Trine 3: The Artifacts of Power
By Marcia Morgan,
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Short, enjoyable journey of heroes grudgingly fighting evil.
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What’s It About?
What happens when duty calls but you just don't feel like answering? In TRINE 3: THE ARTIFACTS OF POWER, players are reunited with the band of adventurers from Trine 2 as they are summoned once again by a powerful magical artifact, the Trine, to save the world from impending doom. Tired of constantly being pulled from their regular lives to play hero, the trio decides to relinquish their powers and sever their ties to the mystical artifact, unwittingly releasing a dark force in the process. Now it's up to Pontius the Knight, Zoya the Thief, and Amadeus the Wizard to work together one more time and use what's left of the Trine to clean up the mess they've made. And if they save the world in the process? All the better.
Is It Any Good?
No expense was spared in going above and beyond to bring gamers an amazing game. Everything from the beautiful landscapes, the bright and cheery soundtrack, and the charming narration makes for an enjoyable experience. Unlike past entries in the Trine series, this most recent fantasy journey isn't just a 2-D side-scrolling experience. The addition of full 3-D platforming allows more freedom to explore through absolutely stunning fairy-tale environments and adds extra elements to challenging puzzles.
Players not familiar with the Trine series will have an easy time catching up, as the backstory is masterfully woven into the plot. The only downside is that the gameplay is too short. After the eight main levels and a handful of unlockable smaller stages, the game stops abruptly, leaving players wanting more. With that said, Trine 3 is still worth the price. Between the beauty of the game and the challenging yet fun puzzles, players won't walk away feeling shortchanged.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about heroes. Police officers, soldiers, and firefighters are often thought of as heroes, but they can come in many forms; what kinds of heroes do you see in your own community?
Talk about the difference between 2-D and 3-D games. Does the ability to explore more of the environment in the game provide a better experience?
Talk about duty. What defines duty and responsibility, and is there ever a good reason to walk away from either?
Game Details
- Platforms: Mac, PlayStation 4, Windows
- Pricing structure: Paid
- Available online?: Available online
- Publisher: Frozenbyte
- Release date: August 20, 2015
- Genre: Action/Adventure
- Topics: Magic and Fantasy, Adventures, Monsters, Ghosts, and Vampires, Robots
- ESRB rating: E10+ for Fantasy Violence. Mild Blood
- Last updated: January 20, 2022
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