Krystopia: Nova´s Journey

I was really looking forward to [b]krystopia: nova's journey[/b] because [url=https://steamcommunity.com/id/dohi64/recommended/1172170]krystopia: a puzzle adventure[/url] from last year was a lot of fun. I didn't have high expectations, just wanted more of the same, and while the two games are very similar indeed, I still ended up being disappointed, partly because it's a buggy mess and costs twice as much as the original for about the same amount of content, plus some other issues. [b]it can be played on its own[/b] and it's basically the same thing gameplay-wise with the same puzzle types (mostly light redirecting, often with some timing, plus various symbols), and a few new ones thrown in for good measure. sadly, [b]they did away with the awesome diorama-like levels[/b] and it plays like your average 3rd-person point & click adventure now. along with the dioramas [b]the solitary mood is gone as well[/b]. while the first game was mostly a puzzler with some narrative injected here and there, this is more of an adventure with an actual plot and characters. after finding your companion, you can [b]switch between the two of you at any time[/b], but it's only necessary in a handful of situations. there are also a bunch of npcs to talk to, so [b]the world is more lively[/b], but I preferred the 'solo explorer in an unknown world' setup, especially because [b]the characters are not great[/b]. the graphics still look good and the voiceover lady did a great job once again, but only during cutscenes and relic descriptions, as [b]none of the dialog is voiced[/b], only annoying grunts and random noises during [b]conversations that were clearly written by a 5-year-old[/b]. and here's another lazy thing: [b]there is zero difference between the two endings[/b]. same cutscene, same epilogue, no matter who you side with at the end. collectibles (relics) for more lore and breakable pots for stress relief are present once again, and [b]rotating stuff works better now, plus right click can be used to zoom out[/b]. these are the only two improvements compared to the first game, and even right click can bug out. [b]saving anytime is still possible[/b], only by going back to the menu though, and some stuff (pots, half-solved puzzles) resets next time you continue, plus cutscenes have to be skipped every time. unfortunately, it's still better than most games where lazy and/or incompetent devs can't be bothered to provide a proper save system or at least frequent enough checkpoints. not that these guys are flawless, far from it. the game is [b]a lot buggier than the first[/b] and there are still no separate volume settings and toggles, so one could mute annoying gibberish and maybe hear what little voiceover there is without the overpowering music. right click should also put away the currently examined object, a hotspot indicater wouldn't go amiss either, and x/y axis flip would be handy for camera controls, though panning around is 100% useless and unnecessary, so I guess there's not much point. while it's mostly more of the same, including the [b]roughly 3-hour playtime[/b], it's also less in many ways and [b]definitely not worth full price, even half would be too much[/b]. make sure to wait for a major sale before picking it up and play the first game in the meantime, it's a lot better even at full price, but can be had for peanuts during sales.

[quote][url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/32732116-IndieGems/]Follow our curator page: [b]IndieGems[/b] if you like and want to see more reviews like this one.[/url][/quote] [i]Krystopia: Nova's Journey[/i] is a puzzle adventure game that is the second game in the [i]Krystopia[/i] series. You do not need to play the first game to play this one. There are three chapters with plenty of fun puzzles. However, there is perhaps a little too much dialogue and does not fit well in the game. But it's a worthwhile experience for the puzzles to play through this game. [h1]Gameplay[/h1] It's a point and click puzzle adventure, so you can expect to interact with the environment and solve puzzles in order to advance the story. [h1]Graphics[/h1] The graphics are very good, everything is very colourful and the low poly artwork works pretty well here. [h1]Music & Sounds[/h1] There's not much to the music, and the sound effects are fine. The dialogue sounds are a bit too much sometimes from repetitions. [h1]Controls[/h1] You can play the game fully with a mouse. [h1]Gameplay Video[/h1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sUIUP6j6n4A [h1]Pricing[/h1] The overall game is fairly short, only about 3-4 hours. So you can decide if the price is worthwhile or you can wait for a sale. [h1]Verdict[/h1] [i]Krystopia[/i] has some really good puzzles and they are fun to solve. Even if there's too much dialogue at times that makes the game feel kind of off-pace, I will still go ahead and give it a thumbs up because the puzzles are so enjoyable. Score: 7/10 [quote]I received the product for free. I did not receive any compensation to write this review. The opinions represented here are entirely my own and were not influenced in any way.[/quote]

