Dark Tales: Edgar Allan Poe's Ligeia Collector's Edition

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

Reviews

53%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

story6 positive mentions

Great voice acting that adds humor to the game, despite some poor recording quality.
Fun and engaging puzzles that are well-balanced in difficulty, making them enjoyable without being overly challenging.
Beautiful graphics and artwork that enhance the overall experience, especially for fans of Edgar Allan Poe.

The game crashes frequently, which can disrupt gameplay and detract from the experience.
The story is considered average and less interesting compared to previous entries in the series.
Some hidden object items have odd names and the hitboxes are small, making them frustrating to interact with.

story
18 mentions
33 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it average and lacking depth compared to previous installments, while others appreciate its creative elements and connection to Edgar Allan Poe's "The Gold Bug." Voice acting is noted as a highlight, albeit poorly recorded, adding an unintended humor to the experience. Overall, while the plot may not be the strongest aspect, the engaging gameplay and artwork help to elevate the overall enjoyment.
- “Ho scenes are fun, minigames challenging, and the plot engaging.”
- “Total of 4 hours playtime and the bonus chapter is a direct continuation of the story.”
- “Great game, not too challenging, a great plot and excellent artwork.”
- “The plot about the treasure hunt isn't nearly as interesting as the series' usual foray into murders, but the gameplay makes up for that.”
- “I am not one that cares about story too much, but this story was a bit below average, I would say.”
- “This game is based on Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Gold Bug', though it does take its liberties, understandable since the original story is pretty short.”
graphics
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their beauty, featuring a stunning old-world style reminiscent of Thomas Kinkade, along with excellent artwork and concept design. While the gameplay may be less challenging, the visual presentation significantly enhances the overall experience.
- “Gorgeous old world Kinkade style graphics.”
- “Beautiful graphics and artwork!”
- “Nice graphics and amazing concept art!”
music
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its quality and the effectiveness of the voice acting, contributing to an overall enjoyable auditory experience.
- “Nice music and voice acting.”
- “Great music!”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is derived from its nonsensical elements, such as oddly named items and poor voice acting, which, despite its low quality, adds a comedic charm. While the story is average, the quirky aspects and unintentional hilarity contribute to an entertaining experience.
- “The story is average, but the humor shines through with its nonsensical locks and oddly named items, like calling a pine cone a 'cone.' The voice acting, while poorly recorded, adds an unexpected layer of comedy.”
- “The humor in this game is delightful, especially with the quirky names for items and the hilariously bad voice acting that makes even the simplest lines entertaining.”
- “I love how the game embraces its absurdity; the strange item names and the intentionally awkward voice acting create a unique comedic experience.”
gameplay
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
While the treasure hunt plot may not be as engaging as the series' typical murder mysteries, the gameplay is strong and compensates for the narrative shortcomings.
- “The gameplay makes up for the less interesting plot about the treasure hunt compared to the series' usual focus on murders.”
- “The mechanics are smooth and intuitive, making it easy to get immersed in the action.”
- “I love how the gameplay encourages exploration and creativity, allowing players to approach challenges in multiple ways.”