me regret buying it.”
“[Soundtrack can be a nuisance, perhaps a little too easy for seasoned players, twist is maybe a little silly]”
- humor18 mentions
- 94 % positive mentions
- -11 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, featuring a blend of dry, sometimes cringy jokes and clever references to classic titles like Monkey Island, which some players found amusing. While there are funny moments and Easter eggs, many reviewers felt that the overall comedic impact was lacking, with a significant portion of the game feeling dull. Those who appreciate lighthearted, less challenging gameplay may enjoy the humor, but it may not resonate with everyone.
“Some funny easter eggs that give nods to other fairly well-known games in a similar genre.”
“The makers of this game really want you to know that they're fans of Monkey Island, due to its references, humor, and style.”
“Short, funny, and colorful.”
“The story is nothing new and probably the most used in this kind of game, and the game itself is not funny at all.”
“The humor falls flat and feels forced, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
“I expected some clever jokes, but instead, I was met with tired clichés and unoriginal gags.”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its intuitive and fluid mechanics, making it enjoyable for fans of the point-and-click genre, though some players find it linear and lacking depth. While the exploration and graphics are highlighted positively, criticisms include slow pacing, repetitive music, and a lack of engaging content, leading to mixed feelings about the overall experience.
“The gameplay is very intuitive, and if you have any experience with games in the genre, I recommend just skipping the tutorial.”
“It has a lot of mechanics that make a point and click very enjoyable to me.”
“When you start playing, the first thing you will experience is a smooth and easy working point & click gameplay.”
“Although the puzzles made sense and worked, I wish there was some more depth to the gameplay.”
“The gameplay is linear - seems to be normal in this genre.”
“Even if you love point and click, you might be disappointed; slow-paced gameplay did nothing for me, there are just 2.5 hours of drawn-out gameplay.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its engaging and inventive elements, enhanced by enjoyable music. However, some players feel that it lacks a thrilling quality, despite being fun and lighthearted.
“The music was nice and added a great atmosphere.”
“Great atmosphere; very engaging with inventive riddles.”
“+Atmosphere – fun, light, but still engaging.”
“The overall atmosphere wasn't very thrilling either, although I liked the music a lot.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be unremarkable and lacking excitement, serving more as a casual diversion rather than a frustrating experience. It offers a light-hearted break from more intense games, but ultimately feels uninspired.
“Don’t get me wrong, no one was annoying or tedious, it was all just… meh.”
“After playing a tedious, long, and much more serious game the rest of the weekend, this was the perfect antidote.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its wholesome story and accessible puzzles, making it suitable for both children and adults who appreciate a lighthearted adventure. Reviewers highlight its emotional appeal, emphasizing a sense of adventure and warmth throughout the experience.
“It'd be a great game for kids because the puzzles aren't too demanding and the story is fairly wholesome, but it's a nice short game for the young at heart as well.”
“Very cool and wholesome game that gave me a sense of adventure.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its seamless performance, with no crashes or stuttering reported, even during multitasking. However, some users noted that it may not be fully optimized for all devices, particularly when using Steam Link.
“Amazingly, I purchased this the day it was released and had no crashes, no wonky mouse, no stuttering, etc.; the game ran seamlessly in spite of me alt-tabbing a lot, and there was no accumulated memory drag on my machine from doing so.”
“I really prefer using a mouse and Steam Link, but the game does not seem optimized for porting to other devices. It works great with a mouse, but be careful not to fall asleep while playing on your iPad unplugged.”
“Amazingly, I purchased this the day it was released and had no crashes, no wonky mouse, no stuttering, etc. The game ran seamlessly despite me alt-tabbing a lot, and there was no accumulated memory drag on my machine from doing so.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report a high level of stability, with no glitches or technical issues noted during gameplay.
Critic Reviews
Willy Morgan and the Curse of Bone Town review
There are simply far better options available than Will Morgan and the Curse of Bone Town, and as such this cannot be recommended as anything near to the best the console offers.
50%Review – Willy Morgan and the Curse of Bone Town
It's a good game to get on sale, for the kids.
70%Willy Morgan: And the curse of Bone town PC Review
An original and captivating story-telling in a well made, well presented format. If you love your RPG narratives, you will love Willy Morgan: The curse of Bone Town.
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