The Vellescian Gambit

The aesthetics and classical music are pretty nice.

The writing is good; but this is more like a sketch for a short story than a video game.

This game has Very nice and interesting short story and clever design. If you are into visual novels, you will want to see this because this game doesn't only tells a story but puts you behind the rudder and lets you make the critical decisions to shape the story just like in role playing games. The plot is simple and not uncommon but the expression of it is very good and quickly you find yourself in it. There are several endings to the story and a number of factors affect the outcome. Through the game managing your money is crucial because your tasks success completely depends on it. There are several factors that force you change your strategy and make a new plan on the way just to safely finish your task. While playing i was feeling on the edge and worry about whether I made the right choice. I really want to play a few more times to see what can I do differently. As a trader, you can buy and sell stuff in the cities you visit along the way and try to make money because almost always you are short if it. There are also nice haggling and gambling mechanics added, so you cam take risks to improve your profits. These are great mini games in themselves and you xan find yourself doing them more than the main plot. The music is so pleasing and makes the gameplay so much fun with the visual art of the backgrounds. Greatly inspiring.

This game is okay. Can be finished in under an hour. The writing is below average, though, and tends to remove you from the time period with modern terminology spattered throughout. The plot is okay and the choices are mildly interesting. Overall, though, I can't recommend it. Nothing stands out except the idea.

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