Indigo Prophecy

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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 494 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 386 out of 494
  2. Mixed: 70 out of 494
  3. Negative: 38 out of 494
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  1. tHEiNQUISITOR
    Nov 2, 2007
    10
    One of the most amazing, well made games ever. An extraordinary, engrossing, emotionally provoking masterpiece, with beautiful haunting music. Anyone that doesn't like this game doesn
  2. RazvanT.
    Jan 11, 2008
    10
    Sensational game !!! One of the best adventure games i've ever seen. It's incredible!
  3. RobertS.
    Oct 2, 2005
    10
    Simply outstanding.
  4. DG
    Dec 30, 2009
    10
    People seem to keep ragging on the game play, and while the simon says circles aren't highly exciting, you have to realize that this is an adventure game, a genre that has historically been completely point click. The point of an adventure game is generally story, with most actual game play being dominated either by puzzles, or in this case, rapid decision making in stressful People seem to keep ragging on the game play, and while the simon says circles aren't highly exciting, you have to realize that this is an adventure game, a genre that has historically been completely point click. The point of an adventure game is generally story, with most actual game play being dominated either by puzzles, or in this case, rapid decision making in stressful situations -- where the results can largely affect the story. Action sequences involving the colored circles I felt made the player feel the intensity of the situation -- and to keep you focused and engaged to intense cut-scenes without distracting you from them. This is a rather revolutionary adventure game in that it is dominated by decision making that actually has real affect on the plot. I found this game to be more gripping and exciting than many action games, because making the wrong decision in this game can have negative and irreversible consequences for my character that are not just 'you're dead, respawn and try again.'… Expand
  5. DavidF
    Feb 7, 2009
    10
    To call "Indigo Prophecy" a great game is an understatement -- "Indigo Prophecy" is a masterpiece. This is a beacon to compare games to. This is a new standard. This is truly a work of art. "Indigo Prophecy" is one of the greatest games ever made.
  6. FortunaM.
    Mar 24, 2006
    10
    its the very different type of game I have ever played and no doubt I liked it very much though the controls are a bit.. but you'll experience a totally diffrent enviroment.The thing I like the most about it is its movie like play and you can give different shapes to your story.I appreate the creator and request the creator to make more like this game like INDIGO PROPHECY 2 or its the very different type of game I have ever played and no doubt I liked it very much though the controls are a bit.. but you'll experience a totally diffrent enviroment.The thing I like the most about it is its movie like play and you can give different shapes to your story.I appreate the creator and request the creator to make more like this game like INDIGO PROPHECY 2 or something like that.… Expand
  7. RobertM.
    Apr 15, 2006
    10
    Simply a stunning feat of adventure gameplay. A must play for any gamer.
  8. DygoT.
    May 11, 2006
    10
    I've played the first three hours of this game and I am completely impressed. I've never had such an immersive experience in my life, and it's rare for a game to become more than a game by making your choices have real consequences in the world (game world, of course, but the game makes it feel real to you). The action sequences are thrilling because they are very I've played the first three hours of this game and I am completely impressed. I've never had such an immersive experience in my life, and it's rare for a game to become more than a game by making your choices have real consequences in the world (game world, of course, but the game makes it feel real to you). The action sequences are thrilling because they are very challenging and demand the kind of perfection you're asked for in the real world. It does help to have some DDR/StepMania practice (remember that sometimes the buttons light up twice in a row, and also you have to press doubles simulatneously). Enjoy- the soundtrack is amazing, and I can't believe people complain about the graphics. It's also probably the best "movie" you're gonna see- and also be the protagonist of- this summer.… Expand
  9. JennS.
    Jul 2, 2006
    10
    Fantastic! The game was so engrossing, mostly because you were constantly forced to change your button pushing and you were never sure what was going to happen next. Yes, I got frustrated towards the end of the game when I couldn't stop my characters from doing certain things and when the story went a little too fantasy for my liking. But overall it stands out from so many games now Fantastic! The game was so engrossing, mostly because you were constantly forced to change your button pushing and you were never sure what was going to happen next. Yes, I got frustrated towards the end of the game when I couldn't stop my characters from doing certain things and when the story went a little too fantasy for my liking. But overall it stands out from so many games now because it's easy to jump in and play (unlike many RPGs) and it's not about killing as many people as possible. If you take it as an interactive movie rather than something where you can actually change to plot in significant ways, then it's great.… Expand
  10. DanR.
    Dec 9, 2007
    10
    I LOVE THIS GAME. I actually ran into this game randomly when i rented it in at blockbuster. I think its one of the best games ever made. to bad its kind of a sleeper title. i love the story line. AND I LOVE THE CONTROLS. thats right i actually like the controls people.
  11. AndyN
    Jan 1, 2009
    10
    This is one of the best games I have ever played; it's very sad that it never got the publicity it deserved. Indigo Prophecy deserves to be played foremost because it is INNOVATIVE. Every choice you make through the game affects the overall outcome. The control scheme is tons of fun to play; while it is easy to learn it can be difficult. Indigo Prophecy reminds us that memorizing This is one of the best games I have ever played; it's very sad that it never got the publicity it deserved. Indigo Prophecy deserves to be played foremost because it is INNOVATIVE. Every choice you make through the game affects the overall outcome. The control scheme is tons of fun to play; while it is easy to learn it can be difficult. Indigo Prophecy reminds us that memorizing long strings of button commands is not what makes a true gamer. The plot is the best story I have ever seen in a video game; in fact, it's about the only video game plot that I've ever deemed movie worthy. If you haven't tried out this game yet, it's a must have to your gaming library!… Expand
  12. Dante
    Dec 17, 2005
    10
    @Janis Y. AND Paul C.

