This is a real nice indie gem that showcases WadjetEye's signature style. The pixel art is great as always, pulling you into its dystopian world, while the richness of the story keeps you hooked from start to finish. The voice acting is top-notch, bringing the characters to life and enhancing their development throughout the game. Gameplay is pleasantly straightforward, making it accessible for newcomers. However, some dialogues can feel a bit too long, potentially testing the patience of players looking for quicker pacing. I found myself scratching my head a few times, but that’s likely just my own n00b thinking. Overall, Shardlight is another enjoyable title from Wadjet Eye. I'm becoming a bigger fan with each game I come across!
After playing Call of Juarez: Gunslinger, I decided to go back to this original 2006 release, and it was a rewarding experience. The game offers a well-told Wild West story. The dual perspectives give the story depth, and the setting—dusty towns and wide-open deserts—is nicely captured. However, the gameplay can feel a bit clunky at times. There were moments where I got stuck or struggled with awkward controls, and the enemy's movement is often predictable. While the gunfights are satisfying, especially with dual pistols, some encounters did feel repetitive. Despite these flaws, the story and atmosphere shine through. For fans of the Western genre, the game delivers a solid, immersive experience. While it might not stand up to modern standards, Call of Juarez remains a memorable FPS, offering an enjoyable ride for anyone who loves a good Western tale.
If you're a fan of pixel art, engaging voice acting, and clever storytelling, Three Minutes to Eight is a hidden gem that you might just enjoy. From the moment you start playing, the charming pixel art style draws you in, creating an atmospheric world full of intriguing characters. The voice acting is top-notch, adding personality and life to the already compelling narrative. The story itself is ingeniously crafted. There’s this sense of progression where you feel like you’re getting closer to the truth with every interaction and choice you make, and I love that feeling of slowly piecing everything together. The game does a great job of keeping you invested, and it’s satisfying to watch things unfold, even if you’re only one step closer each time. Gameplay is simple and easy to pick up, which means you can focus more on the story and less on complex mechanics. It’s a great balance, and for casual gamers or those who just want to immerse themselves in a good story, Three Minutes to Eight fits the bill perfectly. That said, there are a few things that can be a little off-putting after a while. The repetition, especially in the interactions, can become a bit dull. For example, hearing “The end is nigh!” for the hundredth time starts to wear thin. While the game does a good job of keeping you hooked, there’s definitely a point where the repetitive dialogue can detract from the otherwise engaging experience. Overall, Three Minutes to Eight offers a unique blend of storytelling, easy gameplay, and pixel art charm that’s worth checking out, even if some of the repetition can get a little grating. It's a game that's best enjoyed in moderation, especially if you're a fan of slower-paced narrative games with a retro aesthetic.
Love how the creators toyed with the A.I. narrative (or AN ai narrative anyway). Lovely gameplay. I like my pixel point-and-click adventures and this one was very fun to play. Still have a few paths to go. Nice to be able to replay it and get a different playthrough and ending. How very Blade Runner. Great voice acting too.
What a great series of games. The story is what made me want to play them back to back. Voice-acting and dialogue is great. It's even funny too. And I love pixels. Normaly i'm not into the supernatural storyline, but this one got me hooked. I just wanted to play all 5 games (Blackwell Epiphany is sold seperately) just to see the end to the tale. I have to agree with other commenters that it's a light adventure game. The story itself gets a lot of room. But I am a sucker for pixel hunting, so I liked it a lot. I found that some puzzles were quite simple (which means that they're hard for me) and I didn't quite get the matching of clues right away. Nonetheless, a very enjoyable series of games along the likes of The Excavation of Hob's Barrow and others here at GOG. A job well done by Wadyet Eye Games.
What a wonderful game this is. The gameplay was swift and the pixel-art beautiful. Its gameplay reminded me strongly of King's Quest VI, only Hob's Barrow has a much darker script. Although it doesn't set out that way. Well thought out dialogues are both pleasant and dark alike. The voice acting is great, the music as well. The storyline sucks you right in. I wanted to keep playing to see where the story would take me. If you like horror that is not too gory (is that a word?), this might be a good fit. It's up to you to decide if the story is hogwash, or not. This adventure game is quite easy going in terms of playabilitiy. By that I mean that I didn't get stuck often. For me it had the right balance between using your head versus 'just following along'. I liked her eloquent curses. :) It doesn't get 5 stars because in some parts of the game, I would have liked to be able to do a bit more myself: some dialogue is a bit long-winded. But other than that: great work from the studio!
