Neroli's Game Review - Egypt II: The Heliopolis Prophecy
posted August 30, 2009 - 3:31amNeroli's Opinion: If you want to pixel hunt in Egypt, it's alright, but a bit dated.
Game Genre: Adventure
Release Date: September 7, 2000
Developer: Dreamcatcher Interactive
Platform/OS: Windows 95/98/Me (XP Compatible); Mac available
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Game Review:
Egypt II: The Heliopolis Prophecy follows a woman named Tifet, who's a priestess of Sakhmet (the healing goddess) in Ancient Egypt. She's also a doctor on a quest to save her dying father, and she has psychic dreams. It's a bit unrealistic, but oh well, the story is interesting.
If you've played classic adventure games like Lucas Arts' Monkey Island or Sierra's Space Quest, then you already know how to play an adventure game. Like all its predecessors, you travel around collecting lots of seemingly useless items to stick in your pockets. Do Ancient Egyptians even have pockets?
As you'd expect, you have a few logic puzzles to complete (like a slider puzzle), but most of the game's puzzles are solved by finding and using inventory items, or by talking to the right people. Be prepared to pixel hunt. A few inventory items are small and easy to overlook. If you want to save yourself frustration, I'd recommend a walkthrough.
Considering the game's age, you've got to give the developers credit. It has good graphics for the time, although they're blurry by today's standards. It's a talkie, which means you get voice acting, and thankfully that bit is well done. The atmosphere is set up well, with good music and sound effects.
Where to get the game:
Big Fish: $6.99 – available from August 31st
Amazon: $5.51 + shipping (cheaper if used)
Disclaimer: Casual game companies change their prices like most people change underwear! Always check before you buy.
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