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Riddles Of The Past

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2016

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Quick resume

Riddles Of The Past is a Hidden Object game with detective story and post apocalyptic atmosphere.

Global score

80/100

Genres

Casual, Indie

Pros

  • Unique hidden object mechanics
  • Pleasant art style and music
  • Interesting mystery story
  • Easy achievements
  • Fast travel map

Cons

  • Very short gameplay length
  • Simple and easy puzzles
  • Annoying hint dog animation and sound
  • Minimal replay value
  • Some translation and voice acting issues

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    3

    "Players have freedom to explore multiple locations and solve puzzles at their own pace, with some guidance from map and hints."

  • Competence
    -2

    "Puzzles are generally easy and straightforward, with some players noting minimal challenge and ability to skip puzzles."

  • Competition
    -5

    "No competitive elements or comparison to others; purely single-player casual experience."

  • Continuation
    -3

    "Short game length (2-4 hours) and minimal replay value lead to limited long-term engagement."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Entirely single-player with no multiplayer or cooperative features."

  • Creativity
    2

    "Unique hidden object mechanics involving combining items and interactive puzzles rather than standard hidden object scenes."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others."

  • Escapism
    3

    "Post-apocalyptic setting and mystery story provide immersive escape from reality."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for casual enjoyment and puzzle solving, not out of obligation."

  • Experimenting
    2

    "Some novelty in puzzle mechanics and item usage encourages trying new approaches."

  • Exploration
    3

    "Many locations to visit and explore with a fast travel map supporting discovery."

  • Expression
    -5

    "No character customization or self-expression features."

  • Fantasy
    2

    "Fictional post-apocalyptic narrative with robots and mystery elements, but grounded in a plausible setting."

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "No community or social interaction aspects; solo play only."

  • Growth
    -3

    "Limited learning or skill development due to simple puzzles and linear progression."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay typical of point-and-click adventure games."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention during puzzle solving and exploration; not a background or idle game."

  • Intimacy
    -5

    "No close social or emotional relationships formed through gameplay."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management roles."

  • Progression
    3

    "Progression through collecting and combining items to unlock new areas and puzzles."

  • Relaxation
    4

    "Casual pace, easy puzzles, and atmospheric music create a relaxing experience."

  • Sensation
    2

    "Pleasant visuals and music provide moderate sensory enjoyment without intense stimulation."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social recognition or status systems."

  • Story
    3

    "Narrative-driven with comic-style cutscenes and mystery plot, though story is considered average."

  • Strategy
    -2

    "Puzzles require some problem solving but are mostly simple and straightforward."

  • Thrill
    -3

    "Low suspense and risk; calm and steady gameplay."

  • Value
    3

    "Good value especially when purchased on sale; short but satisfying experience."

  • Violence
    -5

    "No violent or destructive gameplay elements."

  • Survival
    -4

    "No survival mechanics or threat avoidance; stable and safe gameplay environment."

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