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Posted March 25, 2010
This game has a fascinating story based in an alternate reality where mechanical machines called Automitons (akin to robots but with clockwork mechanics rather than electrical).
Kate walker is a lawyer trying to finalise a sale of a company when the owner of the company dies. She journeys through various locations with different themes trying to find the sole heir of the company. On her journey she learns about the heir's life and fascinations.
Syberia is often compared to The Longest Journey, probably because they look similar graphics wise. The fact the it is compared to The Longest Journey (probably my favourite game ever) led me to buy this game. I was NOT disappointed! My copy has install limits so this, on GOG, is an awesome buy.
NOTE: This game is actually split in two instalments Both Syberia and Syberia II. The two games were going to be released as one but the developers decided to split it. The reason I mention this is the story in Syberia just stops at the end without questions answered. If you intend to buy this game you will more than likely need to buy Syberia II. Syberia II has improved graphics over Syberia.
The story of Syberia (both 1 & 2 combined) is a powerful one. Many players online have admitted to crying at the end of the story, implying that the story is very moving. Kotaku reported that the developers are working on a Syberia 3 (see http://kotaku.com/5193889/syberia-3-links-pc-and-ps3 ). Whilst I am excited about this, I am also sceptical. The story ended well and answered all my questions. It is possible that a third game could ruin this.
If you like adventure games, particularly The Longest Journey, then this (indeed these for Syberia 1 & 2) are a must buy.
Posted March 25, 2010
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slake_jones: This game has a fascinating story based in an alternate reality where mechanical machines called Automitons (akin to robots but with clockwork mechanics rather than electrical).
Kate walker is a lawyer trying to finalise a sale of a company when the owner of the company dies. She journeys through various locations with different themes trying to find the sole heir of the company. On her journey she learns about the heir's life and fascinations.
Syberia is often compared to The Longest Journey, probably because they look similar graphics wise. The fact the it is compared to The Longest Journey (probably my favourite game ever) led me to buy this game. I was NOT disappointed! My copy has install limits so this, on GOG, is an awesome buy.
NOTE: This game is actually split in two instalments Both Syberia and Syberia II. The two games were going to be released as one but the developers decided to split it. The reason I mention this is the story in Syberia just stops at the end without questions answered. If you intend to buy this game you will more than likely need to buy Syberia II. Syberia II has improved graphics over Syberia.
The story of Syberia (both 1 & 2 combined) is a powerful one. Many players online have admitted to crying at the end of the story, implying that the story is very moving. Kotaku reported that the developers are working on a Syberia 3 (see http://kotaku.com/5193889/syberia-3-links-pc-and-ps3 ). Whilst I am excited about this, I am also sceptical. The story ended well and answered all my questions. It is possible that a third game could ruin this.
If you like adventure games, particularly The Longest Journey, then this (indeed these for Syberia 1 & 2) are a must buy.

I liked #2, but it sort of ruined something special about the first game. You say it ends abruptly, but it works for the story. It's similar to how the Matrix ends with questions unanswered. It stands on its own. Watching the sequels gives closure, but it loses something in the process. Sometimes having stuff spelled out for you isn't the best option, sometimes a little uncertainty is preferable.
Posted March 25, 2010
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Legacy: I liked #2, but it sort of ruined something special about the first game. You say it ends abruptly, but it works for the story.

I never really got into the second game, it isn't bad or anything but for me it lacks the charm of the first game. Syberia for me was not so much solving puzzles as it was following how Kate develops through out the game and in that regard, as you say, I think the first game ends very well.
People should still buy both though :)
Post edited March 25, 2010 by jema
Posted March 26, 2010
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Legacy: I liked #2, but it sort of ruined something special about the first game. You say it ends abruptly, but it works for the story. It's similar to how the Matrix ends with questions unanswered. It stands on its own. Watching the sequels gives closure, but it loses something in the process. Sometimes having stuff spelled out for you isn't the best option, sometimes a little uncertainty is preferable.

Actually I agree with you here, my wording may not have been good. The story of Syberia 1 ends well without the second game. But I felt that the second answered more about the old man (I have forgotten his name unfortunately) that Kate was following.
The first is by far the superior game.
Post edited March 26, 2010 by slake_jones
Posted March 29, 2010
I finished both parts of the series again few months ago and now I discovered this "something special" in the first one, which I overlooked when I was few years younger. Unlike the second one, which is also great, but much more adventurous and dynamic, first Syberia's plot has beautiful metaphorical meaning. People we meet during our journey often lead repetitive, boring life, and long ago lost sight of their goals and dreams. Kate will need to find out, what really is the most important thing in life. It's a wonderful story and great game, not only for point-and-click adventure games fans.
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