    Have you heard about a piece of hardware called GAMEPAD ???
    Well, if you get a GAMEPAD the controls are near perfect. I play with XBOX gamepad on my PC and the control is perfect and so is this wonderful game.

    Best adventure game since Broken Sword series. Game of the year IMHO.

    PS For all FPS-slash-everything/everyoune-into pieces-fans STAY AWAY from this game.
  13. I.L.
    Oct 29, 2006
    10
    This was the most intriging games I'd played ever. The story, although it goes from Da Vinci Code to Legend of Zelda, is really interesting and the choices you make during the game actually make a big difference (unlike most other games, i.e. Fable) All in all I definatly recommend this game, but try to get the PAL version just to piss off the guys who got the sex scene banned from This was the most intriging games I'd played ever. The story, although it goes from Da Vinci Code to Legend of Zelda, is really interesting and the choices you make during the game actually make a big difference (unlike most other games, i.e. Fable) All in all I definatly recommend this game, but try to get the PAL version just to piss off the guys who got the sex scene banned from the NTSC version.… Expand
  14. SimoW.
    Sep 21, 2006
    10
    AWESOME, took me bout 8 hours, but my god I was soo involved in the storyline! Absolutely amazing, never had this much fun in a video game in so long. Very impressive sound and graphics are pretty good, nothing compared to 360 obviously. Thumbs up from me, fantastic game.
  15. Jake
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    The most amazing game ever. Two years after release and I still remember the story vividly.
  16. Vash
    Mar 26, 2007
    10
    This game is as beautiful as your mind will allow you to understand, its so atmospheric, though its controls aren't that great, its an awesome game, the music its so beauty, the best adventure game I played so far.
  17. Salk
    Sep 12, 2012
    10
    Quite simply, a masterpiece. Fahrenheit is, like Another World or Metal Gear Solid, the delivery of a cinematic genius (David Cage). Recommended without hesitation (but make sure you have a good gamepad to play with).
  18. will824
    Jul 8, 2013
    10
    I know QuanticDreams from the PS3 game Heavy Rain, so I decided to get this game and believe me... it is better than even Heavy Rain.

    Amazing and trilling game, which is not so long overall, but in my experience I prefer a game to be short but fun instead of long and give you room to get bored. This is a Jewel for the price that GOG offers it, taking into account that is 100%    I know QuanticDreams from the PS3 game Heavy Rain, so I decided to get this game and believe me... it is better than even Heavy Rain.

    Amazing and trilling game, which is not so long overall, but in my experience I prefer a game to be short but fun instead of long and give you room to get bored.

    This is a Jewel for the price that GOG offers it, taking into account that is 100% compatible with last gen operating systems. Also take into account with a small hack (check youtube) you can even run it at FullHD 1920x1080 resolution.

    I have not finished it yet, but I do not care anymore about the ending, as the playing has been soooo damn good. I want to even start to play guitar again :P

    Get it!    … Expand
  19. drakenseng
    Feb 12, 2013
    10
    story- great story, involves you playing as a guy that gets randomly possessed by some type of cult leader. and its up to you to save him or leave him to his fate. gameplay- controls are great for this type of game. its action adventure, but has 'QTE' which always makes the gameplay inifinitely more fun to play. the way it uses the controls, like combining keys and etc. interesting andstory- great story, involves you playing as a guy that gets randomly possessed by some type of cult leader. and its up to you to save him or leave him to his fate. gameplay- controls are great for this type of game. its action adventure, but has 'QTE' which always makes the gameplay inifinitely more fun to play. the way it uses the controls, like combining keys and etc. interesting and creative. video- the graphics are solid. not something to brag about but the gameplay makes it great.

    audio- great music and effects make the game like an interactive movie.

