German based developer Crimson Cows have released new screenshots of upcoming adventure game The Abbey currently dated for a Q4 2008 release
Monks, Murders, Mysteries:
Just escaped from an attack, former grand inquisitor Leonardo and his assistant Bruno continue their way to the nearby abbey, to clear up a mysterious murder case. But after their first investigations they must realise that it is not just an ordinary murder.
Being honest, The Abbey is an audio-visual experience on the borderline between film and digital entertainment, with an artistic approach and a personal treatment that make it a game worthy of being in any collection, and a clear example of audiovisual quality built within Mexicos borders.
Taking into account the drought that has overpowered these kind of games, The Abbey is a title that can satisfy fans of adventure, but also those who were tired of wild shots in right and left field. If you do not have exaggerated claims of a game and you can enjoy a decent adventure, then you'll feel it was a worthy purchase.
The Abbey is developed by Crimson Cow studios in Germany. The first release of the game was in German only and reports on the Internet revealed that it contained several bugs, including plot stopping errors. A patch for the German version was released to correct these flaws. The version I played was localized for English and had no bugs, crashes, or other problems that I could see so the patch must be included in the new English release of the game. Also, don't be puzzled by the multiple titles. The English version has been re-titled Murder in the Abby on most web sites and at the English publisher's site, The Adventure Company. However, all references in the game to the title including the game credits and the main title screen call it simply, The Abbey.
Each screen requires careful searching to reveal all the clickable items. Sometimes they are even behind your characters so be sure to move around before giving up on a scene. Also, it's very common for events in on one screen to change the clickable items in another. You'll have to re-search each chamber every time you come back to see if you missed anything or if there is anything new to find.
