Introducing The Great Sneeze, an innovative new game developed by Studio Monstrum for Android that transforms the traditional point-and-click genre into a whirlwind of chaos within an art gallery, all triggered by a single, powerful sneeze.
Really? The Great Sneeze Causes Chaos?
It might sound trivial, but in The Great Sneeze, a simple sneeze has the power to upend an entire art exhibition. The game is set just moments before the grand opening of a Caspar David Friedrich exhibition, where players follow the adventures of three friends: Kaspar, David, and Friederike.
Their mission? To clean up the chaos. Initially, they're helping Mr. Dietzke, the curator, with the final touches. But suddenly, a sneeze sends everything into disarray. Paintings shift, and the meticulously arranged exhibition crumbles.
The most dramatic incident involves Friedrich's iconic Wanderer above the Sea of Fog, which goes on an unexpected tour through the artist's other works. The trio must then embark on a quest to track down the wandering figure, solve a series of clever puzzles, and restore the exhibition before the doors open to the public.
This game is a delightful, absurd, and charming point-and-click puzzler. Dive into the experience with the teaser below.
The Visuals Are Amazing!
Given that The Great Sneeze is centered around Friedrich's artwork, it serves as an excellent gateway to his paintings. The game's visuals masterfully recreate the ambiance of a real art museum while maintaining a playful tone.
The puzzles are simple yet engaging, designed to make players appreciate the details within Friedrich’s paintings and enjoy the humorous exchanges among the three protagonists.
The Great Sneeze has been crafted by Studio Monstrum, with contributions from major German museums. The development team utilized data from esteemed institutions such as the Hamburger Kunsthalle, Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden, and Staatliche Museen zu Berlin.
Discover The Great Sneeze on the Google Play Store, where it's available to play for free.
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