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Doctor Lautrec and the Forgotten Knights
Doctor Lautrec and the Forgotten KnightsSolve puzzles in 19th‑century Europe with Doctor Lautrec and uncover Louis XIV’s hidden treasure.
Lost Horizon
Lost HorizonA 1930s globe‑trotting adventure of mystery, puzzles, and occult secrets.
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Description

Step into 19th‑century Europe as the eccentric Professor Jean‑Pierre Lautrec, a brilliant detective with a taste for the bizarre. When a mysterious gadget and map point toward a lost Bourbon treasure, Lautrec and his spirited sidekick Sophie must outwit the iron‑masked Knights and a shadowy foe named Vidocq. The game blends hand‑drawn 2D art with the Nintendo 3DS’s stereoscopic 3D, letting players scan environments for clues and solve intricate puzzles. A single‑player adventure that mixes historical intrigue with whimsical mystery, it delivers a story‑driven experience for fans of detective tales and treasure hunts.

Set in 1936, you follow former British soldier Fenton Paddock on a perilous quest across three continents to uncover a world‑changing secret hidden in Tibet. The story blends historical intrigue with supernatural elements, delivering a cinematic experience reminiscent of classic adventure games. The game features a unique handmade graphic style, logical puzzle design, and fast‑paced, movie‑like storytelling, all while running on minimal system requirements across PC, Linux, and Nintendo Switch.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Adventure
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Puzzle‑loving adventure gamers
Fans of classic point‑and‑click adventures
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99−33%
$29.99
release date
2011-07-07
2010-09-24
Specifications
developer
Konami, Winkysoft
Animation Arts
publisher
Konami
Deep Silver, Koch Media
age rating
ESRB E10+
ESRB T, PEGI 16
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
46/100
70/100+52%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging story with memorable characters
  • Beautiful hand‑drawn visuals enhanced by 3D
  • Varied puzzle types keep gameplay fresh
  • Atmospheric historical setting
  • Stunning handmade art style
  • Engaging, movie‑like story
  • Fair and logical puzzle design
  • Low system requirements
Cons
  • Limited replay value after story completion
  • Occasional difficulty spikes in puzzle sections
  • Controls can feel clunky on handheld device
  • Limited replayability after story completion
  • Some dialogue pacing feels uneven
  • Occasional translation quirks
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