Dark Romance: Ashville Collector's Edition

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In "Dark Romance: Ashville Collector's Edition," you journey to a far-off kingdom to find the Rose of Life, the only cure for your ailing father. However, a powerful witch named Claudine also seeks the Rose's rejuvenating powers and has stolen it from a prince, cursing his kingdom. You must team up with the prince to stop Claudine, save your father, and break the prince's curse. Gorgeous graphics and varied hidden object scenes await you in this exciting adventure.

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Play Modes

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

Dark Romance: Ashville Collector's Edition screenshot

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

story6 positive mentions

Great quality game with a good storyline and interesting mechanisms, including the ability to switch between characters.
Beautiful graphics and animations, with engaging puzzles and a satisfying adventure experience.
The game offers a long playtime with a bonus chapter, diverse hidden object scenes, and a fast-travel map.

The game does not work on Windows 11 with certain graphics cards, leading to a black screen issue.
Many puzzles are too easy, making the game feel more suitable for beginners and potentially boring for experienced players.
Some gameplay mechanics are frustrating, such as needing to use specific items instead of logical alternatives, and the lack of journal entries or trading cards.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The game's story is praised for its engaging narrative and unique take on the headless horseman tale, allowing players to experience both sides through character switching. It features a well-structured plot filled with mini-games, puzzles, and collectibles, complemented by beautiful graphics and a bonus chapter that enhances the overall experience. While the romance is minimal, the story maintains consistency and offers a captivating fairy tale atmosphere.
- “I like that you got to play both sides of the story by switching between characters, and that both characters were equally active.”
- “The story was a very interesting alternative take on the headless horseman tale.”
- “Great art, effects, & sound, and okay music, voice acting, and story.”
- “The story made sense and it's not terribly heavy on the romance, maintaining consistency throughout.”
- “And the plot is decent.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
8%
23%
The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many users praising the colorful, crisp visuals and detailed artwork. However, there are significant issues reported by some players, particularly those using Windows 11 with a Radeon 7900 graphics card, who experienced black screens and no graphics. Overall, while the visuals are appreciated, technical compatibility remains a concern for certain users.
- “Good soundtrack and nice visuals.”
- “The graphics and animations are good, and the puzzles are original.”
- “A mixture of mini-games, strategy guide (if needed), an amazing story with graphics that are so very beautiful and so very detailed.”
- “Does not work on Windows 11 with a 7900 Radeon graphic card (black screen, no graphics)”
- “Does not work on Windows 11 with a 7900 Radeon graphic card (black screen, no graphics)”
- “---[ graphics / art style ]---”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its fitting nature and ability to complement the visuals without being intrusive. While some reviews mention the soundtrack as good but not exceptional, the overall audio experience, including sound effects and voice acting, contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “Good soundtrack and nice visuals.”
- “Fitting music.”
- “Music that doesn't get on your nerves.”
- “The music is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gameplay experience.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the game has many great features, the music is a major letdown and feels out of place.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by an enjoyable swapping mechanic and a lack of frustrating puzzles, contributing to a smooth and engaging experience.
- “The swapping mechanic was fun and there were no major frustrating puzzles.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it consistently amusing despite any potential shortcomings.