Dark Romance: The Ethereal Gardens Collector's Edition (2019)

Dark Romance: The Ethereal Gardens Collector's Edition cover

Developer: Domini Games
Publisher: Big Fish Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Casual
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 13 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A hidden-object puzzle adventure through a dark fairy-tale kingdom, with a focus on atmospheric exploration and light puzzle-solving.

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What players say

Players enjoy the dual-character storytelling and beautiful garden-themed graphics, but opinions on the story are split: some find it complex and full of twists, others call it boring or a Maleficent rip-off. Puzzles range from refreshing to frustratingly difficult, and the game offers a long playtime with a bonus chapter.

Screenshots

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