- April 6, 2018
- Artifex Mundi
- 5h median play time
Enigmatis 3: The Shadow of Karkhala
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About
"Enigmatis 3: The Shadow of Karkhala" is a single-player kids' quiz game with an intriguing story and outstanding graphics. The game follows the detective protagonist and her partner Hamilton as they pursue the demonic preacher to the remotest mountains, on his quest for ultimate power and a grim secret. This personal mission marks the thrilling finale of the Enigmatis detective series.










- Beautiful graphics and art style that enhance the immersive experience.
- Engaging storyline that ties well with the previous entries in the series.
- Variety of puzzles and hidden object scenes that keep gameplay interesting.
- Game feels shorter and less challenging compared to the previous installments.
- Some technical issues, including long loading times and occasional glitches.
- The ending may feel anticlimactic and lacks the depth of earlier games.
- story638 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The story of "Enigmatis 3: The Shadow of Karkhala" serves as a conclusion to the trilogy, continuing the narrative from the previous games while introducing new elements and settings. While many players found the overarching plot engaging and well-integrated with the gameplay, some noted that it felt less cohesive compared to earlier installments, with a few predictable twists and a somewhat rushed ending. Overall, the game is recommended for those who have played the first two titles, as it ties together various plot threads and character arcs, though some critiques highlight a lack of depth and coherence in the storytelling.
“The story carries through all three games.”
“The final chapter and conclusion to the Enigmatis storyline.”
“The story is a satisfying climax to the trio of Enigmatis games, and this is one of the only series I have actually followed to the end.”
“As I mentioned in my second review, just like movies, the storylines start dwindling as they make more of them without the same love or passion as they did the first.”
“The story felt quite a bit distant from the last game, let alone the one from the first.”
“The story was very weak and a lot of scenes didn't even make sense.”