The perfunctory effort in its dialogues and descriptions, still vital parts of any traditional adventure, point to a development process that must have been more of a chore than a labor of love. Whether that’s true or not, it’s an impression that inevitably taints the experience of playing the first episode of The Order of the Thorne and one that Infamous Quests have to reverse if they’re going to recapture the brilliance of their earlier work in its upcoming installments.
The Order of the Thorne - The King's Challenge
Infamous Quests · Jan 26, 2016
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In a world far away, a tale of great adventure is coming to the land of Uir. Join Finn the bard on his quest to write 'the greatest ballad ever' as he undertakes "The King's Challenge". Every ten years, the ruler of the Faerie Realm, King Quilhairn, offers up his latest challenge to those brave enough to undertake the quest. Their prize? One wish, any wish that is within his power to grant, and the prestige of being lauded as "Hero of the Faerie Kingdom". Do you have the will and determination to guide Finn on his quest? Play your magic lute to discover the secrets of the land and entertain its people. Meet all kinds of interesting creatures, and prove your worth in this classic point and click adventure. Be a Bard! The challenge awaits!!
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- 4.5For those who grew up in the 80’s playing King’s Quest, this game may be worth it for you. It’s not ludicrously priced, but for three hours of gameplay (which could easily be two and a half hours if you are halfway decent at solving puzzles) there really isn’t much that can be added to the game’s cost anyway. Overall, while The Order of the Thorne tastes like candy, it is clear that there is little else of value once the nostalgia-rush fades.
- 4.0A world that makes Disneyland feel threatening in comparison, a cast of the most lifeless characters imaginable, a look that is as pretty as it is uninspiring, and a level of challenge that's insulting to the average adventure gamer. In other words: Order of the Thorne: The King's Challenge isn't just mediocre, but mediocre to the point of annoyance!
- 7.0The Order of the Thorne – The King’s Challenge non offre infatti enigmi degni di nota se non per qualche astuta combinazione di oggetti, ma è godibile dall’inizio alla fine e mette in campo un discreto numero di PNG con cui parlare, mentre le location non sono molte e il doppiaggio inglese dei personaggi secondari fa venire i brividi (questa volta non di piacere).
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