Magnus Imago

[b]magnus imago[/b] is the second in a series of short (about 1 hour) point & click adventures. a direct continuation of [url=https://steamcommunity.com/id/dohi64/recommended/1598970]magnus failure[/url], but since [b]nothing happened in the first game, it can be played on its own[/b]. no cool intro track this time and I'm pretty sure the one playing in the menu is from the first game, heard while exploring outside the house. [b]music is still good[/b] and much to my surprise there's even [b]some fmv[/b] and a few artsy cutscenes. [b]I thought the price of 13.29 eur on launch was a joke or mistake, it was neither. got lowered to 8.19 a month after release, still a ridiculously unreasonable amount.[/b] there's [b]normal and easy mode now, the latter with a dynamic cursor, still without a hotspot indicator[/b]. the former does nothing on mouseover, gotta click everything, [b]even worse than regular pixel-hunting on easy mode[/b]. don't you love it when devs put basic features behind arbitrary 'difficulty' settings? player-shaming at its best. I went with easy because I had enough of this nonsense in the first game and wanted standard stuff no matter what the dev calls it, but it [b]can be changed anytime[/b]. switching to [b]1st-person[/b] was a good idea, [b]slow movement speed is no more[/b], but it's not perfect, as [b]navigation arrows can still be clicked while examining something[/b]. they also decided to ditch most capital letters (welcome to the club) and not bother with proofreading, but the inventory is always visible with 4 items instead of 3 and you can go straight to the last/first with a different button. click to select an item, another to examine it (or click the magnifying glass on the other side of the screen, so intuitive), with [b]descriptions appearing slowly, letter by letter, as they never should[/b]. it was instant in the first game, guess they had to replace slow movement with another annoyance... dragging still isn't a thing either, double-click or click item, click big arrow to add it to an empty slot on a machine or something. zero keyboard functionality. puzzles are mostly item-based, there are some red herrings and unintuitive solutions and [b]not much of an actual narrative or point to the whole thing[/b], unless you attach some meaning to the cutscenes. there's a [url=https://store.steampowered.com/app/1868700/]free dlc[/url] with the same cutscenes and a few comics to flesh things out a bit, but they really don't. still no audio settings per se, or any settings besides languages, but [b]manual saving over a single slot[/b] is possible once again. you also carry a music player, so music can be stopped and skipped, but separate toggles, volume settings, windowed mode and resolution options to save on editing the registry would be necessary. it's a short, barely connected chapter of an ongoing thing, and while it works much better than the first game, [b]it's still not something to recommend[/b]. a bunch of puzzles and imagery, to be continued, [b]it did absolutely nothing for me[/b]. as a whole it might eventually reach a recommendable state, but [b]selling bitesized pieces of it for this much money with barely any functionality is not doing the franchise any favors[/b]. the 3rd game is already in the works, some sort of hidden object according to the developers, which doesn't sound great, though without a hotspot indicator this is already one essentially.