    overall- its like playing an interactive movie, and you have to be always aware. because 'QTE' happens just like that.    … Expand
  20. Aaron31uk
    Jan 12, 2016
    10
    one of the best games ive ever played cleverly done I wish more games were made like this there are many different endings you need patience but it all pays off with a good story
  21. anthonybobby
    Aug 25, 2021
    10
    Gen_Corrosive What's wrong with YOU? You're the problem and the reason why games have failed to become good, dumbass. And the rest in the negative section are idiots just like you. The game is good and something is wrong with you. Oh, that's right. YOU!
  22. Bloodnes
    Sep 10, 2020
    10
    Игра шедевр своего времени, прошел залпом, не мог оторваться, игра на то время была просто невероятна и оставила положительные впечатления. 10/10 играть всем!
  23. geekslayer
    Oct 14, 2020
    10
    Я задумался и понял - это редкая и ЦЕЛОСТНАЯ игра, она возвышается над сотнями других игр эффектом синергизма (когда система - это больше, чем просто сумма ее элементов). Когда игра целостна, она захватывает, уводит в свой потайной мир, изменяет наше состояние, заставляет переживать вместе с героем все повороты сюжета.
    Управление в «Фаренгейте» повергает в шок своей необычностью, особенно    Я задумался и понял - это редкая и ЦЕЛОСТНАЯ игра, она возвышается над сотнями других игр эффектом синергизма (когда система - это больше, чем просто сумма ее элементов). Когда игра целостна, она захватывает, уводит в свой потайной мир, изменяет наше состояние, заставляет переживать вместе с героем все повороты сюжета.
    Управление в «Фаренгейте» повергает в шок своей необычностью, особенно людей, привыкших к FPS и 3D-action. В обязательном порядке нужно пройти обучение, иначе неинтуитивность управления будет очень расстраивать.
    Причина запредельной неординарности игры содержится в ПРОТИВОРЕЧИИ. Играть приходится и за главного героя Лукаса Кейна, который, будучи то ли зомбированным, то ли одержимым, начинает крошить народ в винегрет, и... за ПОЛИЦИЮ! Но тут всё сложнее, чем в Max Payne: Мона прикрывает Макса, Макс прикрывает Мону. Здесь Кейн сеет и прячет улики, а полиция или находит их, или... всё равно находит, но долго стараясь. Помочь Кейну? Помочь полиции? Вот это дилемма, вот это камень преткновения! Банальность побеждена!
    В игре присутствуют задания на время - обычно мне это не нравится, а уж с таким управлением... Но здесь подобный таймер играет на руку реалистичности - это вам не Max Payne, где вражеская взрывчатка может не закончиться никогда.
    Звук уникален - буквально с начала игры мне хотелось вручить цветы авторам музыкальных композиций. Атмосфера в немалой степени задается как великолепной звуковой дымкой, так и серьезной озвучкой игровых персонажей. Имена известных киношных композиторов - Анджело Бадаламенти, Нормана Корбейла и Фарида Руслана - заставляют уважать игру еще сильнее. Кроме этого, в качестве бонуса можно получить неимоверные саундтреки.
    Движок выглядит слегка устаревшим, однако неплохо отполирован и в итоге смотрится весьма красиво. Когда Лукас впадает в транс, сопровождающие его эффекты поначалу напоминают один из режимов зрения Хищника в AVP-2. Интерьер и транспорт не расстраивает - всё сделано без шика и лоска, но стильно и со вкусом. При этом на детализацию разработчики не поскупились - даже самые неигровые из неигровых элементов и случайных персонажей выглядят вполне натурально, более того - они подсвечены особым атмосферным обаянием игры, переливающимся оттенками радуги.
    Игра поднимает очень важную проблему общества, и это снова и снова заставляет прикипать к ней. В отличие от шутеров, она не прославляет смак убийства, она поднимает вопросы - "Зачем? Каковы мотивы?", показывает, какой тяжкий груз обрушивается на убийцу. Еще одна характерная, но неочевидная черта сюжета - именно рядовым, средним, на первый взгляд, людям подчас уготована просто неимоверная судьба и отведена важнейшая роль в том или ином процессе. Бытие...    … Expand
  24. bergcamp101
    Aug 17, 2020
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. One of the best game of the generations, with the thrilling plot, intense and innovative gameplay and great characters.
  25. Jeffthejiff
    Oct 11, 2005
    9
    This game might not be perfect, but it is a revolution of sorts for the 'dead' adventure genre. A lot of thought and innovation has been put into the game, mixing in a fantastic Hollywood plot - something you dont see often. The voice acting is completely spot on, and the horror and action scenes are respectively chilling and intense. The game is designed to be a true This game might not be perfect, but it is a revolution of sorts for the 'dead' adventure genre. A lot of thought and innovation has been put into the game, mixing in a fantastic Hollywood plot - something you dont see often. The voice acting is completely spot on, and the horror and action scenes are respectively chilling and intense. The game is designed to be a true interactive movie, and they certainly fulfill their aim. However, the control system is one of the most annoying i have come across, almost ruining the game Grim Fandango-style. Actions are made with mouse gestures, that is, dragging the mouse around the right way. Making more complicated gestures to precision can get very frustrating. Conversations are also controlled using gestures. You are given about a 3 second time limit to choose the correct conversation path and make the gesture. This is made even more difficult with the paths only being described in one word rather than the whole sentence being shown. At points, the screen is split, showing different angles or characters, much like '24'. Cinematic approaches like this really draw you in to to the atmosphere of the story. However, when you're walking around somewhere with several immovable cameras pointing at your feet, it can get slightly tricky. With all its downfalls, it still gets a solid 9/10. Fahrenheit is a breath of fresh air for gaming, and i truly do hope that more games like this are developed.… Expand
