Whoops, I thought we got tickets to the Pink Floyd light show. If there’s ever a “Broken Sword” movie, maybe Scott Bakula should play the self-deprecating, constantly sarcastic George. The finale of the game features an epic, magical display reminiscent of a scene from “Lord of Illusions.” Interestingly, there are several similarities between George Stobbart and paranormal detective Harry D’Amour. As with his page turning best sellers, it’s difficult to put down “ Broken Sword 5.” I began part two at a reasonable hour, and the credits were rolling at 1 AM. Much like the preceding act, and the entire franchise, there’s a clear Dan Brown influence. On second thought, maybe we should have just bought a ticket Plus there’s a hint button which tells you precisely what to do. Some of the riddles in the latter half of the game weren’t terribly intuitive, but in a day when too many games hold your hand the entire time, it’s actually refreshing. There’s plenty of action, humor, and challenge. What helps “ Broken Sword 5” excel is the faithfulness to the franchise. More than a few pleasantly unforeseen twists weasel their way into the plot, proving once again that gaming is a fantastic medium for storytelling. That’s some pretty elaborate graffitiĪction continues to build, and a smattering of familiar faces appears alongside some new but old friends. Well, Trevor and his matchbox mansion accompany George throughout the entire game, and the scuttling bug takes the stage in a ridiculously clever solution to a puzzle in part deux. During a particularly difficult sequence early in “Serpent’s Curse,” George adopts a pet cockroach, fondly known as Trevor. While the point and click formula doesn’t change, the challenges incorporate even the smallest of details. Continuing their investigation of the mysterious painting “La Maledicció,” both story and gameplay meet and exceed the precedent set by the first half. Picking up immediately where we left our daring protagonists, the sequel takes the pair to Catalonia. The first half of the game delivered gorgeous visuals, an engaging narrative, and inventive gameplay, setting a high standard for part two. After months of anxiously closing and reopening Steam, hoping for a massive “ Broken Sword 5: The Serpent’s Curse” update, the second half of Revolution Software’s point and click action-adventure title has arrived. When we left our heroes George Stobbart and Nico Collard, the duo was stranded on the roof of a burning building. Somehow I don’t think Santa is coming out of the secret passage in this fireplace. All rights reserved.Broken Sword 5: The Serpent’s Curse – Episode 2 Reviewed
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