Abnormal1999:The Compass and the Sand

by QZQ Studio

The Developer Says...

The fate of exile, like an endless river, carries Ann to a distant and unfamiliar land. A flame of unwavering determination burns within Ann's heart. She knows that one day, either Sam or SU will surely find her. Until then, Ann must find a way to escape this place.

Players Like...

❤ Puzzle-Solving Mechanics

Players take on the role of the protagonist, Ann, and must uncover the secrets of the exiled land to activate the compass and escape. The game's core gameplay revolves entirely around solving challenging mystery puzzles, with no deductive reasoning required. Players must carefully explore the environment, locate and collect clues, and use them to progress through the game.

❤ Flexible Camera Perspectives

The game allows players to freely switch between first-person and third-person perspectives. This enables them to explore the environment and interact with objects from different viewpoints, potentially providing new insights or revealing hidden clues.

❤ Navigational Challenges

Unlike previous entries in the series, this game has a more linear path, with a central point and four roads leading to different areas. Players must navigate through this landscape, removing fog to access new locations and uncover additional secrets.

❤ Consciousness-Based Abilities

The game introduces a new mechanic where players can use "consciousness" to interact with and defeat various enemies, which take the form of different emotions. By utilizing the right consciousness or strategy, players can overcome these challenges and progress through the game.

❤ Backtracking and Progression

As players gain new abilities or "consciousness" powers, they must frequently backtrack to previous locations to interact with objects that were previously inaccessible. This creates a sense of progression and encourages players to thoroughly explore the environment.

❤ Lack of Guidance

The game reduces the reliance on waypoints or visual aids, creating a more challenging experience. Players must carefully observe their surroundings and search for even the smallest of clues to solve the puzzles. While the lack of guidance can be daunting, it also contributes to the sense of accomplishment when players are able to progress through the game.

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