Nightmare Adventures: The Turning Thorn Reviews

Super game. Difficult casual game, play it when you have time. Hoping for a sequel!

https://youtu.be/Hz1zungLbg0 In a secret laboratory hidden away from the world, a team of scientists were conducting a top-secret experiment. They had spent countless hours pouring over research, perfecting their techniques, and manipulating the building blocks of life. Finally, after months of work, they had created something truly amazing. With a flick of a switch and a flash of light, a creature like humanity came into being. It was a being unlike anything the world had ever seen before, with skin that shimmered like gold and eyes that glowed with an otherworldly light. As the creature was brought out of its chamber and into the world for the first time, the scientists watched in amazement as it took its first steps. It was a being of incredible intelligence and strength, capable of feats that defied human explanation. But the creature was not content to simply be a scientific experiment. It hungered for knowledge and understanding, seeking out new experiences and exploring the world around it. It was a being of infinite curiosity, constantly pushing the boundaries of what was possible. As the creature grew and evolved, it began to develop emotions and a sense of self. It became clear that this was not simply a scientific experiment, but a being with its own desires and dreams. Eventually, the creature came to understand that it was not alone in the world. It met other beings like itself, and together they explored the mysteries of the universe. They formed a community of creatures like humanity, each one unique and wondrous in its own way. And though the scientists who had created it watched from afar, marveling at their creation, they realized that they had given birth to something truly special. A being unlike any other, capable of changing the world in ways they could not even imagine. And as the creature continued to grow and thrive, it brought with it a sense of wonder and magic that filled the world with new possibilities.

The sequel to Witches' Prison, The Turning Thorn plunges you into the secrets of A.R.C.A.N.E. as they try to use Kiera Vale for their own ends. Decent game, worth playing. Buy the Nightmare Adventures bundle, though, as the first game helps you understand parts of the backstory better.

Another wonderfully dark but fun game I absolutely loved. I played part 1 (Blackwater Asylum/The Witch's Prison) years ago when I first got into these games, and when I found out there was supposed to be a part 2, I waited another couple of years to be able to buy it. And I have to say it was just as good as the first game. So first, the good points: Plotline: Basically it picks up where the first part left off (so I'd recommend playing part 1 first, it's not entirely necessary but would make it much more enjoyable) and has the same sort of dark vibe. While not the most realistic storyline (not many of these games are remotely realistic anyway) it's not the silliest, you can play it without being very actively aware that it's a totally childish exercise. I mean fair enough, these games are usually for like 7 to 12 year olds apparently, they're pretty tame and a total guilty pleasure for grown-ass adults but at least this one doesn't feel like it's meant for little kids. Adequately dark for my liking, with a hint of silliness in parts. General gameplay: Unlike many of my games, this is not in fact a HOG. In fact- you'll see what I mean if you play- it quite blatantly pokes fun at HOG's with that little bit of silly humour you'll find in it occasionally. If you played the first one, you'll know this already. So, it plays a bit like a room escape adventure game- or a HOG without, well, the hidden objects, I guess. That makes it a bit less tedious and fun in my opinion, but it's a matter of taste. The game is a decent length, and doesn't seem too rushed, which is another bonus for me. Graphics, sound and cutscenes: Cutscenes are tasteful, although the graphics aren't the most realistic they do very little characters moving around- the cutscenes are in pictures as opposed to dramatized scenes- so it lacks that corny element that makes me so uncomfortable in some other games. On occasion characters move, but it's done well enough. The sounds are good, none of this overbearing background music distracting you while you play. There are only a couple of slight niggles for me: primarily, the fact that it can be very difficult to find where you need to go at times and you don't get much help- that can make it challenging, or a bit frustrating depending on your mood. Another issue, that I should mention, was with my PC (I have no idea how it will function for other players) the first time I tried this game it glitched when it froze and my PC crashed, deleted an inventory item, and left me having to start over. The next time, nearer the end, bits of the screen went white and eventually all of the screen, and it had to be played in windowed mode to resolve that. I don't know if it's a bit glitchy in general or if my PC just isn't right for it, but generally my PC works fine with the vast majority of these games and this one was just a bit awkward, but still functioned for the most part. That aside, this game was really good fun, and I will most definitely be playing it again.

