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Theatre of the Absurd Collector's Edition 
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Scarlett Frost, specialist in the dark arts, has been summoned to a luxurious and remote theatre in the snowy Italian Alps. Could it be that the infamous and diabolical Hapsburg Cube has been found and purchased by the sinister theatre proprietor, Dr. Corvis? The cube is said to imprison a powerful and ancient Babylonian demon that would wreak hellish destruction if the cube should break. In a moment of desperate confusion the cube breaks and the demon bursts forth into the souls of the Dr. Corvis and his young Daughter Bethany. The ancient theatre in the lonely winter mountains becomes an arena of spiritual war, between the darkest forces of the underworld and the cunning and esoteric mind of Scarlett Frost. But Scarlett soon finds out that the only way to fight a demon this powerful is to become possessed by one herself. Only then can she acquire a ticket to the Theatre of the Absurd.
This is a special Collector's Edition release full of exclusive extras you won’t find in the standard version. As a bonus, Collector's Edition purchases count toward three stamps on your Monthly Game Club Punch Card!
The Collector’s Edition includes:
- Integrated Strategy Guide
- Bonus Content
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Game System Requirements:
- OS: Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7/8
- CPU: 1.0 GHz
- RAM: 512 MB
- DirectX: 9.0
- Hard Drive: 527 MB
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Not for the faint hearted!
I mentioned in one of my old reviews that I had guilty pleasures, some of which include the occasional cigarette , eating chocolaits and my collection of horror books and films.That being said, this game is right up my alley. My immediate reaction to the opening scene was " Characters are like cut out paper dolls, YUK!" However as I continued, I became enthralled with the sounds and the visual effects of the game. First there is the ominous musical score, the whispers and sound of thunder, moans and cries and I was hooked! I really do applaud the devlopers for using good actors to do Voice-overs. Very ery well done and you have the main character that speaks to you at every turn and tells you what to do. That takes alot of work and in my opinion, somewhat raises the bar in Game Mechanics. I can't really say the same for Graphics, although sharp, they look old-school and one dimensional as are the annimations. However I really loved the art work, dark, intense and drawn beautifully. All of these elements submerges you into a demonic world where you have to save a child from possesion. I am sure the subject matter will be a issue for many as Demonic Possesion isn't everyone's cup of tea. As I said, being of fan of Lovecraft, Poe and King, I enjoy the macabre. Game mechanics offer two game modes but no custom cursor which is surprising. Game play includes a journal, a SG on the left upper corner and a rather clever hint system that is apparently your Hand that offers you clues as to where to go or what to do. The HOG scenes are junk piled and the lighting is not great, making some obects impossible to find. Game play involves the usual puzzles and finding key objects and using them. There are mini-games which so far were easy and familiar. I really do believe that based on the subject manner as well as the lack of some game features and the level of challenge, this game should have been brought to us as a SE. However as I really did enjoy the demo trial and am curious to see just how the game progresses, I will recommend to those who are hard-core players like myself and who may enjoy submerging themselves into their dark side. Like I said, a game not for the faint hearted!
April 29, 2012
This one is definitely a "Marmite" game
For those of you fishies from places other than the UK, Marmite is a strange brown spread you put on toast and you either love it or hate it, it has no middle ground whatsoever!!
This game is pure Marmite! I absolutely love it (as I do Marmite) but I can see it being horrid for some people. I can't even start to describe why it is so fab... I got hooked about 5 mins into the demo, finding the wierd and bizarre feel to the game enjoyable. This is definitely out of a different stable than the games we have been offered recently.
Game play is either casual or hardcore, you can change mid play if necessary. I played on casual and it was hard enough for me. The HOS are hard on the eye at times but not so much as to frustrate. Puzzles so far have not been too hard but I have a feeling they are going to get harder as the game progresses.
Now all I need to decide is whether I buy it now or wait till the 1st...
Cracking game, respect to the devs!
April 29, 2012
Great game, disappointing bonus
I enjoyed the game for the most part. The Story didn't connect very well even though I could figure out the plot pretty soon into the game. The bonus section was not worth paying the extra money for. Not very challenging and I don't pay bonus money to see the graphics the artists have created to make the game even though I appreciate seeing their creative process. I would recommend the regular game when it is released, but not this with the unimpressive bonus content.
April 30, 2012
Confused why this game is getting such mixed reviews
I loved this game. I noticed that one reviewer said there was too many cut scenes but I just love them I suppose one man's meat etc. What was so fascinating and only reviewing from the demo was just how different this game was. I was very surprised that reviewers thought it same old.
For me
Wonderful beginning great cut scene.
