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Dark Tales: Edgar Allan Poe's The Gold Bug Collector's Edition

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81% User Score Based on 16 reviews

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Dark Tales: Edgar Allan Poe's The Gold Bug Collector's Edition is a single player action game. It was developed by AMAX Interactive and was released on June 9, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews
story7 positive mentions
  • Great voice acting that adds humor to the game, despite some poor recording quality.
  • Fun and varied puzzles that are not overly difficult, making for an enjoyable gameplay experience.
  • Beautiful graphics and engaging storyline, especially for fans of Edgar Allan Poe.
  • The game crashes frequently, causing frustration and loss of progress.
  • 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 gameplay less intuitive.
  • story
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it average and lacking the depth of previous installments, while others appreciate its creative elements and engaging plot, particularly in its adaptation of 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 narrative has its flaws, including bugs and a short length, many players still find enjoyment in the puzzles and artwork that accompany the story.

    • “Great game, not too challenging, a great plot and excellent artwork.”
    • “The creator of this game took great liberties to thicken the plot of this rather plain story, and we are much obliged to him (or her) for that.”
    • “This game is based off of Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Gold Bug', though it does take its liberties, understandable since the original story is pretty short.”
    • “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.”
    • “Even during the final story scene of the game, it crashed and caused me to miss part of the story.”
    • “I am not one that cares about story too much, but this story was a bit below average, I would say.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their beauty, featuring a stunning old-world style reminiscent of 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!”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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 oddly named items like 'cone' for a pine cone. The voice acting, while poorly recorded, adds a hilarious touch to the experience.”
    • “The humor in this game is top-notch, especially with the quirky dialogue and absurd situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
    • “I love how the game embraces its silliness, from the ridiculous item names to the over-the-top voice acting that makes even the most mundane moments entertaining.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the treasure hunt plot may not be as engaging as the series' typical murder mysteries, the gameplay is praised for its ability to compensate for this shortcoming, providing an enjoyable experience.

    • “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.”
    • “The variety of challenges keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging throughout.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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!”
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Dark Tales: Edgar Allan Poe's The Gold Bug Collector's Edition is a action game.

Dark Tales: Edgar Allan Poe's The Gold Bug Collector's Edition is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Dark Tales: Edgar Allan Poe's The Gold Bug Collector's Edition.

Dark Tales: Edgar Allan Poe's The Gold Bug Collector's Edition was released on June 9, 2016.

Dark Tales: Edgar Allan Poe's The Gold Bug Collector's Edition was developed by AMAX Interactive.

Dark Tales: Edgar Allan Poe's The Gold Bug Collector's Edition has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story.

Dark Tales: Edgar Allan Poe's The Gold Bug Collector's Edition is a single player game.

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