The WhatsNext verdict
For Fans of classic point-and-click adventure games and authentic Norse mythology seeking a compact, atmospheric mystery.: Hand-painted coastal landscapes, eerie folklore, and tactile environmental puzzles come together to create a haunting and grounded exploration of a deserted Viking island. Tradeoff: A brief overall length, frequent screen backtracking, and a relatively thin personal story make it feel modest for those seeking an expansive narrative adventure.
What it does best
A haunting, deeply Nordic atmosphere
Hand-painted Norse landscapes with a distinctive identity
Logical puzzles that reward close observation
What might put you off
Very short campaign with frequent backtracking
Thin story beneath the rich mythology
The setup
What you are walking into
Unravel a mystery inspired by Viking myth and legend in The Frostrune, a point-and-click adventure based on historically accurate Norse culture and environments coming to PC, iOS, Android and Windows Phone. "The Frostrune is a point-and-click adventure set in the Viking age. Explore an authentic Norse environment and unravel a mystery inspired by the old Norse myths and legends."
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Genre
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