Summary
- Release Year: 2021
- Genres: Adventure, Indie, Point-and-click, Puzzle
- Platforms: Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
- Developers: Luis Antonio
- Publishers: Annapurna Interactive
Twelve Minutes: A Haunting and Harrowing Time Loop Thriller
Twelve Minutes is a real-time top-down interactive thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Developed by Luis Antonio and published by Annapurna Interactive, the game features an all-star cast including James McAvoy, Daisy Ridley, and Willem Dafoe.
You play as a man who is trapped in a 12-minute time loop. Each loop begins with you and your wife having a romantic dinner in your apartment. However, things quickly take a sinister turn when a police officer breaks in and accuses your wife of murder. You are then brutally murdered by the police officer, and the loop begins again.
As you play through the game, you will need to investigate your surroundings and make choices that will affect the outcome of the loop. You will need to learn from your mistakes and experiment with different strategies in order to break the loop and save your wife.
Twelve Minutes is a masterfully crafted game that blends the dream-like tension of The Shining with the claustrophobia of Rear Window and the fragmented structure of Memento. The game’s art style is simple but effective, and the voice acting is top-notch. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, and it helps to create a truly immersive experience.
One of the things that makes Twelve Minutes so unique is its real-time gameplay. This means that you will need to think and act quickly in order to survive. The game’s time loop mechanic is also very well-implemented, and it creates a sense of urgency that will keep you hooked from start to finish.
Overall, Twelve Minutes is a must-play for fans of thrillers, interactive fiction, and time loop games. It is a haunting and harrowing experience that will stay with you long after you finish playing.
The Characters
The characters in Twelve Minutes are all well-developed and believable. You will feel a real connection to the protagonist as he tries to break the loop and save his wife. The police officer is a truly terrifying villain, and his relentless pursuit of the protagonist will keep you on the edge of your seat.
The Story
The story of Twelve Minutes is complex and well-written. It is full of twists and turns, and you will never be sure what is going to happen next. The game’s ending is also very satisfying, and it provides a sense of closure to the story.
The Gameplay
The gameplay in Twelve Minutes is simple but effective. You will use the mouse to click and drag objects in the environment. You will also need to make choices that will affect the outcome of the loop. The game’s time loop mechanic is very well-implemented, and it creates a sense of urgency that will keep you hooked from start to finish.
The Verdict
Twelve Minutes is a masterfully crafted game that blends the dream-like tension of The Shining with the claustrophobia of Rear Window and the fragmented structure of Memento. The game’s art style is simple but effective, the voice acting is top-notch, and the soundtrack is excellent. The game’s real-time gameplay and time loop mechanic are also very well-implemented, and they create a sense of urgency that will keep you hooked from start to finish. Overall, Twelve Minutes is a must-play for fans of thrillers, interactive fiction, and time loop games.
Review Score
9/10
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