Marcella Moon: Secret on the Hill
- June 15, 2020
- Hidden Ocean Games
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Get on itch.io Store"Marcella Moon: Secret on the Hill" is a first-person point-and-click mystery game set in a small Irish town. As Marcella, you will investigate the disappearance of a famous writer by exploring the atmospheric setting, solving puzzles, and interacting with quirky characters. Learn about Irish culture and mythology as you unravel the mystery of what happened to Amelia Goldstone.
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Reviews
- The game features an engaging plot with fun puzzles and a charming atmosphere, reminiscent of classic Nancy Drew games.
- The music enhances the experience, setting a suspenseful and epic mood throughout the adventure.
- The game serves as a great introduction to mystery-solving, blending Irish mythology with an intriguing storyline.
- Character movements can be unnatural and distracting, detracting from the overall experience.
- The lack of a save feature forces players to complete the game in one sitting, which can be frustrating.
- Graphics and animations are quite primitive, which may not appeal to players looking for a more polished experience.
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and filled with suspenseful moments, despite being conveyed through text and still scenes. While some players found certain plot elements, like the antagonist's motivations, unclear, the overall narrative, character development, and small-town setting were well-received, enhancing the gameplay experience. The integration of puzzles with the story further contributed to its enjoyment.
“Even though the story was told through text and still scenes, it still managed to surprise me at certain moments and have action scenes that felt suspenseful!”
“That didn't bother me because the story and mystery, along with the gameplay, are solid.”
“I liked the puzzles and I think that they went well with the story. I also think that the setting was really nicely designed and it had a nice small-town charm to it. I also liked the characters and I think they all fit the theme of being in a small town.”
“I really liked the story, but I think I missed something because I didn't fully understand why the bad guy was the bad guy.”
“The story was told through text and still scenes, but it didn't manage to engage me as much as I hoped.”
“While the gameplay was solid, the story felt disjointed and left many questions unanswered.”
- music4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the epic adventure experience, blending beautifully with the setting and contributing to the overall atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate its dramatic and suspenseful qualities, which complement the gameplay and puzzles effectively. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a strong asset that elevates the game's narrative and emotional impact.
“The music also sets the mood for an epic adventure!”
“With an interesting blend of fact and fiction, beautiful music, fun puzzles, and a suspenseful and dramatic ending, this is a great start to a hopefully long-running series.”
“Music was epic and worked flawlessly with the setting.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics in this debut game are described as primitive and lacking in sleekness or flashiness, reminiscent of older titles like the Nancy Drew series. Overall, the visuals may not impress those seeking modern aesthetics.
“The graphics and animation are not sleek or flashy, but they have a certain charm.”
“I think this is the developer's first game, and the graphics and animation are not sleek or flashy.”
“Definitely gave me some old school Nancy Drew game vibes, even though the graphics are quite primitive.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as basic yet enjoyable, featuring intuitive mechanics and appealing local details.
“Pretty rudimentary but nice local details and intuitive gameplay.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers found the characters to be both funny and intriguing, contributing positively to the overall humor of the game.
“The characters were funny and intriguing.”
“The humor in the dialogue had me laughing out loud.”
“I loved the witty banter between the characters; it added so much to the experience.”
