Trine 3: The Artifacts of Power

GameWatcherNick Horth

7.5/10

Trine 3 is another very enjoyable entry in a reliably solid series. The addition of full 3D environments, though it can occasionally cause a few issues with perspective, for the most part adds a sense of depth and weight to the series’ trademark beautiful, colourful backdrops. Though they demand the occasional spot of physics engine fudging to progress, puzzles are generally fun and challenging without being frustrating. It may not quite master its new perspective, but Trine 3 is still a ch...

COGConnectedCameron Farney

65/100

This is the first game in the franchise to implement a 3D world to explore. This shift has allowed for more creative hiding places for its collectible items, with the occasional secret room accessible via puzzle or platform. Yet, this choice accounts for a lack of variation in obstacles and solutions given the pricey contrast between 2D and 3D environments. Despite this lack of variation, however, existing puzzle mechanics are implemented in new, interesting ways throughout the game. Gone also are the skill trees of the series previous titles, leaving each of the three heroes with only their s...

Trine 3: The Artifacts of Power becomes a mixed bag, because the core game is actually quite enjoyable despite a handful of growing pains associated with the transition to a fully realised 3D world. The visuals and music deliver as always and it is great to see some more times spent on actually developing the story and fleshing out our three protagonists. However, in giving the heroes a better story, they somehow have even less to do in the game. Perhaps more frustratingly, the story is short and incomplete, making the game feel rushed or like the development team has unannounced DLC planned f...

Push SquareJoey Thurmond

5/10

To start on a personal anecdote, this particular editor had the pleasure of playing Trine 2: Complete Story for his first review at Push Square two years ago, and much to our surprise, we were delighted that it was a magical indie title that boasted some of the greatest visuals we'd seen with phenomenal puzzles and platforming to boot. Needless to say, we jumped on the chance to turn the pages in a new chapter for the series' three heroes with Trine 3: The Artifacts of Power, so with a drastic transition to 3D environments and gameplay, does the series transcend to new levels of wonderment and...

GamingTrendJosh Devlin

40/100

Trine 3 is an incomplete mess that feels like the game’s creators just ran out of time (despite four months in Steam Early Access). The graphics, art style, and landscapes are stunning, but aren’t enough to make Trine 3 a game worth your time.