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Help Blake and Mortimer protect a precious artifact and the fate of all mankind!

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Blake and Mortimer: The Curse of the Thirty Denarii screenshot

Blake and Mortimer: The Curse of the Thirty Denarii screenshot

Blake and Mortimer: The Curse of the Thirty Denarii screenshot

Blake and Mortimer: The Curse of the Thirty Denarii screenshot

Blake and Mortimer: The Curse of the Thirty Denarii screenshot

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

story4 positive mentions

graphics4 negative mentions

The game features a pleasing comic book aesthetic that respects the original work of Edgar Jacobs.
It offers simple and relaxing gameplay with enjoyable music, making it accessible for casual players.
The puzzles are easy to solve and the game is relatively inexpensive, providing good entertainment value for fans of the Blake and Mortimer series.

The game is very short, typically taking less than two hours to complete, leaving players wanting more content.
There are technical issues, such as a lack of resolution options and low-quality graphics that do not meet modern gaming standards.
Some puzzles can be frustrating, and the game lacks features like voice acting, achievements, and trading cards.

graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
58%
33%
The graphics in the game are widely criticized for their low quality and lack of customization options, with many reviewers noting that the visual presentation is subpar, reminiscent of outdated titles like Pac-Man and Space Invaders. While some appreciate the blend of original artwork and stock images, overall, the graphics are deemed mediocre and insufficient for modern gaming standards.
- “Graphics – just like the books/comics.”
- “There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
- “While the artwork itself, while mediocre, might be considered passable, the visual presentation here is negligible; it might as well be a slideshow or a YouTube video.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The game's story, inspired by two books from 2006 and 2009, is described as intriguing and well-crafted, though some reviewers noted its lack of realism. There is a consensus that a more clever utilization of the narrative could have significantly extended the game's length. Overall, the continuation of the series has maintained a compelling storyline.
- “+ intriguing story.”
- “A cleverer use of the story might have doubled the game length.”
- “The series has been continued by a team up until today, and the story in the game is based on two books published in 2006 and 2009.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring a calming soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience, though it is noted to be somewhat repetitive due to looping. Overall, it has been rated around 8/10 for its quality.
- “The music is good, even if it is a bit repetitive as it loops around.”
- “It offers nice music and easy gameplay.”
- “Soundtrack – 8/10 but loops.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The gameplay is characterized by its easy mechanics and pleasant music, making it accessible to a wide audience. While the user interface relies heavily on 2D static images, reminiscent of browser games, the clever integration of hidden object mechanics and minigames enhances the overall experience by complementing the art and narrative.
- “It offers nice music and easy gameplay.”
- “Hidden object mechanics and minigames are used in clever ways to complement the art and the plot.”
- “The user interface for this game is mostly just 2D static images, which gives it a simple and accessible feel.”
- “For gameplay purposes, because the user interface for this game is mostly just 2D static images... it might as well be a browser game.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”

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