This is a wonderful sequel to the first Krystopia game I played. The puzzles I grew to love are still here, but with more complexity to them. I'm continuously impressed by the lore and world building that the devs are able to put into a puzzle game. There are more characters now, more vivid artwork, and the dialogue is rich. Aside from the old puzzles, there are also new ones and new dynamics into solving them such as cute little companion. Interacting with the environment was big in the first game, but it's even more important now. I can't believe I'm saying this, but I was on my toes playing this. I was on my toes in a puzzle game. That says a lot. Given the bigger emphasis on story this time around, searching for bonus items for the chapters is even more rewarding. It's excitingly new, and I'm more than happy with this sequel.

I played the first game, and whilst not great, it was fun enough. This one is nowhere near as fun. It's just slide and push puzzles, one after the other after the other. If that's your idea of a good time, then have at it. I got most of the way through before getting bored and annoyed.

I just download the game and came back to put a review I had fun with it! Damn that's an awesome game with HD graphics and attention to details. Wanna play it till the end. Definitely an addictive one. Thumps up! Cheers

This is a really nice puzzle game! The puzzles have a good challenge level for me and the graphics and music are awesome. I played the first Krystopia and the story and characters are a nice addition to the concept, it brings a lot more immersion and dimension to the lore. The only thing missing is I'd love to have even more puzzles where you have to use Skrii, I really like that mechanic and Skrii is super cute. Overall, a good challenge for a good price if you like puzzle games and point-and-click style games!

Finally! Another amazing krystopia game! This one is a bit more tricky which makes it more fun. New creative puzzles and maps are mind blowing because of the cool graphics. The first feeling you get when playing the game is that something is not right. It's a creepy story that is scary both to read and listen to when first starting the game. Every item with a message that comes with it makes you think; what could have caused that? The music is good, it fits the game and it's almost the same as the first game. The game is very relaxing. You forget all the other things and it makes you focus on the game itself. The game itself is cool, but it's almost the same as the first game. Almost all of the puzzles are the same "type" of puzzles. It's all about getting that blue energy to the right position. But overall it's a great game with much to explore! If you liked Krystopia: A puzzle jurney, then this is a must have!

Thumbs up for this puzzle, adventure game!!! This game is really enjoyable to play. The puzzles are challenging and the storyline is fun to follow. I love the Skrii character the most! He is adorable and really adds a spark to the game. Also, the environment of the game is absolutely beautiful! The graphics are very detailed with vivid colors. It is really mesmerizing. I enjoy collecting the relics. Items in the environment are next level creative. The game cost is worth every penny!!

Krystopia: Nova's Journey is an awesome puzzle game that had me on my toes. Everything exceeded my expectations from the awesome music to the puzzles. I like how it feels like your playing a Legend Of Zelda game, but it has more puzzles. I definetely recommend this for all ages and I would give it a 5 star review. The devs, Antler Interactive did an awesome job with this game as they did with Krystopia: A Puzzle Journey. This is easily a game people can play for hours trying to figure out what they should do to solve the puzzles. Overall, This is a game that anyone can play and have lot's of fun! At least I did :).

Cozy mystery puzzler on an alien planet. You try to uncover what happened to your memory with a new companion to help you. I've finished 2 chapters and got to talk to several characters to enjoy extra story. Loving the soundtrack so far! In some areas it is unclear what you can click, but solving the puzzles is satisfying nontheless. Should work well on low-spec. My favorite is chapter 3 and its varied art styles!