Great Graphics, Great Storylines & Great Game Play

gjustinj · 10-12-2009, 10:53 AM

Hey Guys,

I just started the new Telltale Tales of Monkey Island, and I am enjoying them a lot. I can't wait for part 4 to come out... But I am interested in your opinions on some adventure games that have great graphics, basically within todays industry standards, and great storylines.. the kind that keep you interested. Also, great game play - easy to use Graphic User Interface and lots of exciting puzzles.

Any opinions?

*Fantasysci5* · 10-12-2009, 12:52 PM

Well, I would say "The Longest Journey", but some people don't think the graphics held up with today's standards (me not amongst them). I loved the graphics, story especially, and puzzles from "The Lost Crown".

3rdFloor · 10-12-2009, 12:58 PM

Hello! About a gazillion games come to mind!

The recent ones from City Interactive (Art of Murder 1 & 2, Chronicles of Mystery) have great graphics, decent plots, and fun puzzles too. They are clearly not favorites around these parts though. But regardless, I had a good time exploring and finding my way through them. Any adventure from Kheops also feature immersive qualities with their first-person presentation and high level of polish, not to mention well-researched stories (those definitely kept me interested until the last minute).

Aside from those, and since you're asking about recent titles, my remaining suggestion would be to check out Telltale's other series. Also, a visit to AG's reviews section might offer many more fun games, depending on your personal tastes.

Have fun!

gjustinj · 10-12-2009, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Fantasysci5

Well, I would say "The Longest Journey", but some people don't think the graphics held up with today's standards (me not amongst them). I loved the graphics, story especially, and puzzles from "The Lost Crown".

I beat it, but the graphics are far out of date for my likings these days - but that was an excellent game.

orient · 10-12-2009, 03:37 PM

Still Life has some of the nicest graphics for an adventure (pre-rendered backdrops), even though it's a few years old. It also has a great storyline and overall, the gameplay is great, save for one or two tough puzzles. I highly recommend it if you're into dark and gritty murder mysteries. Of course there's Syberia I & II...I don't know if these are the types of games you're after because the graphics are slightly dated.

Apparently Perry Rhodan has real up-to-date visuals but I haven't played it myself.

Gamegirl · 10-12-2009, 04:03 PM

I would say Dreamfall fits the bill for me. I'll always love that game.

gjustinj · 10-12-2009, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Gamegirl

I would say Dreamfall fits the bill for me. I'll always love that game.

Beat that one too.

I'm looking for newer (but purchasable) adventure games w/ great industry leading graphics, good game play, long game play, fun and hard puzzles with great story - sure that does sound like a lot.. hehe.

gjustinj · 10-12-2009, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by orient

Still Life has some of the nicest graphics for an adventure (pre-rendered backdrops), even though it's a few years old. It also has a great storyline and overall, the gameplay is great, save for one or two tough puzzles. I highly recommend it if you're into dark and gritty murder mysteries. Of course there's Syberia I & II...I don't know if these are the types of games you're after because the graphics are slightly dated.

Apparently Perry Rhodan has real up-to-date visuals but I haven't played it myself.

I beat Siberia II, wasn't for me. Too fantasy like.

Intrepid Homoludens · 10-12-2009, 04:19 PM

Waiting for the release of Heavy Rain before I make any judgments.

gjustinj · 10-12-2009, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Intrepid Homoludens

Waiting for the release of Heavy Rain before I make any judgments.

Aye, I got a PS3 just for this game (that never released).

There have got to be some good (even PC only) titles that have great graphics, and are a lot fun, etc?

orient · 10-12-2009, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by gjustinj

I beat Siberia II, wasn't for me. Too fantasy like.

Still Life? It's not fantasy.

*Fantasysci5* · 10-12-2009, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by gjustinj

I beat it, but the graphics are far out of date for my likings these days - but that was an excellent game.

We you talking about "The Longest Journey", or "The Lost Crown"? I thought "The Lost Crown" graphics, although the character animations are poor, that the backgrounds are so detailed and presented in such a unique way, that it was a really moving experience for me, and why it's my 2nd favorite game, after "The Longest Journey.

The stories of both were just bind blowing.

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Originally Posted by gjustinj

Beat that one too.

I'm looking for newer (but purchasable) adventure games w/ great industry leading graphics, good game play, long game play, fun and hard puzzles with great story - sure that does sound like a lot.. hehe.

I would have said "Dreamfall", but people say the puzzles weren't that good...

booB · 10-12-2009, 08:05 PM

For its time, The Longest Journey wins this category, hands down, but by today's standards, of course, the graphics are extremely outdated. Dreamfall loses, on account of the gameplay. There wasn't enough gameplay IN Dreamfall to make it "great".

I'm sort of surprised no one has mentioned Culpa Innata yet. I haven't played it yet, but I've heard only good things.

Intrepid Homoludens · 10-12-2009, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Fantasysci5

I would have said "Dreamfall", but people say the puzzles weren't that good...

