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Dark Romance: Ashville Collector's Edition

67%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
music
92% User Score Based on 24 reviews

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Mac OSMac OSPCPCWindowsWindows

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In Dark Romance: Sleepy Hollow Collector's Edition, a series of murders attributed to the Headless Horseman terrorize a small town. As a detective, you must use your skills to solve the mystery and protect the townspeople from supernatural threats. This special edition includes exclusive hidden object puzzles, mini-games, and replayable content. Help the town before you become the Horseman's next victim.

Dark Romance: Ashville Collector's Edition screenshot
Dark Romance: Ashville Collector's Edition screenshot
Dark Romance: Ashville Collector's Edition screenshot
Dark Romance: Ashville Collector's Edition screenshot
Dark Romance: Ashville Collector's Edition screenshot
Dark Romance: Ashville Collector's Edition screenshot
Dark Romance: Ashville Collector's Edition screenshot
Dark Romance: Ashville Collector's Edition screenshot
Dark Romance: Ashville Collector's Edition screenshot
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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it consistently amusing despite any potential shortcomings.

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5h Median play time
5h Average play time
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*Based on 1 analyzed playthroughs

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