| Rating: | 5 (1 votes) |
| Played: | 7 times |
Forgotten Hill: The Third Axis casts players as Edward W. Jenkin, a member of the secret society known as the Third Axis. The city of Forgotten Hill is gripped by an evil force, and a key member of the society has gone missing. Edward is tasked with locating this individual and retrieving "Element C," an object the Third Axis is seeking.
The investigation begins inside a house. Edward must search every room to gather information; seemingly ordinary items may hold vital clues. A key, a scrap of paper, a clock, or a rotatable object could all be linked to the next puzzle.
Edward’s mission goes beyond merely finding the missing person; he must also gather information about them and erase any traces linking them to the Third Axis. Documents found within the house reveal that the society has been monitoring highly dangerous events.
The game utilizes point-and-click mechanics. Players click on various areas to navigate and examine objects. When zooming in on an item, you can rotate it to view different sides. Some items can be used directly on doors or mechanisms within the room.
Puzzles often require observing multiple areas simultaneously. For instance, a clock might provide a numerical code for a lock, or a set of symbols could dictate the sequence for operating another device. Colors also serve as clues—such as the color green corresponding to a specific number during the puzzle-solving process.
Some puzzles require rotating shapes into the correct position, while others involve determining the right sequence of symbols or letters. Consequently, keeping a record of what you observe proves very helpful.
Documents discovered throughout the house reveal further details about individuals who have fallen under the control of a mysterious force. A diary entry recounts a person gradually regaining control of their mind. Moments of lucidity occur with increasing frequency, yet the individual must conceal them for fear of discovery.
The atmosphere intensifies as dangerous creatures appear during exploration; at times, players must solve puzzles while simultaneously evading pursuit. Consequently, revisiting previously explored rooms is no longer as straightforward as it once was.
Following The Third Axis, you can explore another terrifying realm in EveryBody Must Die, where players must venture into yet another section of a bleak, unsettling world.