I love hearing a voice instead of reading you "need a key for this lock" stuff thought it a huge advance on other games.
Loved the unusual hint button a hand which can also have powers added to it to get you out of sticky situations was hugely novel. Loved the HOS like the music when you found something instead of an annoying tingle in so many games.
Extra content if you bought it was inserted into the game which I thought was really good marketing.Loved all cut scenes really done well. Good crisp graphics. Liked the fact you had objectives which were ticked off in your diary when completed. Hint button worked so well have so far not needed SG. Have bought game. Recommend all play the demo and give it a go never mind the bad reviews. No glitches.
April 30, 2012
It surprised me!
First, looking at the size and name of the game I was not very impressed. But still decided to try the demo.
And it surprised me! The intro cut scene is an excelent cartoon, extremely well done with the voices-over totally in sinch. The other cut scenes are of the same quality.
Graphics and HO's are very clear. There is a journal, a "helping hand" with powers that you acquire along the game, the hint button charges very quickly, plenty of hints, plenty of information which is part of the storyline. The puzzles are not difficult and you can skip them.
And it is the very first HOG I played that I can really call an horror story :-#
So, though the storyline is not essentially a new theme, I will definetely buy this one #though I believe it is not a very long play time game).
April 29, 2012
Dark, mysterious and captivating game
Just finish the demo. I'm waiting May the 1st to buy the Collector Edition (for the stamps only) In a few words :
HOS : more interesting than usual, a bit more tricky as well (and I'm playing on casual mode).
No map but added to the classic hint button, the heroin's arm gives you indication about the next step. Some of the mini-games and graphics make me think at another game I loved : REDRUM.
April 29, 2012
Don't Judge a book by its cover.
When I saw this game I was not even going to bother to play the demo, but I am glad I did.
Lots of intro and cut scenes, but playing the game itself was great. Goggi as usual surpassed themselves with graphic's, story line and puzzles. The HO scenes, for some reason I found a bit hard, however the hints I used were helpful. My heart sank when the time was up but its a definite buy for me.
A very good game and worth the CE.
April 29, 2012
Awesome game!!!
I've been a member for a few years now and ive never commented on a game till now i thought this game was outstanding i love the cut scenes, storyline everything about the game. Its a thriller!! Thank you Bigfish
April 29, 2012
Not my cup of tea.....
This game is very well put together, more on that later. The reason for my rating is that the entire theme is heavy on the occult side ---Perfect for those who like the creepy. Also since there was no map there was some tedious schlepping back and forth.
Likes:
--Music good, non-intrusive, never got tired of it even in HOS
--Graphics excellent
--Strategy guide keeps pace with game progress so no need to flip pages back and forth
--Goals and Objectives crystal clear throughout
--HOS beautiful and very well done. Many things "hidden in plain sight" - these were fun
--Several "place the displaced objects" vs. typical HOS vignettes
--Beautiful scenes
--For those who like the occult a lot of creepy demons and some scares
-- Mini-games: Although there were only 3-4 types of puzzles they were still fun. I particularly enjoyed being given a picture and having to place little circles that reflect parts of the picture.
Dislikes:
-- Although HOS well done, there are a LOT of them. At one point there were three in a row to complete
-- No map allowing jumping back and forth
-- Storyline was very simple and not fresh
-- Game play easy, easy, easy. Player is told what to do each step of the way so the game a little intrusive
-- Not a lot variety in types of puzzles (3-4 kinds)
-- Would have liked more puzzles and fewer HOS
For those who like the occult I would recommend this game as it is polished and nicely put together with beautiful graphics an scenes.
For myself personally I would not recommend this game based on the creepy, dark, satanic theme.
Other reviews indicated that the story included some occult overtones but went on to say that the game remained "light and fun". I personally did not find much about this game to be light or fun.
June 7, 2012
Different, Macabre, and Fun
Based on the demo, but I'm buying this when I get paid. This game didn't grab me right away. Took a few minutes for me to get hooked. It's a combination of dark fairytale, Lovecraft and Poe-- a combo which can either work well or not at all. In this case, it works well. The heroine is a down-to-earth woman who doesn't get rattled easily. The other characters are a bit cartoony. If you don't like the heroine's spoken thoughts, you can go to Options and turn voices off. However, that can cause problems when other characters speak. You can also skip the cut scenes. The Strategy Guide is very helpful, and there are a few places you really need it. The hints are not as helpful. There is also a journal with a task list, which is helpful as well. The puzzles and HOS are easy to moderately challenging. There are several different kinds of puzzles in this game, and that diversity makes it more fun. The graphics and audio are good, and the music fits the storyline.
April 29, 2012
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