- November 10, 2016
- Pendulo Studios
- 8h median play time
Yesterday Origins
Repetitiveness, occasional frustrating puzzles and a couple of technical hitches may put you off Yesterday Origin, but if you persevere you will find an enjoyable, conspiracy thriller.
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About
"Yesterday Origins" is a thrilling adventure game that explores the story of John Yesterday, an immortal man who has lived for centuries and has seen it all. Players will uncover the origins of John's immortality, navigate through various eras of history, and unravel a conspiracy that spans across time. Featuring complex puzzles and a rich narrative, the game provides an engaging and satisfying experience.











- Engaging and intricate story with unexpected twists that keep players invested.
- Beautiful art style and solid voice acting enhance the overall experience.
- Improved gameplay mechanics and character development compared to the previous game.
- Clunky controls and a frustrating user interface make gameplay cumbersome.
- Numerous bugs and technical issues, including crashes and overlapping audio, detract from immersion.
- Some puzzles are overly obscure, requiring specific sequences that can lead to unnecessary frustration.
story
259 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe story is a standout feature of the game, praised for its depth, intriguing twists, and engaging character development, particularly in its exploration of dark themes such as death and betrayal. While it serves as both a prequel and sequel to the original game, players noted that familiarity with the first installment enhances the experience. Despite some criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics and pacing, the narrative's richness and complexity keep players invested throughout.
“The big stand-out with this game (and most of Pendulo Studios' games in general) is the story.”
“They always knock the story out of the park, and without spoiling anything, the twists and plot reveals in this game are second-to-none.”
“The game's core strength lies in its storytelling.”
“The story felt a little lackluster.”
“Admittedly, the plot does not offer huge surprises, as most of it is predictable.”
“I also couldn't get past John's actual story; it seemed like he's been a passive character for all of his life and his redeeming arc didn't feel fully realized.”
Yesterday Origins XBox One Review
A story of a guy, a girl and the search for living forever with out losing your memory every time you come back from the dead.
58%Yesterday Origins Review
Yesterday Origins has a strong cast of characters, an intriguing plot, and beautiful presentation. When you manage to work it all out, the game can be a real joy, but when things go wrong, it can be frustratingly slow and pedantic. Like its narrative, it jumps back in time to remind us of when games were far more frustrating and constrained. It brings back elements of gaming's past that we like, but it also brings back those that we don't. We've come a long way, but if all those troubles feel far away, well Yesterday Origins, to quote The Beetles, makes them look "as though they're here to stay".
60%Yesterday Origins Review
Repetitiveness, occasional frustrating puzzles and a couple of technical hitches may put you off Yesterday Origin, but if you persevere you will find an enjoyable, conspiracy thriller.
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