- March 26, 2020
- Brave Giant LTD
- 9h median play time
Family Mysteries: Poisonous Promises
Platforms
About
In "Family Mysteries: Poisonous Promises," players step into the shoes of a detective to solve a mysterious murder case in a glamorous city filled with secrets. Explore your surroundings, gather evidence, interrogate witnesses, and uncover a bigger scheme at play. With its thrilling storyline and 80's cop show vibe, this game promises an action-packed adventure that serves as the exciting opener for the "Family Mysteries" trilogy.








- Engaging mystery with unexpected twists and a solid storyline that keeps players hooked.
- Good graphics and artwork, with enjoyable hidden object scenes and a variety of puzzles.
- Innovative mechanics, such as evidence gathering and a unique match-3 combat system, add depth to the gameplay.
- Poor voice acting and corny dialogue detract from the overall experience, making it feel less immersive.
- Many puzzles are overly simplistic or frustrating, with some being illogical or poorly explained.
- The plot can be convoluted and filled with clichés, leading to a lack of coherence in the story.
story
87 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe story of "Family Mysteries: Poisonous Promises" is a mixed bag, with some players finding it engaging and filled with twists, while others criticize it for being convoluted and nonsensical. The plot follows a familiar detective narrative, featuring a mix of mystery and hidden object gameplay, but suffers from poor voice acting and dialogue. Overall, while the story has its entertaining moments, it often lacks coherence and depth, making it a standard entry in the genre rather than a standout.
“The intriguing storyline, visually impressive artwork, and immersive music captivated me throughout.”
“This delightful hidden object game seamlessly blends mystery, detective work, and unexpected plot twists into an engaging experience.”
“The main storyline is full of twists, so I must say I was impressed by it, even if I could see some things that weren't realistic.”
“The story is occasionally hard to follow; several scenes and situations are borderline nonsensical.”
“The story is awfully cheesy, and as usual, bad voice acting and hilarious animations.”
“The story and dialogue in this game are beyond stupid, even for the already incredibly low standards for Artifex Mundi games.”