Dark Lore Mysteries: The Hunt For Truth

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Dark Lore Mysteries: The Hunt For Truth is a single player arcade puzzle game. It was developed by Gogii Games and was released on April 8, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "Dark Lore Mysteries: The Hunt For Truth," you are a detective investigating a series of supernatural events in a small town. Gather evidence, interview witnesses, and solve puzzles to uncover the truth behind the dark lore. With multiple endings based on your choices, each playthrough brings new twists and surprises.

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72%

Audience ScoreBased on 68 reviews

story11 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a good number of hidden object scenes, which fans of the genre will enjoy.
The atmosphere is dark and engaging, with decent graphics and sound design.
Some mini-games are creative and provide a fun challenge, making the gameplay enjoyable.

The game is very short, typically taking only 2 hours to complete, which may not justify the price.
Graphics and animations are outdated, making the game feel like it belongs to an earlier era.
The story is often confusing and lacks depth, with many plot points feeling rushed or poorly explained.

story
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
61%
12%
The story aspect of the game received mixed reviews, with many players finding it average or lacking depth. While some appreciated the intriguing elements and pacing, others criticized the storytelling for being confusing, rushed, or poorly executed, leading to a sense of disappointment in its potential. Overall, the narrative was seen as a blend of fun and frustration, with a few surprising twists but often falling short of expectations.
- “Really enjoyed this, had a great story and moved at a nice pace.”
- “The story was an adventure, it made sense, was well written and helped to get into the mind of the detective looking in from the outside.”
- “Intriguing and exciting story.”
- “The plot had potential, but the storytelling could have been better.”
- “What little story it has is bland and confusing.”
- “The story makes very little sense and there is no character development.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
57%
20%
The graphics in the game have received largely negative feedback, with many users describing them as subpar, muddy, and lacking detail. While some players found the artwork acceptable, the overall visual presentation is criticized for being simplistic and reminiscent of outdated games. A few reviews noted decent graphics in specific scenes, but the consensus leans towards disappointment, suggesting a need for significant improvement in visual quality.
- “Lots of fun and great graphics.”
- “I thought the story, voice acting, and graphics were decent and enjoyed the hidden object puzzles' art and found their difficulty slightly above average.”
- “Otherwise, the graphics are nice and the hidden puzzle scenes adequate.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “While the artwork itself might be considered passable, the visual presentation here is negligible; it might as well be a slideshow or a YouTube video.”
- “The graphics are pretty shoddy and put together, with a visible lack of care in the hidden object scenes, featuring random objects strewn about that don't fit the timeline.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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The gameplay is generally regarded as decent, featuring numerous hidden object scenes and adventure elements, though some players find the mechanics a bit clunky and require time to adjust. While the graphics and story are considered average, the presence of puzzles and the need for maps enhance the overall experience.
- “Through the gameplay, you will find lots of hidden object scenes.”
- “Gameplay: 8”
- “Mechanics are a little clunky.”
- “I did find myself backtracking a bit because it took me a little time to get used to the mechanics.”
- “So, decent game, decent mechanics, sub-par cinematics, and decent story.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its simplicity and dark, creepy elements, creating an engaging and immersive experience. While some users found it flat at times, many appreciated the intriguing settings and background music that contribute to the overall ambiance.
- “Simple but atmospheric.”
- “Short but a nice little game if you like a dark atmosphere.”
- “It started out good; I loved the atmosphere, the settings, and the background music, not to mention an intriguing mystery.”
- “Flat atmosphere”
- “Creepy atmosphere”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it pleasant and atmospheric, enhancing the overall experience, while others criticize it as subpar and uninspired. Despite the positive notes on background music and voice acting, there are concerns that it fails to elevate the game's overall quality.
- “Pleasant music, sounds, and voice acting.”
- “Cool background music.”
- “It started out good; I loved the atmosphere, the settings, and the background music, not to mention an intriguing mystery.”
- “The music is forgettable and lacks any real impact on the gameplay experience.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and fails to enhance the atmosphere of the game.”
- “The audio design is disappointing, with music that doesn't match the game's tone or setting.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and unremarkable, with some experiencing crashes that, while not resulting in lost progress, add to the overall frustration.
- “All that and it crashing a few times (no progress lost, just tedious) just brought me to the conclusion that it was just meh.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “I spent hours grinding for resources, only to realize it was all for minimal rewards.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized due to the presence of glitches and bugs, particularly affecting the puzzles, which detracts from the overall experience. As a result, many users are hesitant to recommend the game confidently.
- “I can't recommend it with confidence because there are glitches.”
- “The puzzles were pretty typical, although some were buggy.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the game suffers from a lack of coherent storytelling, resulting in minimal to no character development throughout the experience.
- “The story makes very little sense and there is no character development.”

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Dark Lore Mysteries: The Hunt For Truth is a arcade puzzle game.

Dark Lore Mysteries: The Hunt For Truth is available on PC and Windows.

Dark Lore Mysteries: The Hunt For Truth was released on April 8, 2014.

Dark Lore Mysteries: The Hunt For Truth was developed by Gogii Games.

Dark Lore Mysteries: The Hunt For Truth has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Dark Lore Mysteries: The Hunt For Truth is a single player game.

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