Don't buy, game has numerous bugs and the developer doesn't respond.

Surprisingly creepy. Nothing that's going to keep you up at night or scare you into soiling your pants. But the music is good, the plot (while full of trope) is fun, and the point-n-click is always a relaxing way to end the day. Bit glitchy sometimes, but nothing that just restarting the game does not fix.

This is the second of two games that go with each other. I absolutely love the story which is why I have replayed this and the other one at least two or three times since I got them. I also love the supernatural elements and magic mixed with sci-fi elements yet set in 'modern times'. I would love to play more games with these elements combined. I love horror, sci-fi, fantasy, together all set on earth and in modern times. It also has a mystery and puzzle element to it without being a HOG. Although I love HOGs, I love others too. So, these genres combined and the intriguing story and the developed characters are the reasons I continue to play it and will replay it many times in the future. I loved the style of the journal (also known as the PDA) and the use of photos taken by camera to help solve things without solving them for me. The game IS a few years old though and the graphics are ok but I loved that everything focused on the story and characters without getting sidetracked. All of this is true for both of these games. I would love to find more games like these two. I highly recommend these two games which don't cost a lot of money for such enjoyment.

This game was good! I love science-fiction mixed with fantasy. Honestly, it has a little bit of all genres. What can I say other than cheers to the developers of this series? I love Kiera Vale's adventure and I would want to know the rest of her story. For understanding of the plot, you need to play Nightmare Adventures: The Witch's Prison first and then The Turning Thorn. This game comes right after the main events. So, without further ado, I will list the good list and then the bad list. PROS: - Intriguing plot with mystery and suspence; - Realistic backgrounds and outwordly worlds; - Journal entries; - Photographic clues; - Various puzzles with diversified difficulty modes. CONS: - No fast travelling map; - No Steam achievements; - No trading cards. Of course, I'm not here for the achievements or for cards. I am here for the story and this, by far, is the best story I've participated in since True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 2. Congratulations!

What an odd game... Normally I play entire point and click games without any help or walkthroughs...well rarely at least, but this game was something else. I felt I was absolutly more interested in the story of the game, than many of the puzzles. There was also alot to read, so I'll guess I kinda got impatient (for a really patient guy normally). Because of the lack of achievements (I am happy for that this time), it was simpler to just push the hint button frequently or skip a puzzle, just to see the story....I tend to want to know how I solve a puzzle though, but a few of the minigames in this game I couldn't understand. So frustrating. In the end. I like that there was a good story, many fun puzzles, and a few horror elements. I'm gonna end it here with something weird. Whenever I started the game or alt tabbed, the game had to reload every single time. It didn't take a second, but almost half a minute each time, and that is really strange for a point and click game. The first game in this serie took only one second. I'll guess computer power doesn't mean a thing for this game. Recommend buying these two "Nightmare adventure" games in a bundle. If I am not wrong there will come more games in this serie, so watch out that too.

I love this game so much but it is not as easy as The Witches Prison. It's in all aspects, an adventure game. It doesn't have action sequences , which anyone who truly knows adventure point and click games will understand. It is full of written journals and back ground information which I KNOW the average player often overlooks. That's too bad as it is WITH the background info that the story is fully realised. It is a game to enjoy for the story, the puzzles(some of which are BRUTAL but not impossible). It has an AWESOME journal / photo system; the game takes pics of every clue that is discovered that might be important so we, the player have it handy. The story is explained as we progress through the journal too. Great back ground music; not intrusive but I felt it added another dimension to the game. Almost forgot to mention, the HUMOUR is delightful too........ I really wish the game developers had made a third sequel. Although it ends satisfactorily, there is more to the story....