Blackwell 5: Epiphany

Play the game, in order, from the first one. All the references throughout the game will make more sense, but your enjoyment of this final one will be fuller. The first game had some awkward gameplay and was short - but the story underpinning the entire series is well written and somewhat introspective. This last game was the best of the series. When Lia’s storyline unfolded I was impressed that the game went in that direction - this wasn’t going to be some quirky rinky-dink yarn. I liked the game’s conclusion as well. Very fitting.

I just finished the Blackwell series, and man does it go out on a strong note. All of the previous games had good voice work and challenging puzzles, but this final chapter had such a tense, gripping plot and some plot twists that will make you jump out of your seat! And the final act will leave you speechless, maybe even a little teary-eyed. The only thing I have negative to say about it is that the side plot in the middle of the game was a bit laborious, and pulled you out of the pace that the main storyline was doing so well to set up. A game series worth every penny!

I am sad that this is the conclusion; this is truly one of the best series of games that I have ever played. This game took hours to complete, had a compelling storyline, and moderately complex puzzles without a hint system (aside from the natural "plan next move" conversation option perhaps). I am looking forward to playing other games by Wadjet Eye Games. I can not fathom how much time and energy producing a game of this magnitude must take, but I appreciate its existence.

Played this on a PC but had to have this on my iPad mini. Have been a fan of this series from the start, and this latest episode (final?) does not disappoint. No problems so far with gameplay, and the music is so very atmospheric (jazz) for the setting and game era. The intimacy of the touchpad over the mouse adds to the feeling of immersion in the story. Puzzles are logical and the player isn't bogged down with countless inventory items at once. Player gets to be two characters of the duo and it's cool figuring out which character will be needed (but for long-time series fans, choosing won't be that difficult, lol). Looking forward to the next Wadget Eye Games creation--hope it's another mystery.

Everything about the Blackwell series was perfect. I can honestly say I've never been so into a storyline and so attached to any characters as much as I am with this series. Was on an emotional roller coaster ride with these. Thank you for providing us gamers with something so solid. Hope Shardlight (or some of your other awesome games) is one day added to your library on here!