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The Room

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Release Date: September 12, 2012

Puzzle, Indie Games, Experimental/artistic, Singleplayer

The Room is a novel production combining elements of HOPA and logic game genre. The game is a remake of a critically-acclaimed mobile title, and was developed by an independent studio, Fireproof Games. The action of The Room takes place in the eponymous space, in which an extraordinarily complicated safe hides many secrets. The task is to get into the safe by solving a set of logic puzzles.

7.6

OpenCritic

9.8

Steam

6.2

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The Room is an independent puzzle game with elements of point-and-click adventures and hidden object games. The title is the responsibility of the Fireproof Games team, established in 2012, which has been honoured with a number of industry awards and distinctions for its production (including the BAFTA award for the best British game of the year and nominations for artistic achievements, best debut and best mobile game).

The action of the production takes place in the title room, in the middle of which there is a mysterious safe. The player's task is to uncover all his secrets. The game mixes different genres, but it is mainly based on solving logical puzzles, which consist in moving individual elements, searching for mysterious hiding places where special objects are hidden, or manipulating the key head to match the unusual lock. In addition, during the game we use a special glass, showing things that we cannot see in normal viewing mode.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows July 28, 2014

Android

Android March 23, 2013

Apple iOS

Apple iOS September 12, 2012

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch October 18, 2018

Developer: Fireproof Games

Publisher: Fireproof Games

Age restrictions: 12+

Game Series

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Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for The Room Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Recommended System Requirements:
Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz, 2 GB RAM, graphic card 512 MB (GeForce 8800 or better), 1 GB HDD, Windows XP(SP2)/Vista/7/8.

Ratings

Game Ratings for The Room Video Game.

7.6

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 63% of Critics. There are 20 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Nintendo Insider: 8 / 10 by Jamie Ward

It isn’t often that I would recommend a port of a mobile game, but The Room is an exception. It is a game that simply works on the Nintendo Switch, regardless of whether you play it in Handheld mode or on the TV. The puzzles are clever, unique and engaging. Once you start, you will not want to put your Switch down. Its only real problem is I simply want more.

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Nindie Spotlight: 8.5 / 10 by Nindie Spotlight

While I would have preferred that they’d bundled all of the titles for this series together and let you buy them together. Instead, it appears the plan is to release them one by one (maybe once they’re all done then we’ll see a bundle) and though the price is a pretty reasonable one it’s worth noting the game is available on pretty well any touchscreen device and probably cheaper. Assuming the reason you haven’t already gotten it elsewhere is that the Switch is your preferred device, just keep in mind that though its physical controls offer some added convenience there’s nothing else clearly pointing to this version being superior. That said, I’d say that any self-respecting puzzle fan should buy at least one iteration of this series, as its stellar reputation for quality is well-deserved.

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Impulsegamer: 4 / 5

The Room is a unique puzzler on the Nintendo Switch

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98%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive (30,508)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Atmospheric Design: The game is praised for its stunning visuals, detailed graphics, and immersive sound design that create an eerie and captivating atmosphere.
  • Engaging Puzzles: Many players found the puzzles to be clever and satisfying to solve, with a good balance of difficulty that keeps players engaged without being overly frustrating.
  • Tactile Interaction: The physical manipulation of puzzle boxes and intricate mechanisms adds a unique tactile element to the gameplay, enhancing the experience.
  • Hint System: The inclusion of a hint system is appreciated, allowing players to receive guidance without completely spoiling the challenge.
  • Short and Sweet: The game is relatively short, making it a perfect pick-up-and-play experience for those looking for a quick puzzle-solving session.

The main cons of the game

  • Short Length: Many users noted that the game is quite short, often completing it in just a couple of hours, which may leave players wanting more.
  • Simplicity of Puzzles: Some players found the puzzles to be too easy or lacking in challenge, leading to a sense of boredom or disappointment for those seeking more complex problem-solving experiences.
  • Controls: There are mentions of controls being somewhat awkward or imprecise, especially when transitioning from mobile to PC, which can disrupt the gameplay experience.
  • Underdeveloped Story: While there is a narrative element, many reviews indicate that the story feels minimal or secondary to the puzzles, lacking depth or significant development.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • Replayability: Several users pointed out that the game lacks replay value, as once the puzzles are solved, there is little incentive to play again.
  • More Complex Puzzles: Some players expressed a desire for more challenging puzzles that require deeper thinking or deductive reasoning, rather than just finding hidden objects.
  • Enhanced Narrative: A call for a more engaging and developed storyline that ties into the puzzles more meaningfully was noted, as many felt the existing narrative was not compelling enough.
  • Alternative Interaction Modes: Suggestions for more varied interaction methods (like using the lens in unexpected ways) were mentioned to enhance exploration and discovery within the game.

Summary

  • Overall, "The Room" is well-received for its visuals and engaging gameplay but could benefit from a longer playtime, more complex puzzles, and a richer narrative experience.

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6.2

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