  26. PhilP.
    Oct 8, 2005
    9
    Amazing game, you just can't let it go until it's finished.
  27. NickH.
    Oct 6, 2005
    9
    Clocking in at 10 to 15 hours, Quantic Dream's "The Indigo Prophecy" may seem overpriced at $39.99. It isn't. In fact, we have another contender for Game of the Year (one of the very few titles up for it in this lackluster '05 season). This game shines in nearly every single aspect. Especially the writing. I've never seen this quality of a screenplay in a videogame Clocking in at 10 to 15 hours, Quantic Dream's "The Indigo Prophecy" may seem overpriced at $39.99. It isn't. In fact, we have another contender for Game of the Year (one of the very few titles up for it in this lackluster '05 season). This game shines in nearly every single aspect. Especially the writing. I've never seen this quality of a screenplay in a videogame before, but I expect to see it duplicated in the future - it's that damned good. No games, currently, can match the depth of the characters in "Indigo", nor it's tight plot. This is to be expected, of course, as this game is billed as a cinematic experience. The amazing voice acting only serves to reinforce that this game is a "movie". What isn't expected is for all that to come together so well with player interaction. For me, the way "Indigo" is controlled couldn't be much better. The control system is basically a grim version of 'Dance Dance Revolution.' Lame? Not when your governing an explosive fight scene or car chase, I assure you. Many critics are complaining about the "need of a gamepad" to enjoy these sequences as it's to hard to use a keyboard. That's not true, there's a little something called key mapping - it's in the options menu, find it and use it. Speaking of what can be found in the options menu, graphics only get average marks in "Indigo". It was designed for consoles, that's obvious. Even when you crank up the resolution and enable every single special little flair on our mighty PCs, the graphics still wind up being bland. Also, a grain effect has been filtered over your view - much like that of a sercurity camera. Does this add to the 'realism'? No. It seems like a mask, to prevent us from seeing the dull textures and jaggies that mar the landscape. It almost detracts from the experience. Well, not really. The score, however, is undeniably perfect - nothing more needs to be said about it. Well then, why not a 10 out of 10 you ask? The end chapter. Yes, this game does stumble. Big time. Everything seems rushed, like they had written themselves into a corner and need to blow their way out with a stick of explosive laziness. It's sad to see such a great story come to such a lackluster, generic, tension free ending... but, the path to your destination is the most important. That's what you'll see and that's what every other developer will see as they try to duplicate this stunningly original game. If anyone needs proof that games can be art, they need look no further than "The Indigo Prophecy". This game will stick with you for months to come... unless you replay it first. ***Final Review:: Story- 9.1/10 ; Graphics- 6.9/10 ; Sound- 10/10 ; Control 8.9/10 ; Gameplay- 9.1/10 ; Value- 8.1/10 ; Fun Factor- 9.1/10 ***… Expand
  28. StuB.
    Oct 11, 2005
    9
    Absolutely fantastic game. Original, engrossing and a fantastic storyline.
  29. CoolerTKool
    Dec 22, 2005
    9
    It's the best game I ever played. Only game time can be little bit longer...
  30. AndrewA
    Oct 6, 2005
    9
    Yeah the graphics aren't spectacular, but the story is so engrossing that i don't care. It's good to see a game that isn't afraid to step outside the box (and still be good).
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#17 Best PC Game of 2005
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#16 Most Discussed PC Game of 2005
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#23 Most Shared PC Game of 2005

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Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 41 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 41
  3. Negative: 0 out of 41
  1. PC Gamer
    85
    A classic adventure pumped up with massive doses of adrenaline. [Nov 2005, p.82]
  2. IC-Games
    93
    Fahrenheit features a fascinating, ever evolving storyline that really does change in real time depending on your actions.
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  3. The Sydney Morning Herald
    60
    It's about halfway through Fahrenheit that the wheels start to wobble. The game begins to veer away from its complex murder-mystery beginnings into the realm of pure fantasy, with a final chapter that can be hard to stomach.
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