The Room: Old Sins

The Room: Old Sins is an adventurous first-person puzzle game set in Edward and Abigail Lockwood’s Waldegrave Manor. Developed by Fireproof Games, this game captivates its players through intricate puzzles, stunning graphics, and an intriguing story that keeps you wanting more.

Graphics

It boasts some of the best graphics in a mobile game. The environment of Waldegrave Manor and its surroundings look visually stunning, with a 1920s aesthetic that adds to the game’s immersion. The objects in the manor, from books and kitchen counters to rugs and rooms, are all exquisitely detailed, and the animations throughout the game run smoothly.

Story

It takes place between November 14th and November 21st, 1908, within the walls of Waldegrave Manor. Players take on the role of a detective hired to uncover the secrets of the manor, which is shrouded in mystery. Players must solve puzzles while exploring the various rooms of Waldegrave, unearthing the manor's secrets and Abigail and Edward Lockwood’s past.

Features

It has a unique feature to it, the Dollhouse. This allows players to zoom in on different rooms of the manor, despite always staying in the Attic. Players unlock these rooms as they progress through the game, solving various puzzles along the way. The game also has a hint system that can help players when they are stuck on a puzzle, as well as a Journal where the player can write down all the clues they have found.

Impressions

Overall, I found The Room: Old Sins to be an enjoyable experience. The graphics and animations, as well as the engaging story, all contribute to an immersive experience that I highly recommend. Although the puzzles could be difficult for some, the hint system is invaluable for those who get stuck. While the game has minor flaws, such as narrative glitches and the occasional difficulty of some puzzles, it is still an enjoyable and interesting experience. I recommend it to anyone interested in puzzle games.

Conclusion

The Room: Old Sins combines mesmerizing graphics and animations with an immersive story and puzzles that captivate the player from beginning to end. The game’s unique feature, the Dollhouse, is also a great touch that adds to the game’s replayability. Despite its minor flaws, it is still a high-quality game, and I highly recommend it.