Grim Tales: Graywitch Collector's Edition

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In Grim Tales: The Bride Collector's Edition, you investigate your sister's disappearance on her wedding day by searching for clues in the abandoned family mansion. This Hidden Object Puzzle Adventure game features exciting gameplay, along with bonus content including a bonus game, wallpapers, soundtrack, and concept art. Solve the mystery and uncover the truth behind your sister's vanishing in this compelling game.

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Play Modes

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

Grim Tales: Graywitch Collector's Edition screenshot

68%

Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

story7 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful visuals and detailed artwork that evoke a nostalgic atmosphere.
The storyline is engaging, with well-written characters and unique puzzles that keep the gameplay interesting.
Despite its age, the game offers a decent amount of hidden object scenes and a captivating narrative.

The game suffers from significant backtracking and lacks a fast-travel map, making navigation tedious.
There are numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with hidden object scenes and freezing.
The audio is minimal and repetitive, with no voice acting, which detracts from the overall experience.

story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
62%
12%
The story of the game revolves around Anna's quest to uncover the mystery of her sister Luisa's disappearance on her wedding day, enhanced by a journal that provides additional context and depth. While many players appreciate the intriguing premise and atmospheric elements, there are notable criticisms regarding plot holes and inconsistencies, particularly concerning character motivations and the relevance of bonus chapters. Overall, the narrative is seen as a strong point, though it may not fully satisfy all players due to its flaws.
- “I used to love playing the big fish ho games way back because they were beautiful and had great storylines.”
- “The player, Anna, is on a quest to find out what happened to her sister Luisa and why she disappeared on her wedding day.”
- “It has an intriguing storyline and overwhelming atmosphere.”
- “The journal is good; it gives an additional explanation to the story, but I still don't understand how the two sisters separated at a young age and why the main character left.”
- “Sometimes I wish games didn't have bonus chapters like this one, which don't add anything to the story. In fact, you'll wonder why it happened and why they sold the house when they know what is inside of it.”
- “The story did suspend belief at times... who trusts a demon?”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
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The graphics of the game are generally considered to be dated, with some users noting issues like poor optimization for high resolutions and shading problems. However, many appreciate the beautiful scenery and detailed artwork, which contribute positively to the overall experience, especially for those who prioritize story and atmosphere over cutting-edge visuals. Overall, while the graphics may not meet modern standards, they still offer a visually appealing environment that enhances the gameplay.
- “The artwork is good, some of the areas look amazing with all the details.”
- “+beautiful visuals and location design.”
- “The artwork is absolutely gorgeous, the music and the sound effects are well done.”
- “The game is graphically mostly okay, it has some shading issues on some of the scenes, and some of the hidden objects blend too well into some black spots.”
- “The graphics are badly optimized for today's high resolutions, but I still enjoyed the environment they portrayed.”
- “The graphics may not be up to what we're all used to nowadays, but the scenery is still beautiful to me personally.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
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The music in the game is largely criticized for being minimal and repetitive, with many players noting that it often goes unnoticed or becomes annoying. While some appreciate the sound effects and the inclusion of a few tracks, the overall consensus is that the soundtrack fails to enhance the gaming experience.
- “The artwork is absolutely gorgeous, the music and the sound effects are well done.”
- “Options include separate sliders for music and sound, full-screen (auto widescreen) and custom cursor.”
- “There are extra features in the game: bonus chapter; game strategy guide; soundtracks; concept art and wallpapers.”
- “The music is almost non-existent, and if it ever plays, it is the same track looping over and over. I didn't enjoy it at all; the game sounded quiet most of the time.”
- “There are no voiceovers, and I scarcely noticed the music.”
- “Music is repetitive and annoying, and the scenes require precise clicking in the right pixel.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
44%
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The gameplay is characterized as a classic hidden object experience, featuring unique puzzles that keep it engaging despite its typical mechanics. While it draws comparisons to the *Redemption Cemetery* series with smoother story transitions, some players find the lack of a minimap and excessive backtracking frustrating, leading to a perception of archaic design. Overall, the gameplay offers a mix of enjoyable puzzles and tedious navigation.
- “The gameplay is like any hidden object game, but since this is a classic game, it is heavy with hidden object scenes and puzzles. The puzzles are unique, however, and not boring.”
- “The way it plays out is reminiscent of the Redemption Cemetery series' gameplay, but with a smoother transition between stories.”
- “Now any of you who follow my reviews knows how I feel about illogical gameplay.”
- “There is no minimap, but that would be okay if the plot didn't force us to pointlessly walk back and forth. I bet the 4 hours of gameplay is at least 2 hours of walking.”
- “Gameplay is archaic.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players often find that excessive grinding can lead to a tedious and exhausting experience, detracting from overall enjoyment and engagement with the game.
- “If a game becomes too tedious, or even too enervating...”
- “The grinding feels endless and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- “I find myself spending more time grinding than actually playing the game.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have several bugs, with one particularly problematic puzzle being nearly game-breaking for some players, indicating issues with overall stability.
- “This game was a bit buggy, and the rip puzzle was almost a game breaker for me.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's graphics are poorly optimized for modern high resolutions, which detracts from the overall experience, though players still appreciate the environmental design.
- “The graphics are poorly optimized for today's high resolutions, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The game suffers from significant performance issues, making it frustrating to play.”
- “There are frequent frame drops and stuttering, indicating a lack of proper optimization.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game has low replayability, with users indicating that there is little incentive to play it multiple times.
- “The replay value for the game is low.”
- “There isn't much incentive to play through the game again after finishing it.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little reason to return.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by an intriguing storyline that captivates players, creating an overwhelming sense of immersion.
- “It has an intriguing storyline and an overwhelming atmosphere.”