Description
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Title: Broken Age
Genre: Adventure, Casual, Indie
Developer: Double Fine Productions
Publisher: Double Fine Productions
Release Date: January 28, 2014
Languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish – Spain, Russian
Description:
Overview:
“Broken Age” is a family-friendly, hand-animated, puzzle-filled adventure game that tells a timeless coming-of-age story. Designed by industry legend Tim Schafer and funded through a record-breaking crowdfunding campaign, this game features an all-star cast including Elijah Wood, Jack Black, and Masasa Moyo.
Storyline:
The narrative follows two teenagers, Vella Tartine and Shay Volta, who find themselves in seemingly similar predicaments but in radically different worlds:
Vella Tartine: Lives in a village where she’s chosen to be sacrificed to a monstrous creature known as Mog Chothra. However, Vella isn’t one to accept her fate passively and decides to fight back.
Shay Volta: Resides on an automated spaceship, where his life is controlled and protected by a maternal computer system. Feeling restless, Shay seeks to break free and experience real adventures.
Players can switch between the stories of Vella and Shay at any time, exploring how their paths intertwine and how they might help each other take control of their lives.
Gameplay:
Point-and-Click Adventure: Navigate through beautiful, hand-drawn environments with a classic point-and-click interface. Click to move, interact, and solve puzzles.
Dual Protagonists: Alternate between Vella and Shay, each with unique challenges and puzzles tailored to their environment and backstory.
Puzzle Solving: Engage with a variety of puzzles ranging from logical to whimsical, designed to advance the story and character development.
Humor and Heart: The game is punctuated with witty dialogue and comedic elements, alongside moments of genuine emotion and character growth.
Features:
Art and Animation: The game’s art is a blend of traditional animation techniques with modern technology, resulting in a visually enchanting experience.
Voice Acting: Features performances by notable actors, bringing depth to the characters’ personalities and interactions.
Soundtrack: Composed by Peter McConnell, known for his work on “Grim Fandango” and “Psychonauts,” the music enhances the game’s atmosphere and storytelling.
Achievements: Earn achievements for various accomplishments in the game, adding replay value for completionists.
Community and Reception:
Reviews: “Broken Age” has received generally positive reviews for its storytelling, art style, and voice acting, though some critiques focus on the difficulty of puzzles in later parts of the game.
Community: There’s an active community on Steam with guides for puzzles, discussions on the narrative, and fan art sharing.
This game not only revives the charm of classic point-and-click adventures but also adds a fresh, modern twist, making it a must-play for fans of the genre or anyone looking for a heartfelt, comedic, and engaging story.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Windows macOSSteamOS + Linux
MINIMUM:
OS: Windows XP Service Pack 3
Processor: 1.7 GHz Dual Core
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260, ATI Radeon 4870 HD, Intel HD 3000, or equivalent card with at least 512 MB VRAM
DirectX: Version 9.0
Storage: 2500 MB available space
Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card
Additional Notes: Must have OpenGL 3 with GLSL version 1.3
RECOMMENDED:
OS: Windows 7
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo at 2.2 GHz, AMD Athlon 64 2.2Ghz
Memory: 3 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460, AMD Radeon HD 6850
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 2500 MB available space
Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card
Additional Notes: Must have OpenGL 3 with GLSL version 1.3. Some users may need to disable Steam overlay.
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