I think Schein got a bit too much unfair criticism - note how many reviews complain about the precision platformer genre rather than the game itself. That being said, the game's not impressive: the aesthetic can leave a bit to be desired, the environments are all pretty samey (or consistent) and I agree that the voice acting could be better (even though it did add flavor to the game), to the point I couldn't help but laugh out loud at a specific line near the end. The story is concise and I haven't found any secrets. BUT. As a puzzle precision platformer, it delivered. The mechanics are straightforward and worked pretty well. The difficulty of both the platforming and the puzzles does not go wild at any point, and it kept the right balance between being challenging but also fun, without turning that frenetic or repetitive thanks to the fact that you'll have to hit the brakes and give some thought to the puzzles before taking action. The progression is linear but you can easily revis...
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About This Game
Schein is an award-winning, puzzle platformer that tells the story of a father who enters a mystical swamp in desperate search of his son. As he becomes enveloped in darkness and begins to lose hope, a wisp appears, offering him guidance and her magical power: a light that reveals hidden worlds.
Use your wits and light to conquer mind-bending puzzles and defeat deadly beasts. Can you save your son in what’s possibly the trickiest platformer you’ve played?
Use your wits and light to conquer mind-bending puzzles and defeat deadly beasts. Can you save your son in what’s possibly the trickiest platformer you’ve played?
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User Reviews
Overwhelmingly Positive
1 user reviews
100%
Positive
User #338160
english
8 hrs at review
System Requirements
Minimum
Minimum:
- OS *: Windows Vista, 7, 8, 8.1
- Processor: 1.6 GHz
- Memory: 768 MB RAM
- Graphics: 256 MB SM3 DirectX 9.0c
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 1126 MB available space
- Additional Notes: Full controller support
FAQ
How much does Schein cost?
Schein costs $4.99.
What are the system requirements for Schein?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows Vista, 7, 8, 8.1 Processor: 1.6 GHz Memory: 768 MB RAM Graphics: 256 MB SM3 DirectX 9.0c DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 1126 MB available space Additional Notes: Full controller support
What platforms is Schein available on?
Schein is available on Windows PC.
Is Schein worth buying?
Schein has 100% positive reviews from 1 players.
When was Schein released?
Schein was released on Oct 9, 2014.
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