Underplayed Gems

The Secret Order 4: Beyond Time (2016)

The Secret Order 4: Beyond Time cover
Developer
Sunward Games
Publisher
Artifex Mundi
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Casual
Rating
3.3 of 5, 267 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A leisurely, story-driven hidden-object puzzle hunt through lush 2D scenes with a light touch of fantasy and mystery.

hidden objectpuzzlepoint & clickatmosphericstory richfamily friendlyfemale protagonistcasual

What players say

Players are split on this entry. Some call it the best of the series while others say it is the worst. Many report a softlock bug with a minigame puzzle, bad voice acting, and a nonsensical story that leans on historical cameos. A few praise the hidden object scenes and art but note the puzzles get repetitive.

Screenshots

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