Personally, I really enjoyed the artistry and the atmosphere on the display here, that said, I have several issues with the design of the game when it comes to the interface and how many puzzles are introduced together, potentially being somewhat disorienting - other devs would separate the game into 2 or 3 sections for example, granted those games are usually longer. The game is only 45 to 60 minutes, but generally, I don't subscribe to the idea of game price vs hours, I just want to see a story that has enough time to get the point across. Now the narrative in this game is extremely vague, somewhat thought-provoking, and open for interpretation. I didn't fully understand what is being told aside from some metamorphosis themes, and I mean it in a good way, it's a strange experience that left me wondering about what happened, probably exactly what the developer was going for. Should this game be longer? Well, in terms of narrative I think it's fine to leave it the way it is, if anything I just expected another few sections of puzzles just because I play a lot of games from the 'Cotton Game', which is a golden standard as far as static adventures go. The interface in this game is a bit unusual as far as static adventure games go, you could simplify it in the next game. You should be able to just hover over an item to get the description, no need for a separate panel for each item. One thing I find very strange is that developer removed the pointer highlighter in the normal mode - that is a default feature in most games, and it's there for a good reason, I understand if you don't want to have an automatic system that would do it for you, but if I already found the item, it should highlight my cursor, otherwise, I am just clicking everywhere even if I know where to look. As short as the game is, I spend at least 15 minutes of it pixel hunting, not in a good way, like I missed some very tiny things that I thought I already inspected. Fortunately, if you want to play with a cursor highlight you can turn it on by using the 'easy mode'. -- In terms of the puzzle design, you don't want to introduce too many items and puzzles too quickly, like 5 minutes in I had 10 items, which is a lot of variables for just starting the game. Overall, I did not find most of the puzzles difficult, I was just a bit overwhelmed by having too many locations and puzzles given at one time. On a side note, I solved the number pattern by accident, I am sure there is a logic to it, but I think you can interpret it in multiple ways. I am also wondering if having a fast travel map with unlocked locations would help with navigation a little. [h1] Pros: [/h1] (+) Even though the game is very vague, I enjoyed the various metaphors and the gloomy atmosphere. Following the bread crumbs but never truly finding the bread, if you know what I mean. I thought the 3D visuals and the music player were a good addition as well, just an overall interesting experience in terms of art and immersion. [h1] Feedback: [/h1] [u] Interface [/u] - hovering to get the item info would be more straightforward. You don't need to separate the pointer highlighter into difficulty modes, the game does not have a button press for hotspots as it is, which is more than enough, color change just makes the experience intuitive, clicking on every part of the drawing has little to do with difficulty. [u] Puzzle sections/Length [/u] - you introduced too many items and puzzles right away, so I had a lot of items that were not relevant for a long time. Again I don't really mind the length of this game personally in terms of story, but I assumed there would be another puzzle section or two. I don't like to tell devs how to price the games, it's your decision, just understand what your game is worth because most people have a good idea of what is fair. [b] Overall Thoughts: 6/10 [/b] Maybe I am being a little generous here, but I think the game had some interesting ideas in terms of narrative and visuals, having a mystery full of metaphors that allow you to come up with your own conclusion - I think I like the direction more than the execution. I imagine most people would want a bit more of the 'experience' for the $, personally, I am okay with what I got. You need to work a bit on making the interface more friendly. [code]Review by: http://store.steampowered.com/curator/31294838-Hidden-Gem-Discovery/ [/code]

[h1]Magnus Imago [/h1] This is as surreal and out there as it gets; I liked it for that very reason. If you need a break from games that are all feeling the same, this is it. It will not however, be everyone's cup of tea. There is no dialogue to speak of. You need to hover slowly to make sure you get everything in a scene; there will be no text hints if you miss something telling you that you need to go back. The hand cursor will change when you have something to interact with. There is backtracking to complete some puzzles, but it is a small world and won’t take long to get there. The puzzles were a mixture, some vague as to what went where. As I said, surreal. There is a manual save, and it did run smoothly for me with no glitches. It is short, my playtime was about two hours because I did miss something. Edited to add that I now see the price. Budget shoppers may want to wait for a sale.

[h3]Соскучился по качественным квестам с приятной рисовкой из 2010-ых?[/h3] Тогда Magnus: Imago тебе зайдёт. Тут есть всё - и интересные задачки, и нетривиальное повествование со стилем игры. И атмосфера с оккультным вайбом. Жалко только что нет достижений. Играть рекомендуется в рамках серии игр Magnus от этого разработчика, в хронологическом порядке. [h3][b][url=store.steampowered.com/curator/31925504] Игровая аналитика от mkabatsky [/url][/b][/h3]

I like this game a lot - video review here! https://youtu.be/Rbqze7kewd0

I'd say it's certainly worth a shot when part of a cheap bundle, however I really wouldn't recommend it for its full price. It's a fun rather simple puzzle game with pleasant art and a unique, difficult-to-describe vibe. The music is great too and definitely supports the somber yet ethereal atmosphere very well. While I genuinely have zero idea what the narrative is trying to convey, I found myself quite captivated regardless and am highly intrigued by the world-building. Overall this game has an enthralling premise and explores interesting elements, albeit, in my opinion, somewhat leans towards being a bit underwhelming for what it has to offer for the price.

