Emerald Echoes
Uncover the story of a legendary alchemist and a secret bond that refuses to stay buried.
Two 15th century alchemists, once close, have drifted apart. One seeks to mend the rift—the other proves difficult to find. The path to reconciliation is paved with unexpected challenges and mysteries. This is where the story of Emerald Echoes begins.
But it’s not the whole story.
Difficulty
Narrative
Time
4-6 Hours
Players
1+ (best 1-3)
Internet Use
Not Required
historical, fantasy, art, artifacts, unplug, LGBTQ, romance
What's Included?
Instructions
4 Chapter Envelopes with 13 puzzle folders and 8 story folders
An abundance of letters and story documents
Over a dozen illustrated puzzle pages
Tactile puzzle components, including a metal coin and engraved wooden box
Integrated offline hint system
Gameplay
Written by Lauren Bello (The Morrison Game Factory, Threads of Fate) and spanning four chapters, Emerald Echoes can be played as a solo or co-op narrative puzzle game. Each chapter envelope contains a collection of physical items, such as a metal coin and wooden box, alongside numbered puzzle folders filled with letters, field guides, and documents printed on high quality paper. Blue story folders woven throughout contain no puzzles but move the story forward between discoveries. None of the items in the game are destroyed while playing, making it fully resettable. That way you can enjoy your own mystical adventure and then pass the game along to other players.
The Story
The other part unfolds in the margins: messages between two present day researchers, Hanna and Marketa, brought together by their shared interest in unearthed historical documents. You must use their correspondence to piece together the story of what happened to the ancient alchemists. Guided by their research, you’ll work through beautifully illustrated puzzles, manipulate tactile artifacts, and immerse yourself in the narrative as each discovery pulls you deeper into the past.
Will you uncover the secrets of the legendary alchemist and her enigmatic companions?
Playing the Game
Game Reviews
Inspiration
Credits
Emerald Echoes continues the epic journey of the award-winning puzzletale, The Emerald Flame, following Hannah and Marketa’s story through the same world. It’s a standalone sequel—no prior knowledge of The Emerald Flame needed to pick it up and play.
Game Design: Rita Orlov & Chelsea Stark
Writing: Lauren Bello
Box Cover Illustration: Līga Klavina
Interior Illustrations: Rita Orlov & Jack Fallows
Graphic Design: Rita Orlov, Chelsea Stark, & Erika Ginder
