Monument Valley vs This War of Mine
Monument Valley
Monument Valley is a fun 3D puzzle game that has risen to fame due to its unique and bizarre geometry. In this game, you will need to guide the princess Ida through various mysterious locations, each with a specific monument in place, solving the tricky and optical illusion-infused puzzles that the Crow People throws at you along the way. The game is not as linear you might think though - there are plenty of secret paths that you can uncover as well.For a mobile game, Monument Valley has the quality, elegance and depth of a PC game. It has that minimalistic charm that many adore as well. So, if you happen to enjoy 3D puzzle games, you might want to buy and download this game on your mobile devices.
This War of Mine
This War of Mine is an indie, 2D survival management game that, unlike most games in its genre, is set not in a post-apocalyptic world but in a war-torn country. Despite being war-themed, the game doesn't cast you into the role of the brave soldier but of the average citizen trying to make the best of the situation and to survive long enough until the war breaks (if it ever).Due to this twist of perspective, along with the fact that every decision and action you make has consequences, both mentally and physically, on the character who did the deed as well as the team, the game ended up having a very tragic undertone and atmosphere throughout its gameplay. After all, you do have to make some difficult decisions in an effort to keep your people alive. From time to time, special events may also pop up and you will need to make a decision to be involved or to stay out of it.
Survival is also another important aspect of the game, and as such, you will need to scavenge for supplies and ensure that your people are well-fed and watered. Materials, tools, and items you gathered over your trips outdoors can be used to craft something else or be sold for some extra cash. During wartime, people are naturally more cautious and for some, more aggressive. It's wise to be careful whenever you encounter other "people" (they are NPCs), especially armed ones, lest your character get slain and your team stumbles straight into depression.
This War of Mine made headlights and game history with its challenging gameplay and of course, its brutally-honest look at the true victims of war. If you think your heart is ready to go through a rollercoaster of emotions, most of which are of the "sad" sort, then, you simply must give this game a try.