Poetic thief on 19/3/2010 at 15:12
I just finished this game and....WOW. I'm only posting about it here because you guys seem to have different tastes from the typical gamer, and this game is definitely not for the typical gamer.
I can't explain too much of it without spoiling it, but an analogy I like to use is that this game is a combination of The Matrix and Alice in Wonderland.
Things start off normal, but like Neo, you suddenly find a rabbit which unwittingly takes you to Wonderland. Things get interesting because you just don't know how far down the rabbit hole goes ! And the rabbit hole goes pretty far down in Culpa Innata.
What I love about this game:
The atmosphere: It really sucks you into the world. Atmosphere, mood, and ambience are very important to me, and this game was one of the most immersive experiences I've had.
Indie developers: It was made by indie devs, but unfortunately financial issues are getting in the way of Culpa Innata 2. I like supporting indie devs with unique games
Sheer originality: This is is a deep game, and not for everyone
You choices have consequence: The puzzles take the form of questions. It might not seem like it, but in this game, every question you ask in dialogue is important,also the order in which you ask the questions are important. You could replay the game and things will unfold differently if you make different dialogue choices.
Voice acting: it might grow on you like an acquired taste
What I did NOT like:
Voice acting: It might grow on you, but at first, it is off-putting and some are downright atrocious
Getting stuck: A Few bizarre Graphical glitches could make you get stuck or make you think that you're stuck. You also have to pay attention to every little thing someone says or you might miss the next step. Thankfully, these issues are kept down to a minimum, and I only consulted a walk through twice.
So, yeah. Just felt like praising this game, and possibly making more people aware of it. It's NOT [/I for everyone, but if you get into it, you'll be in for a treat.
(If you want the game, you should probably hunt down the downloadable UK or uncut version. The regular US version on CD's removed some sexual cutscenes, because people are afraid of sex here in America )
mgeorge on 19/3/2010 at 17:27
I've played this game, and have to agree somewhat on your opinions. I got into an adventure game kick a few years ago to check out the genre. Most of them are crap with bunches of illogical puzzles that have no bearing on the story or game. But there are several worth playing and I agree this is one of them.
It's one of the few that doesn't follow a completely linear path which is a refreshing breath of fresh air in the genre, and the gameworld is very well thought out with a fascinating, (although illogical), backstory. However it is an adventure game that comes with the genre's strengths and weaknesses. Some of the puzzles were downright obtuse, and there are plotholes in the story that are never explained.
My problem with it is that the best part of the game, the renovators, wasn't explored deeply enough. I know there was a planned sequel but it doesn't appear that it will see the light of day which is disappointing.
Still though definitely worth checking out for fans of AG's.
EvaUnit02 on 19/3/2010 at 18:46
OP, thanks for not providing a single link.:rolleyes:
Ostriig on 19/3/2010 at 21:49
God forbid you hit Google and discover there's just one single "thing" called Culpa Innata out there before getting all huffy and puffy.
june gloom on 19/3/2010 at 22:17
It's just the polite thing to do is all.
EvaUnit02 on 20/3/2010 at 03:12
Thank you. If you're trying to create a talking point, you shouldn't make others do the leg work which you should've done in the first place.
Jason Moyer on 20/3/2010 at 03:24
Don't mind Eva, he's just confused because there weren't 5 articles about it that he could link to the moment they were posted on RPS.
mothra on 20/3/2010 at 13:33
yeah, I thought Eva knows those links by heart. could'v posted it without thinking
Aerothorn on 20/3/2010 at 15:59
I remember this coming out but somehow completely forgot about it. Thanks for the heads up. Been a long time since I played an adventure game with good writing - Overclocked had a nice concept but the writing/voice acting was too awkward for me to really get into it, though I'll give it another shot one of these days.
