Murran Chronicles Episode 2: Talons of Terror by Bill Garrett
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| Release Date | 4 April 2009 |
| Release Type | Freeware |
| Content Advisory | Occasional, mild | None | Occasional, mild |
| Setting | Contemporary |
| Genre | Investigative |
| Story | Original |
| Play Length | Medium Length Game |
| Graphics | 640x400, 16-Bit Colour |
| Downloaded | 3,513 All Time |
About
The Murran Chronicles Episode 2: Talons of Terror
STORY :
After the experience in southern New Jersey, you are moved to another division of the FBI and promoted to special agent status. This new division investigates the stranger cases, and this is one of them. Cattle have been mutilated, taken long distances from their farms and eaten by something. There have been sightings of large creatures in the sky and three unsolved murders within recent months. You are thrust into an investigation ripe with intrigue as you explore Montana while trying to solve the mystery of who or what is killing the cattle, and why three people have turned up dead. Could it be a creature thought extinct millions of years ago? Or do th…e Sioux Indians have something to do with it?
INFO:
Talons of Terror is in 640x480 resolution, running in Hi-Color mode, and is a free download. This was my second game using the AGS engine, and is much better (in my opinion) overall than the first game. It is longer, more professional and polished and a much better experience overall. There was rather extensive beta testing on this (special thanks to all the testers who helped iron this thing out, add a few more puzzles, and make it a much more enjoyable experience overall).
The game focuses on the experience from a story-telling perspective. I try to be as immersive as possible (with some light hearted quips and such mixed in, along with a bunch of hidden and not so hidden references to Adventure Games of old).
I am really proud of this game, and hope you take the time to download and play it. The file size is about 25mb. No voice acting, but maybe in Episode 3.
WEBSITE / DOWNLOAD: http://www.billandnicole.net/games
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Awards & Reviews
AGS Awards 2009 Nominee
AGS Awards 2009 Nominee
Best Dialogue WritingBest Original Story
AGS Panel Rating
The second Murran game brings some improvements to the visuals, but overall the lack of unity between photographic backgrounds and low-res character sprites is still jarring. The games technical aspects have been tightened and refined, and the gameplay benefits from these changes. The writing is still the strongest feature, and those who like a interesting story will no doubt enjoy this.
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Really, really loved it! As with part 1, I didn't mind the drawn sprites over photo backgrounds at all. I found this a thoroughly enjoyable game which excels in the aspects of story, dialogues and characters. I can't wait for Episode 3 and I hope that the series won't end there!
Good story that is revealed piece by piece. The graphics could be improved and the walking speed tends to be too slow. Nice music. I did like the code puzzle.
This is turning out to be a good series. Like its predecessor, this game has a great story and clever puzzles. The mystery unfolds in a satisfying way.
Again, my only major complaints are muddy graphics and a somewhat underdeveloped main character. Other than that, this is great addition to the series, and I can't wait for more!