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The Book of Unwritten Tales
The Book of Unwritten TalesA whimsical point‑and‑click adventure where four heroes solve puzzles to save a war‑torn world
The Whispered World
The Whispered WorldA melancholic clown embarks on a dreamlike adventure through Silentia
Overview
Description

In a fantasy realm torn by conflict, the gremlin archaeologist Mortimer MacGuffin hides a secret artefact that could decide the fate of everything. Players control four distinct heroes, swapping between them to combine abilities, exchange items, and unravel the mystery. The game offers 60 diverse locations, 40 characters, and roughly 250 interactive items, delivering around twenty hours of puzzle‑filled storytelling with a blend of comedy and classic adventure gameplay.

Sadwick, a young circus clown, awakens to a haunting nightmare and is thrust into a fantastical quest across the world of Silentia. Guided by the shape‑shifting Spot and the mysterious Whispering Stone, he uncovers secrets that could save—or doom—the realm.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Adventure
Story-Rich
Best for
Fans of classic point‑and‑click adventures
Adventure puzzle fans
Specifications
General
msrp
$39.99
$29.99−25%
release date
2009-04-02
2009-08-28
Specifications
developer
KING Art
Daedalic Entertainment
publisher
HMH Interactive
Lace Mamba Global, Viva Media, Deep Silver, Koch Media
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB T
ESRB E, PEGI 12
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
50/100
60/100+20%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Rich comedic writing
  • Diverse character abilities
  • Extensive world with many locations
  • Solid point‑and‑click mechanics
  • Beautiful hand‑painted graphics
  • Engaging narrative with a quirky protagonist
  • Varied puzzles using Spot’s abilities
  • Relaxing single‑player experience
Cons
  • Some puzzles can feel obtuse
  • Graphics are dated compared to modern titles
  • Critic scores are mixed
  • Occasional obtuse puzzle solutions
  • Linear progression limits replayability
  • Voice acting is uneven
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