Criminal Archives: City on Fire Collector's Edition

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"Criminal Archives: City on Fire CE" is a Hidden-Object Puzzle Adventure game where you, a crime reporter, investigate a series of arsons in San Francisco caused by a mysterious Plague Doctor. With your partner, constable Melinda Watson, you'll uncover lies, corruption, and vengeance to discover the person behind the mask. This Collector's Edition offers a bonus chapter, replayable puzzles and mini-games, collectible morphing objects, and a strategy guide to help you throughout the game.

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Play Modes

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

Criminal Archives: City on Fire Collector's Edition screenshot

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

story10 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

The game features unique and challenging puzzles that provide a satisfying experience when solved.
The graphics and animations are exceptional, offering sharp and colorful visuals that enhance gameplay.
The bonus chapter includes entertaining mini-games and a good mystery, adding value to the overall experience.

There are numerous mini-games, which can become overwhelming and lead to frustration, especially towards the end.
Some hints are incorrect, and there are bugs that can cause the game to crash during certain mini-games.
The game lacks Steam achievements, which is disappointing for players who enjoy tracking their progress.

story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally well-received, with players finding it exciting and enjoyable to unravel. It features an interesting plot complemented by engaging gameplay, unique mini-games, and satisfying hidden object scenes. Overall, the narrative contributes positively to the gaming experience.
- “The plot was exciting and fun to unravel.”
- “The story is interesting and gameplay is enjoyable.”
- “The game has a pretty good story.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics and animations are consistently praised as exceptional, surpassing typical standards with stunning visuals and beautiful backgrounds.
- “The graphics and animations are out of this world compared to usual standards.”
- “Lovely graphics and backgrounds.”
music
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with several users noting that it is too quiet and sparse, leading to a desire for more background music to enhance the overall experience.
- “The only negative comment so far is that it's really quiet; I would like to have more background music.”
- “There is some music, but only sparingly.”