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A Tale of Two Kingdoms

Step into a world of epic fairy tales.

4.71 / 5 from 7 player ratings

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DFG Exclusive Review Summary

A superior game, one of the very best in its category.

Pros

Fairly successful inclusion of Olde English dialogue
Magical kingdom is well developed, including fairies, wizards, druids, goblins and more!
Non-linear structure that allows tasks to be completed in any order, and allows user to control their movement through the kingdom.
Mini-games are a part of the main plot.

Cons

Graphics are very pixelated which sometimes makes it difficult to distinguish among items on the screen.

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About this game

Step into a world of epic fairy tales.

A Tale of Two Kingdoms is a fantastic adventure game made in the style of such venerable classics as King's Quest.

The ancient kingdom of Theylinn is beset by enemies both from within and without. Within the castle walls, nobles vie for the old King's favor, and not everybody is happy with the sole heir to the throne, princess Rhiannon.

Danger!

Meanwhile, danger approaches, in the form of an invading army, a hostile giant, and a mercenary troop who are ancient enemies of the Theylann king. And there is mystery yet. For hidden within the borders of Theylinn lies a second kingdom, named Thierna na Oge, where the faeries reign. Little is known about this shrouded, exotic realm.

Good Storyline

The playing atmosphere is full of magic and intrigue which is accompanied by a rich storyline and a great soundtrack. Overall this game is a very polished effort and a worthy tribute to classic adventure gaming.

This critically acclaimed game also features five different endings; multiple side quests and alternative solutions; teamwork mode with other characters; and even a director's commentary!

A Tale of Two Kingdoms Review

A Tale of Two Kingdoms hearkens back to adventure games of old when the level of difficulty was greater because the hints provided by the game were fewer, offering more of a true adventure to the player. However, the challenge presented here is not so great that it is only recommended to the more experienced gamer as even the most casual of players will enjoy traipsing about the kingdom of Theylinn.

The Way Adventure Games Used to Be - No Hints!

While there is no hint system to offer help in times of trouble, the rudimentary point-and-click design of Two Kingdoms is such that items or areas that are necessary to explore typically stand out from the scenery, such as a barrel of apples near a shed, making it relatively simple to spot a necessary game component. Don't be fooled into thinking this ruins that challenge though.

Watch Out for Nasty Villains

Expect to frequently be caught off guard by rogue wizards and hideous goblins, veiled assassins and mythical fairies who will abruptly alter the course of the game by cursing you (causing inverted mouse movement), trapping you, and even killing you which restarts at the previous save point. Mini-challenges are a part of the game itself, such as finding a way to earn money or learning how, or who, to remove the curse placed on you by the wizard.

Older Graphics

The graphics themselves are well detailed which is only apparent in close-ups during dialogue. Most scenes are too pixelated, frequently making it difficult to spot an item before looking at it closely.

Conclusion - A Good, Classic-Style Adventure

Overall, A Tale of Two Kingdoms earns a score of medium for difficulty because many of the tasks are easy to figure out, but some do require serious intellect and thought to solve.

Both casual and experienced gamers alike can enjoy this mystical world and while some areas could be improved upon, this freeware is worthwhile to adventure fanatics and new players alike.

Player Reviews

by Sebastian (Lttle Dino) on Dec 10, 2016
Wow, great game.
This game was way better than expected, enjoyable, challenging, interesting and lots to do - took several days to complete. Great for kids, probably around 10 and up, and fun for adults too. Not violent, but not wussy either, and entertaining for both girls and boys of all ages. Very impressed by the quality of this game - have paid for games that were nowhere near the value of this one, well worth the download and installation time. Highly recommended.
by Snooze on Jan 8, 2013
Great.......
This game actually rocks!I mean,when i first saw the video i thought that it was some stupid game like dink smallwood but this game is too good for a freeware game.
by manen on Jul 9, 2012
Highly Enjoyable
Even better than I thought it was going to be. Well written story, great music and graphics. Loved all the rooms and puzzles. The goblins were really cool! I liked a lot of the characters- they seemed believable. So sad it's over- I hope for more adventure games like this!!
by Natalie on Feb 26, 2011
Classic hero game
Sooooo cuuuuute! It is a classic fairy tale. It is a really good game for children. My sister was very happy to play this fantastic game. Please send some more games related to Indian mythology and kings like Akbar.
by Atish yadav on Aug 22, 2009
Really Good Adventure Game (and it's FREE)
I loved playing the King's Quest series when I was a kid, and this game has the same feel of those Sierra games. The story is interesting and someone spent a long time drawing the backgrounds. Add to this a musical score, and you've got hours of free adventure-fun awaiting you! Four Smiling Bear Faces!
by The Great Nar on Aug 1, 2008
a good 3rd person rpg
my experience playing this game was great. The art designes where really well done,story line is well written,music is excellent for the time period of the game.game play is like any other 3rd person rpgs ive played the controllers are simplistic and easy to remember.this games is appropriate for i would say 13 and up.the game is fun just the fact of the animations in it and game play as well.i would have to say the reason why i feel the way i feel about is because if never played a 3rd person rpg before and i really liked this game.
by mackenzy on Mar 17, 2008