I can vouch for that. Ragnar Tornquist and his team did try to make it more accessible to mainstreamers who aren't that familiar with cerebral challenges, but it seems they went overboard. I wish they had been more creative with the challenges. The combat and stealth were pathetic, not well researched at all and ended up being superficial. The graphics were serviceable - if you had been playing nothing but games from 1999. But compared to many other 3D games at the time it came out it's poor.

But Tornquist is an exceptional storyteller and that is the absolute saving strength of Dreamfall.

Little Writer · 10-12-2009, 09:42 PM

It's funny how many threads always end up at the same discussions

What you're asking for here is the perfect game, something which incorporates all three major gaming demands. People will always have their favorites, sure, but I don't think such a game truly exists.

mylesb · 10-13-2009, 02:18 AM

Runaway 1 and 2? Ceville, Blackwell?

Cheers,
Myles Blasonato.

AndreaDraco83 · 10-13-2009, 02:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Intrepid Homoludens

But Tornquist is an exceptional storyteller and that is the absolute saving strength of Dreamfall.

Agree.

As for the main question, let me see: you're searching for an adventure with top-notch graphics (as in mainstream top-notch); long, creative gameplay and great story...

... Unfortunately the last game that fits this bill was released in 1999

Intrepid Homoludens · 10-13-2009, 02:41 AM

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Originally Posted by AndreaDraco83

let me see: you're searching for an adventure with top-notch graphics (as in mainstream top-notch); long, creative gameplay and great story...

... Unfortunately the last game that fits this bill was released in 1999

LMAO! Too funny.

nonax · 10-13-2009, 11:05 AM

If you like the MI episodes you might also consider Sam & Max and Wallace & Gromit from TellTale. Same kind of humor and storytelling.
For more serious adventures I would recommend the Sherlock Holmes series, especially Nemesis (also called vs Arsene Lupin).
Further not mentioned yet but worth a try imho: Secret Files 2, Nostradamus, Dracula 3: Path of the Dragon.

gjustinj · 10-13-2009, 11:19 AM

Well,

I really am enjoying Tales of Monkey Island, and Sam & Maxx is okay, but not as good. Tales of Monkey Island has great game play, puzzles, graphics, and story - this is what I'm looking for. Any games have all of this?

BTW, I'm a huge fan of stylized art (like Tales of Monkey Island)

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Fantasysci5 Stalker of Britain Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Missouri, US Posts: 4,535	Well, I would say "The Longest Journey", but some people don't think the graphics held up with today's standards (me not amongst them). I loved the graphics, story especially, and puzzles from "The Lost Crown". Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ "And everyone's favourite anglophile, Fantasy!"-Intense Favorite Adventure Games-Lost Crown/Dark Fall 1&2, Longest Journey games, Myst games, Barrow Hill Favorite Other Games-King's Bounty, Sims 2, Fable, Disciples 2 Gold Currently Playing-Trine 2 Games I Want-Kings Bounty: Warriors of the North!!!, Asylum, Last Crown, Braken Tor, Testament of Sherlock Holmes

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3rdFloor Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Montréal Posts: 290	Hello! About a gazillion games come to mind! The recent ones from City Interactive (Art of Murder 1 & 2, Chronicles of Mystery) have great graphics, decent plots, and fun puzzles too. They are clearly not favorites around these parts though. But regardless, I had a good time exploring and finding my way through them. Any adventure from Kheops also feature immersive qualities with their first-person presentation and high level of polish, not to mention well-researched stories (those definitely kept me interested until the last minute). Aside from those, and since you're asking about recent titles, my remaining suggestion would be to check out Telltale's other series. Also, a visit to AG's reviews section might offer many more fun games, depending on your personal tastes. Have fun! Share Share this post on Twitter

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booB Junior Mint Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA Posts: 350	For its time, The Longest Journey wins this category, hands down, but by today's standards, of course, the graphics are extremely outdated. Dreamfall loses, on account of the gameplay. There wasn't enough gameplay IN Dreamfall to make it "great". I'm sort of surprised no one has mentioned Culpa Innata yet. I haven't played it yet, but I've heard only good things. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ *I'm in my undies. That's... SO not appropriate.*

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Little Writer Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Belgium Posts: 534	It's funny how many threads always end up at the same discussions What you're asking for here is the perfect game, something which incorporates all three major gaming demands. People will always have their favorites, sure, but I don't think such a game truly exists. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ "There's a difference between knowing you are, and simply being." Just finished:Jurassic Park, Mata Hari Playing now:Assassin's Creed 2, So Blonde To be continued:Final Fantasy 13

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nonax Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 214	If you like the MI episodes you might also consider Sam & Max and Wallace & Gromit from TellTale. Same kind of humor and storytelling. For more serious adventures I would recommend the Sherlock Holmes series, especially Nemesis (also called vs Arsene Lupin). Further not mentioned yet but worth a try imho: Secret Files 2, Nostradamus, Dracula 3: Path of the Dragon. Share Share this post on Twitter

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gjustinj Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 18	Well, I really am enjoying Tales of Monkey Island, and Sam & Maxx is okay, but not as good. Tales of Monkey Island has great game play, puzzles, graphics, and story - this is what I'm looking for. Any games have all of this? BTW, I'm a huge fan of stylized art (like Tales of Monkey Island) Share Share this post on Twitter

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