Lost Grimoires 2: Shard of Mystery

Several issues that make it worse than most artifex mundi games.

excellent

Fun experience. Love the crafting. Despised the "let us run away with it" screen movement towards end. Very amateurish. The map used the horrific worst ever sound effect scraping noise from part one. Who thinks of these things? These two choices most likely cost tens of thousands in lost sales. I just don't get it.

Nice

fun

Lost Grimoires 2: Shard of Mystery is a traditional yet carefully polished fantasy hidden-object adventure that embraces familiarity and comfort over reinvention. Developed by World-Loom and published by Artifex Mundi, the game continues the studio’s well-established formula of story-driven exploration, object hunting, and light puzzle solving. Rather than pushing boundaries, it focuses on delivering a smooth, accessible experience that caters directly to fans of narrative casual adventures who value atmosphere, clarity, and steady progression. The story unfolds in a magical kingdom still haunted by the remnants of a past calamity. Years after the defeat of the witch Drosera, peace is once again threatened when Prince Fern mysteriously vanishes on the eve of his coronation. Players assume the role of the royal alchemist, a protagonist whose practical intelligence and magical expertise guide the investigation. The narrative structure is straightforward, moving from location to location as new revelations surface, but it maintains a consistent sense of purpose that ties exploration to story advancement. While the plot rarely surprises, it provides a cohesive backdrop that supports t…