Sordwin: The Evertree Saga

Reviewing (mostly) every game (or DLC) in my library, part 238: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (10/10) This is how you do an interactive novel. [i]Sordwin[/i] is the rare sequel that not only respects your choices from the first game but rebuilds itself around them. Whether you're chasing clues, revisiting old lovers (or cheating on them, oops), or navigating a tangled web of secrets and sorcery, this game gives you full control over your fate. The writing is sharp, the tension is palpable, and the mystery is satisfying. Your choices matter—in past and present—and the game constantly rewards curiosity, cleverness, and risk-taking. A fog-drenched fantasy mystery with heart, claws, and consequences. It’s everything I want in a fantasy detective game, and more. 🤓 [b]Pros:[/b] [list] [*] Phenomenal writing that’s tight, descriptive, and emotionally sharp. There’s not a wasted word in [i]Sordwin.[/i] Every sentence builds atmosphere, tension, or character. You can feel the damp chill of the harbor, the unease of the villagers, the weight of each decision. It’s descriptive without dragging, stylish without being purple. Also? Virtually no typos. Polished and professional. [*] The mystery is g…

I wanted a more challenging / involved CYA story, so I have read through all the books of the Evertree Saga with a few blind playthroughs each (no guides, obviously I used my own memory on the latter ones). It's a contiguous story (think episodes of a mystery show), not as much a continuous one like Lord of the Rings, but the books do significantly influence one another and many characters, relationships, and some ongoing story points carry through, so I believe a joint review is more appropriate than reviewing each in tandem. Overall thoughts: These books, at their core, are mystery RPG books. There is an answer to who committed the main events, and from what I have found, that does not change during each playthrough. There are many clues to follow in the books, both real insights on characters and red herrings. However, from what I have found, you always find out in the end. (This may not be true in the second book; I guessed the person correctly the first time) I love this. There is an answer to the mystery, smaller mysteries along the way to be explored / solved, and you can be dead wrong in your estimations on who did the deeds. However, if you are wrong, there's no "Game o…

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One of the best mystery games I've ever played!

Absolutely amazing. The mystery was terrifying and had me on the edge of my seat. I'm pretty dense, but I was able to piece the clues together. I LOVED the carry over romance with Dandy Thorne. I played as a male elf; the story is super reactive to my specific choices. Love all the characters.

I loved this. Very fun to explore and try and find new clues. I also really enjoyed the characters, both new and reacuring alike. Will for sure check out the next game.