Magnus Imago, developed by Sons of Welder and FM Simple Games Studio and published by Sons of Welder, is an atmospheric puzzle adventure that prioritizes symbolism, mood, and interpretation over traditional gameplay structure. Built around exploration and environmental storytelling, the game presents players with a surreal experience designed less as a conventional challenge and more as an interactive journey through strange imagery and layered ideas. Rather than guiding players through action-heavy sequences or clearly defined objectives, Magnus Imago encourages curiosity, observation, and personal reflection. The game places players inside an unusual world where reality feels unstable and logic does not always follow familiar rules. Progress unfolds through mysterious environments filled with symbolic imagery, unusual architecture, and moments that intentionally leave room for interpretation. The world feels dreamlike from beginning to end, creating an atmosphere where discovery becomes just as important as understanding. Players are not simply moving through locations searching for solutions. They are attempting to understand a world that often communicates through implication rather than explanation. Storytelling follows a deliberately abstract approach. Instead of presenting information directly, Magnus Imago delivers its narrative through environmental details, visual symbolism, and fragmented storytelling elements. Questions appear long before answers do. The experience often avoids giving complete explanations, encouraging players to build personal interpretations from what they encounter. Themes involving identity, transformation, introspection, and personal growth quietly emerge throughout progression without dominating the experience through lengthy dialogue or exposition. Gameplay revolves primarily around exploration and puzzle-solving. Progress requires careful observation of surroundings, collecting important objects, and understanding how environmental elements connect together. Puzzle design remains accessible while still requiring attention and patience. Solutions rarely depend on reflexes or mechanical complexity. Instead, players succeed by noticing visual clues and understanding how seemingly unrelated details fit into larger patterns. One of the strongest elements of Magnus Imago comes from its visual presentation. The hand-drawn artistic direction immediately creates a unique identity that separates the game from more traditional puzzle adventures. Every environment feels intentionally designed to reinforce mystery and emotional uncertainty. Strange visual compositions and surreal imagery constantly create the impression that players are exploring a world operating according to unfamiliar rules. The artistic design contributes heavily to atmosphere. Environments often communicate emotional tone more effectively than dialogue itself. Certain locations feel quiet and reflective while others introduce tension through visual contrast and environmental design. The developers clearly treat visual presentation as a storytelling tool rather than simply a decorative layer placed over gameplay systems. Audio also plays an important role in building immersion. Music supports the mysterious tone without overwhelming quieter moments. Sound design helps reinforce the dreamlike quality that defines much of the experience. Combined with the surreal presentation, the atmosphere consistently feels detached from ordinary reality in ways that strengthen immersion throughout the game. Pacing remains intentionally slower than many adventure titles. Magnus Imago encourages players to stop, observe details, and absorb environmental storytelling rather than rushing forward toward objectives. Quiet moments often carry as much importance as puzzle progression. This slower structure strengthens atmosphere while helping the game establish its reflective tone. The shorter runtime ultimately works in the game’s favor. The experience remains focused and avoids unnecessary filler content that could weaken its impact. Every section contributes toward atmosphere, puzzle progression, or thematic development. The game respects player time while delivering a complete artistic vision without overstaying its welcome. However, Magnus Imago will not appeal equally to every audience. Players looking for direct storytelling, extensive gameplay systems, or larger mechanical depth may struggle with its intentionally abstract design philosophy. Narrative ambiguity occasionally leaves questions unanswered, and some players may prefer stronger clarity regarding plot developments and worldbuilding. The game places significant responsibility on players to interpret meaning rather than presenting definitive answers. Those choices ultimately define the experience rather than weaken it. Sons of Welder and FM Simple Games Studio clearly designed Magnus Imago around interpretation and atmosphere rather than mainstream accessibility. The result feels personal and distinctive rather than conventional. What makes Magnus Imago memorable is not complexity or scale but commitment to artistic identity. It creates an experience where mystery becomes part of the enjoyment rather than a problem waiting to be solved. The game invites players to explore ideas rather than simply complete objectives. For players who enjoy surreal storytelling, symbolic narratives, slower puzzle adventures, and games focused heavily on atmosphere, Magnus Imago delivers an experience that feels thoughtful, unusual, and visually memorable. It may not provide traditional adventure game structure, but it offers something equally valuable: an experience willing to trust players to find meaning for themselves. Rating: 7/10

El PEOR juego que puedas jugar en tu vida! Cortisimo , videos mega randoms . Nah horrible

Полное прохождение: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tpjn8y73Hc8 Magnus Imago - короткий (~40 минут) point & click квест, в котором происходит неизвестно что и неизвестно почему. Игра максимально абстрактна и символична, понять что-то крайне сложно. Я вот не понял ничего, поэтому для меня эта игра - просто набор головоломок. Повествования в игре нет. Как и обьяснений. По ходу игры мы исследуем локации, ищем предметы и пытаемся понять, что с ними делать. Игра хорошо выглядит, управление левой кнопкой мыши. Игра хорошая, но странная и непонятная. Рекомендую поклонникам жанра.

Full playthrough on normal here: https://youtu.be/UWxoXm9Q1Yo This game has some incredible visuals and if you play it on normal some of the object uses can be really puzzeling, but I'm gonna have to play the first one, because the story made about zero sense to me which the game seems to have a surrealist vibe anyways so maybe it's not supposed to make a whole lot of sense and be abstract either way it has a creepy aesthetic and some really cool things. The DLC wouldn't download for me everytime I hit download it just launches the game, but regardless I think it was worth the price on sale I definitely wouldn't have bought this at full price especially with people who got it for free complaining about the price.