Tesla Effect Demo

Tesla Effect is an adventure game that combines puzzle solving, a great storyline and live action sequences, which is something that is not done anymore.

There was a time when game developers were doing exactly what they wanted, no matter what the public wanted. This is how games like the Myst series were born. These ideas would never be funded by today’s publishers, but back in the day, this would happen. Paying actors for live action sequences was quite common and some of the best games from a couple of decades ago had them.

The latest game in the Tesla Effects series aims to rekindle the flame of great adventure games that challenge players to solve puzzles and to use their brains instead of their trigger fingers. It’s not an easy game, and that will be obvious from the start, but it has a certain appeal that will keep everyone glued to the screen, no matter how difficult some of the puzzles might prove to be.

The action takes place in a dystopian San Francisco, after World War III. As you can imagine, it’s a weird place to be, but somehow Tex Murphy fits right in with his clothes that seem to be at least 100 years old.

For the most part, players will roam around in the environment, roaming for clues, hints, items, and solutions to various puzzles. Everything is combined with live action sequences, including discussions.

There is no way around the graphics of the Tex Murphy, which is modest, to say the least. Fortunately, the script is really well written, funny, and more than enough to help users forget just how bad the game looks. It doesn’t matter all that much, but players will most likely see from time to time the ugly textures.

Another interesting addition to adventure games is the fact that the main character can die, pretty much at any point. There is no telling what’s going to kill you. Maybe it’s a toxic water; maybe it’s the wrong choice in a dialog.

Tesla Effect is a great puzzle and adventure game that reminds us of times past, but it also requires players to overlook the outdated look.