MacGuffin's Curse

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"MacGuffin's Curse" is a single-player adventure game with a compelling story, available for PC and Mac. As the magician-turned-thief-turned-werewolf Lucas MacGuffin, players must sneak and smash their way through a city in lockdown, using both human and werewolf abilities to lift a magical curse. With hilarious dialogue, hand-drawn art, and high replay value, it's a comedy-puzzle-adventure perfect for all skill levels.

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Play Modes

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 43 reviews

story8 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a wacky story and humorous dialogue that enhance the puzzle-solving experience, making it feel like an adventure rather than a grind.
Puzzles are well-designed with a pleasant challenge level, requiring thought without being overly complex, and the mechanic of switching between human and werewolf forms adds depth to the gameplay.
The charming art style and engaging soundtrack contribute to a cozy atmosphere, making the game visually appealing and enjoyable to play.

The gameplay can become repetitive, with some puzzles feeling tedious and lacking variety as the game progresses.
The humor and writing may not resonate with everyone, and some characters and elements, like the werewolf design, have been criticized for being poorly executed.
The control scheme can feel awkward, particularly when using certain keys for actions, which may detract from the overall experience.

story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
39%
17%
The game's story is characterized by its wacky, lighthearted tone, featuring over-the-top characters and a moustache-twirling villain that contribute to a humorous and engaging narrative. Players appreciate the blend of main quests and side missions, which are filled with witty dialogue and collectibles, making the overall experience enjoyable despite some fetch quests. The charming backstory and clever humor enhance the puzzle-solving gameplay, keeping players invested throughout their journey.
- “Here we got a loony universe with moustache-twirling villains and generally over-the-top characters that it all turns out to be a lighthearted, humorous journey with a clear plot that is fun to follow while solving all the puzzles.”
- “A puzzle game with a very interesting story full of witty humor, MacGuffin's Curse proves that an old idea can be recycled and yield an interesting result.”
- “Good humor, interesting back story, and excellent puzzles kept me hooked throughout this game and allowed me to finish it completely.”
- “Keeping in mind that it is an over-the-top cartoon story – it isn’t that huge of a deal, but still, it just rubbed me the wrong way.”
- “My only other pet peeve is that while I got all achievements and did what I assume are all quests and got all the comic pieces... I'm still not at all one hundred percent.”
- “Some of the later missions seem to end up being fetch quests, but they weren't excruciatingly painful to deal with.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some players find it engaging and quirky with witty dialogues and over-the-top characters, others feel it falls flat and lacks originality. The comedic elements are often described as lighthearted and enjoyable, contributing to a fun experience, especially when paired with challenging puzzles. Overall, the humor may not resonate with everyone, but it adds a unique charm to the gameplay for those who appreciate it.
- “Mr. Freeze: (chuckling) A frosty reception for our esteemed guests, wouldn't you say?”
- “Here we got a loony universe with mustache-twirling villains and generally over-the-top characters that create a lighthearted, humorous journey with a clear plot that is fun to follow while solving all the puzzles.”
- “The puzzles are challenging, the characters are engaging, and the dialogue is hilarious.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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38%
The graphics feature a charming top-down cartoon style with cozy colors and well-executed animations, creating a delightful aesthetic that appeals to players who enjoy unique character designs and humorous dialogue. While some find the artwork slightly amateurish, the overall visual experience is complemented by creative puzzles and a cozy atmosphere, making it a generous and engaging experience.
- “The graphic element overall is a very charming top-down cartoon style, with cozy colors and lighting, and well-done animations.”
- “While the overall graphic element is delightful.”
- “Something about the graphics, the absurd characters, and the commitment to having unique dialogue for almost every object in the game; it all comes together as an extremely generous experience.”
- “The artwork is a little amateurish, but the writing is genuinely funny, the puzzles fiendishly creative, and the game has a lot of content to it.”
- “The art style and writing had potential, but it's like they cast a spell and missed the mark.”
- “Something about the graphics, the absurd characters, the commitment to having unique dialogue for almost every object in the game; it all comes together as an extremely generous experience, and makes me wish there was a sequel on the horizon.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The gameplay features an engaging mechanic that allows players to switch to wolf form to solve puzzles, though some reviewers suggest that introducing varied obstacles or mechanics could enhance the experience. Overall, the classic gameplay remains addictive, even in its early stages after escaping the museum.
- “Interesting mechanic of switching to wolf form in order to find solutions.”
- “It would have been cool to gain a slightly different obstacle or mechanic, or maybe a style in which they are presented as Lucas keeps moving forward.”
- “The gameplay is an old classic, and it's still addictive.”
- “Position in game at time of review: minor gameplay, just escaped the museum.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The game's soundtrack is largely praised, with most tracks, particularly the jazz noir pieces, receiving high marks from players. However, some users found certain tracks, like the city hall theme, to be off-putting and overly grating. Overall, the music is noted for its attention to detail and strong composition.
- “While I greatly enjoyed 90% of the music here and downloaded the pawn shop track right away (love me a good jazz noir), the city hall track was so grating that I had to immediately turn it down.”
- “It has great music too and offers a lot of attention to detail.”
- “The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the music to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The audio quality of the soundtrack is poor, and it feels like an afterthought in the game's design.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be enjoyable, as the presence of goals, side quests, and engaging conversations adds a sense of adventure. However, some feel that certain puzzles become tedious due to repetitive tasks, slightly detracting from the overall experience.
- “By the end, there are a handful of puzzles that just feel tedious due to the iterative repetition required to complete them.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by high-quality instrumental tracks that vary by location, effectively complementing the unique settings, whether it's a biker gang's junkyard or a serene city library.
- “The good quality instrumental tracks vary from location to location, perfectly fitting the atmosphere of each setting, whether it's a biker gang-run junkyard or a city library.”
- “The immersive sound design truly enhances the atmosphere, making every environment feel alive and unique.”
- “The game's atmosphere is captivating, with stunning visuals and a haunting soundtrack that draws you into its world.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game evokes a sense of somberness, with players likening the experience to attending a pompous funeral, leading some to engage with the game in silence to fully absorb the atmosphere.
- “It made me feel like I was at a solemn funeral, so I ended up playing the entire chapter in silence.”