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Review of Adam's Venture: Origins on Nintendo Switch

by Chucky Chucky photo May 2020
Cover image of Adam's Venture: Origins on Switch
Gamefings Score: 6
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 29 May 2020
Genre: Adventure
Developer: Vertigo Games
Publisher: Soedesco

Introduction

Welcome to Adam's Venture: Origins, a game that feels like a trip to the dentist-mostly uneventful but occasionally surprising. It's an episodic adventure game, which means you might need to take a snack break between episodes (or nap, depending on your energy levels).

Gameplay

You play as Adam Venture, a young explorer whose quest for the Garden of Eden and Solomon's Temple is about as thrilling as watching paint dry. Your main activities include solving puzzles and avoiding awkward conversations with the locals-no, Adam, they do not want to hear about your vacation plans. The controls are smooth enough, though they can feel about as engaging as a conversation with a particularly boring historian. The environmental puzzles are decent; they challenge your grey matter without turning it into scrambled eggs, which is a plus. Just don't expect your brain to break a sweat. Also, don't forget to dodge the occasional 'falling rocks' scenario. Suspense is high when you realize you've done absolutely nothing to avoid disaster.

Graphics

On the graphics front, Origins is like that kid in school who tried but never quite managed to impress: decent, but nothing to write home about. The visual style tries to capture an adventurous vibe but ends up looking like a postcard from a 'hot' tourist destination in the middle of nowhere. Sure, it's colorful, but it's about as memorable as that one time you accidentally wore mismatched socks to class.

Conclusion

In summary, Adam's Venture: Origins is a mixed bag that offers a charmingly simple adventure with puzzles that entertain without overwhelming. However, if you're looking for a gripping plot or mind-blowing graphics, you might want to look elsewhere. Still, it's a pleasant escape for those who enjoy a less intense gaming experience, like watching grass grow in high definition. So grab your Switch, settle in, and enjoy your trip to Eden-just try not to fall asleep.

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