Phone Escape: Hopeless

The movements are all mirrored. So you move your finger one way, and it takes you the opposite of what you'd expect -- and there's no option to fix it. Most games have an option for this in settings. Very annoying and makes me not want to play. Also the settings aren't clear as to what is turned on or off. So we're off to a bad start, even without getting into the substance yet. Also, there is no way to just skip a puzzle or get the solution if you don't feel like doing a particular puzzle. How ridiculous lol. No other game does that to you. That says, it seems like this game could have a lot of good potential, as the graphics are impressive. So I'm giving it two stars, with room to grow when all of the above issues are fixed.

To those familiar with Journal 29, it will be no surprise that the puzzles in this escape adventure are top notch - logical, thoughtful, and often requiring some out-of-the-box thinking. It controlled great and had a visceral atmosphere that really captured the stressful situation your character is put in.My one gripe (although really a compliment) is that I wish it were longer! But for the price, it’s well worth it. Looking forward to more of these!

I’ll gladly consume anything from the minds of Journal 29!Thrilling game with thiughtful puzzles. Just know once you get rolling it’s easily finished within a day.