The start of a new year is usually slow in terms of new game releases, but if you fancy a hidden object adventure game, we have a suggestion for you: Love Alchemy: A Heart In Winter. Although clearly not one game to put on a best of list, it can prove good enough for those looking for a pleasant way to spend their time at the beginning of the new year. Must do: play this game with a hot cup of hot chocolate nearby.

When a new romance blossoms, the door to mystery opens in Love Alchemy: A Heart In Winter. Follow a young woman as she’s caught in the tightening web of intrigue surrounding her charming but mysterious lover. To do so, you’ll have to search for hidden objects, solve puzzles, and win mini-games, even as the game romances you with its astonishing beauty. From opulent castle halls, to creepy dungeons, to exotic faraway lands, you’ll want to stop and soak in the visual splendor. But you won’t because each discovery will lure you closer to an ending you won’t expect. If you enjoy adventures that hold your heart in their grip like a budding romance, then play Love Alchemy. As the door to mystery opens, you’ll be helpless against it!

Although visually it’s not extremely exciting, the game still manages to do a great job and will probably be OK even for the most demanding player, while the interesting story will keep you connected and willing to solve the mystery before it’s too late. And in the end, that’s what makes a game great.

So if you want to give Love Alchemy: A Heart In Winter a try, head over to Big Fish Games and download it right away. It’s the best choice for a new game so early in the year.