Framed Collection
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About Framed Collection
Framed Collection bundles two puzzle games, Framed and Framed 2, into a single package. Built by Loveshack Entertainment and published by Surprise Attack Games, it launched in May 2018 for PC, Mac, Linux, and Nintendo Switch. The games task you with editing noir-inspired comic panels to alter murder mystery storylines. By rearranging visual scenes, you manipulate cause and effect to clear a frame or prevent a crime. The collection adds refined mechanics and enhanced visuals over the original releases. It’s a bite-sized, cleverly designed puzzle experience that thrives on lateral thinking. Perfect for fans of narrative-driven puzzles who enjoy tinkering with timelines.
Gameplay
Each level presents a static comic strip split into panels. You swipe or drag to reorder them, adjusting the sequence to change character movements, actions, and consequences. For example, moving a panel where a villain hides behind a car might let you reposition a traffic light to stop an assassination attempt. The core loop is quick, most puzzles take under five minutes to solve, though some require precise timing or physics-based logic. Controls are point-and-click or touch-friendly, depending on platform. The challenge lies in spotting hidden interactions, like objects that influence later panels. With 100+ levels split between the two games, it’s a compact but dense puzzle experience.
What Players Think
Framed Collection holds 79/100 on Metacritic and 79.7/100 on IGDB, backed by 18 critic reviews. Players complete the base game in 5, 8 hours on average, with 45% earning all 18 achievements. Community feedback praises the “elegant design” (IGN) and “refreshing approach to puzzles” (Destructoid). Some note the storylines feel repetitive after the first game, but most agree the mechanics are tight. Reddit threads highlight the satisfaction of “rewriting the narrative with a simple drag,” though a few call it “overpriced for its length” pre-sale discounts. Mood checks show 78% of players felt “creative” or “curious” during play.
PlayPile's Take
Framed Collection is a sharp, accessible puzzle package best for casual players and fans of visual storytelling. At its current price points (often under $20), it’s a low-risk buy for its inventive core loop. The 18 achievements offer decent replayability, but the main story finishes quickly. Skip if you crave long campaigns or complex narratives. It’s a strong choice for puzzle enthusiasts who enjoy tinkering with cause-and-effect systems, and for those who missed the original releases. The Switch port is particularly praised for its touch controls.
Game Modes
Single player
IGDB Rating
79.7
RAWG Rating
3.9
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