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Diamonds in the Rough
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You play the role of a 20 year old American called Jason Hart. Jason is a high school dropout who works as an office boy. All that is about to change in the beginning of our story, when he is approached by a mysterious man who seems to know more about him than Jason does himself. The man claims to represent an organization that recruits people who are believed to have "special abilities". Those abilities could be telepathy, telekinesis, or other extraordinary powers. Jason has had such an ability all his life, fearing to admit it to himself, let alone others. He accepts the job offer for this organization, which is called "Diamonds in the Rough". The story begins as soon as Jason moves to a town in the Midwest, where he will be employed doing this mysterious "work". He will soon start to wonder who he is really working for, and what the purpose of the organization is. [Atropos Studios]

PUBLISHER: Atropos Studios
DEVELOPER: Atropos Studios
GENRE(S): Adventure
PLAYERS: 1
ESRB RATING: RP (Rating Pending)
RELEASE DATE: March 17, 2008

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100
Just Adventure
Probably the most important aspect of this game is the theme. Because there is a quite unexpected reveal at the end of the game I will not reveal the theme. All I will say is that this game will challenge you and some people might not like it for this reason.
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100
Four Fat Chicks
The underlying story is engrossing, thrilling, daring.
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60
Adventure Gamers
Diamonds in the Rough is based on an interesting premise, but its generally dull implementation prevents it from realizing its potential. Indie fans may find it worth a look, but others may want to think twice.
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