Buried in Time

It is always exciting to try something new, especially when we are speaking about casual game experience. “Buried in Time”, a new game from I-play, dwells upon two young archeologists determined to find a precious diamond buried somewhere deep within the sands of the earth. There you can see a fine combination of two different genres: simulation and hidden object.

“Buried in Time” is a simulator by its nature but the developers put there few puzzles and mini-games to make the gameplay more intriguing. The concept of this title is fine, the archeological theme is cute – so refreshful to see something new than usual farmers or villagers. We would give five stars for the story originality but repetitive features of the sim gameplay reduce the rate up to four stars. 

Nevertheless, the puzzles become challenging and set this apart from other sim games as well. They relate well to the storyline and you will really enjoy seeing the world become more developed and brought back to life as you will complete each level. The main sore point of “Buried in Time” is only one game mode, which absolutely kills its replay value.

The game is able to become extremely popular but its short length might push away some fans. It seems like the developers gave all they had got for the plot and graphics but saved no ideas for the gameplay. If you are a real fun of routine things, welcome to “Buried in Time” then. ;-)

28, May 2010