Players Like...
❤ Engaging Gameplay
Puzzles that require logical reasoning and problem-solving, not random guessing
Puzzles seamlessly integrated into the game's environment and narrative, providing a sense of coherence
Varied puzzle types and difficulties, offering a sustained challenge
❤ Compelling Narrative and World-Building
Intriguing backstory revealed through detailed environmental storytelling, like found notes and journals
Sense of mystery and curiosity surrounding the castle's former inhabitants and the cause of its abandonment
Organic integration of the puzzles into unraveling the castle's history and secrets
❤ Exploration and Discovery
Expansive, interconnected castle environment with many hidden rooms and secret passages to uncover
Methodical search of the environment rewarded with collectible items that provide a sense of completion
Flexibility to choose one's own path through the castle, encouraging personal investment in the exploration
❤ Quality of Life Features
Minimalist interface that avoids clutter and distractions, keeping the focus on the environment
Helpful design choices, such as restricting inventory to the current area and deactivating used hotspots
Options to mitigate frustration with pixel-hunting, like cursor changes and visual effects