A New Beginning

A hand‑painted point‑and‑click thriller battling climate catastrophe

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Narrative adventure fans craving hand‑painted visuals and climate story

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Players seeking fast action or non‑PC platforms

What is A New Beginning?

In A New Beginning, you follow scientist Bent Svensson and mysterious future‑traveler Fay as they race against time to stop a global climate disaster. Explore hand‑painted locations worldwide, solve puzzles, and uncover a conspiracy threatening the planet’s future. The game features over 100 detailed backgrounds, more than 20 hours of gameplay, and 52 fully voiced characters, all presented in a striking graphic‑novel style with animated cutscenes that bring the story to life.

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developerDaedalic Entertainment

publisherDaedalic Entertainment, Lace Mamba Global

age ratingPEGI 12

multiplayerSingle player

release date2011-06-03

Key Features of A New Beginning

Explore more than 100 hand‑painted backgrounds across global locations.

Control two protagonists, each with unique dialogue and perspectives.

Interact with over 50 characters, all fully voiced for immersive storytelling.

Solve a variety of point‑and‑click puzzles that advance the environmental narrative.

Experience over 40 minutes of animated comic‑book cutscenes with feature‑film quality animation.

Enjoy a mature thriller storyline that tackles real‑world climate issues.

Play a single‑player adventure with no multiplayer components.

Benefit from a rich, hand‑drawn graphic‑novel aesthetic throughout the game.

Use Cases for A New Beginning

Environmental Education

Use the game to illustrate climate change concepts in classrooms.

Storytelling Experience

Enjoy a cinematic narrative driven by player choices.

Puzzle Solving Practice

Challenge yourself with intricate point‑and‑click puzzles.

Art Appreciation

Explore detailed hand‑painted environments and graphic‑novel art.

Pros & Cons of A New Beginning

Pros

Stunning hand‑painted visuals
Deep, climate‑focused narrative
Extensive voice acting and cutscenes
Rich, puzzle‑heavy gameplay

Cons

Limited to PC platform
May feel slow for action‑oriented players
Occasional translation inconsistencies

Frequently Asked Questions

What platforms is A New Beginning available on?

It is available for PC.

Is there any multiplayer component?

No, the game is single‑player only.

What age rating does the game have?

It is rated PEGI 12.

Who developed and published the game?

Developed and published by Daedalic Entertainment, with Lace Mamba Global as co‑publisher.

Pricing Overview

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Paid (One-time)

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