Halloween Stories: Black Book Collector's Edition

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In "Halloween Stories: Horror Movie Collector's Edition," players must help Ellie rescue her friends who have been trapped in a cursed horror movie. This collector's edition includes three terror-filled films, extra features like hidden objects and morphing objects, and the chance to investigate strange events in a high school as detective Jessica Holmes.

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Play Modes

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

Halloween Stories: Black Book Collector's Edition screenshot

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

story8 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features a wide variety of puzzles, with only a small percentage being hidden object scenes, keeping players engaged.
The atmosphere, visuals, and sound design are well-executed, creating a creepy and immersive experience that resonates with horror movie fans.
The inclusion of a fast-travel map, multiple difficulty levels, and a bonus chapter adds to the overall enjoyment and replayability of the game.

Some players experienced technical issues, including sound glitches and unresponsive puzzles that hindered gameplay.
The main game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content.
The story has been criticized for being corny and derivative, attempting to mimic the vibe of popular media like Stranger Things.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
27%
The story is generally regarded as engaging and atmospheric, with a fun and spooky vibe reminiscent of "Stranger Things," though some find it a bit corny. Players appreciate the beautiful graphics and the inclusion of a bonus chapter, which adds to the overall experience without necessarily continuing the main narrative. The puzzles are well-balanced, enhancing the gameplay while keeping the storyline interesting and enjoyable.
- “Just like the other game, the visuals, sounds, and story are all on point; they are creepy, atmospheric, and beautiful.”
- “The story-line is fun and spooky, and the puzzles are enjoyable without being too hard or too easy.”
- “Storyline keeps you interested in the gameplay and the bonus chapter picks up where the main game leaves off.”
- “The story is corny and tries to steal a 'Stranger Things' vibe (it even uses the font here and there), but as far as these games go, this one is pretty good.”
- “The story was challenging enough to make you think, but not hard to the point where it's impossible.”
- “The storyline keeps you interested in the gameplay, and the bonus chapter picks up where the main game leaves off.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
43%
The graphics are consistently praised for their beauty, atmosphere, and attention to detail, creating a moody and immersive experience. Users highlight the visuals as both eye-catching and fitting for the game's aesthetic, contributing to an engaging overall presentation. The combination of clean graphics and interesting layouts enhances the gameplay experience.
- “Just like the other game, the visuals, sounds, and story are all on point; they are creepy, atmospheric, and beautiful.”
- “The aesthetic was 1000% on point, and the layout was really interesting!”
- “The details and graphics are moody and eye-catching.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to connect with the story.”
- “The environments feel bland and uninspired, failing to immerse players in the game world.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its creepy yet beautiful visuals, engaging sounds, and a nostalgic vibe that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the effective combination of spooky elements and pleasant music, creating an enjoyable and immersive environment, particularly suited for a Halloween theme.
- “Just like the other game, the visuals, sounds, and story are all on point; they are creepy, atmospheric, and beautiful.”
- “Overall, a good Halloween atmosphere and nostalgic vibe.”
- “Atmospheric, spooky, pleasant, and the music is nice.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The music in the game is praised for its atmospheric and spooky qualities, effectively complementing the environment and enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers find it pleasant and fitting, contributing positively to the game's ambiance.
- “The music is atmospheric, spooky, and pleasant, creating a nice ambiance.”
- “The fitting music perfectly complements the environment.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the sound effects are decent, the background music is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gameplay experience.”
- “The soundtrack is uninspired and fails to match the game's atmosphere, leaving it feeling flat.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have noted that the game appears to be unoptimized, leading to performance issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “Another issue is that the game seems somewhat unoptimized.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, users report that while there are some interesting glitches present, they are generally manageable and may not affect all players.
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
- “There are numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustrating moments.”