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The 7th Guest Remake Review
PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch; Vertigo Games This clever update captures the 1990s magic of the original… including some of the technical issues
TL;DR
- The 7th Guest Remake updates the 1990s adventure game with new visuals and gameplay for PC and consoles.
- The game features a unique FMV visual style blending live-action footage with pre-rendered 3D backgrounds.
- Players solve puzzles using a time-bending lantern to uncover past events in a haunted toy-maker's home.
- Puzzles range in difficulty, requiring players to interact with the environment and use clues from the past.
- The remake utilizes volumetric video capture on 3D models for its characters, creating an uncanny visual effect.
- Control issues, particularly with the point-and-click interaction system, detract from the overall experience.
- Despite control problems, the remake is praised for its updated presentation and challenging puzzles, making it essential for adventure game fans.