Mystery Case Files: Rewind Collector's Edition

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In Mystery Case Files: Rewind Collector's Edition, players investigate the abandoned Victory Hotel after strange reports come in. They find people from past cases trapped inside due to time manipulation by a Dalimar. Challenging puzzles and hidden-object scenes await as players race against the clock to fix the timelines and solve this exciting adventure.

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

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Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews

story12 positive mentions

The game features beautiful artwork and an interesting story that continues the Ravenhearst narrative, making it a nostalgic experience for fans of the series.
Puzzles are well-designed and challenging, providing a satisfying gameplay experience with the option to replay hidden object scenes and mini-games.
The game offers a good amount of content, including a bonus chapter and collectibles, ensuring players have plenty to explore and enjoy.

The story can be confusing and lacks depth, leaving some players feeling unsatisfied with the plot's resolution and overall coherence.
Some puzzles may feel repetitive or unintuitive, leading to frustration and the frequent need to use hints to progress.
Graphics may not perform well on larger screens, and the gameplay can feel cluttered with too much happening at once.

story
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The story in "MCF: Key to Ravenhearst" is a continuation of the Ravenhearst saga, featuring familiar characters and settings, which many players found engaging and nostalgic. While some reviews praised the intriguing plot and beautiful art, others criticized it for being confusing and lacking clarity, particularly for those who prioritize narrative depth. Overall, the game offers a mix of fun puzzles and an interesting storyline, though opinions vary on its execution and originality.
- “Just like the other Ravenhearst games, very cool and interesting story and beautiful art throughout the entire game!”
- “Interesting story, beautiful art, and fun puzzles, plus a lot of extra stuff at the end.”
- “I adored everything about it, from the story to the graphics to the disturbing moments of recognition to the spectacular ending.”
- “Mcf: Key to Ravenhearst Collector's Edition has good puzzles and hidden object scenes, but the story is lacking and even misses at explaining what exactly is happening and why.”
- “The plot is not that different from the others in the series, basically a madman who uses people to achieve eternal life or come back from the dead.”
- “I was not sure what to expect since this game was done by a different developer, and besides, where could the story go after how things ended in Escape from Ravenhearst?”
graphics
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The graphics in the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the gorgeous artwork and high-quality visuals, particularly in comparison to previous titles in the Ravenhearst series. However, some players noted issues with item placement and visibility, leading to frustration during gameplay, especially on larger screens. Overall, the graphics are generally well-regarded, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “Really gorgeous artwork and the puzzles are great, even if some of them didn't feel very intuitive and I needed to use the hint button a few times to chase down items that were hidden in really stupid places that I would never have found otherwise.”
- “Graphics 10/10”
- “I adored everything about it, from the story to the graphics to the disturbing moments of recognition to the spectacular ending.”
- “Bad graphics on large screen.”
- “This is the first of the Mystery Case Files games to be developed by Eipix Entertainment, so I was surprised to see some very familiar artwork on the intro page.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has seen notable improvements over the previous installment, with updated mechanics enhancing the experience. While it follows a standard hidden object game format, it stands out with above-average quality and offers over five hours of engaging content.
- “In terms of gameplay, I feel like they improved compared to the last game.”
- “I have to give a big thanks for the updated mechanics.”
- “It's a standard hog in format and gameplay, but it is above-average in quality.”
- “Early on in gameplay we're given a few, which gives us a great overview of the past three games.”
music
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, enhancing the overall experience with well-executed sound effects and a diverse selection of 11 tracks that players can save to their computers. Additionally, the game offers customizable audio settings, allowing players to adjust music, effects, voice, and cutscene volumes independently.
- “The music and sound effects are, as you would hope and expect, very well done, adding nicely to the overall feeling of the game.”
- “Options include full-screen, auto wide-screen, custom cursor, and four separate audio sliders: music, effects, voice, and cutscene.”
- “11 music tracks (can all be saved to computer at once).”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel stale after a short period of gameplay.”
- “While the sound effects are decent, the music fails to create an engaging atmosphere and often feels out of place.”
- “The limited number of music tracks leads to a monotonous experience, as the same tunes play over and over again.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is noted for its distinctiveness from the main game, creating a unique experience while still featuring some familiar locations that evoke a sense of nostalgia.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world that feels both familiar and entirely unique.”
- “It feels completely different from the main game, as the atmosphere is so distinct, yet there are still some startlingly familiar locations to behold.”
- “The game's atmosphere creates a captivating experience that keeps you engaged and on edge throughout.”
- “It feels completely different from the main game, as the atmosphere is so different, but there are still some startlingly familiar locations to behold.”
replayability
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The game offers strong replayability with 16 hidden object scenes and 23 mini-games that can be played multiple times, providing players with ample opportunities to revisit and enjoy the content.
- “There are 16 replayable hidden object scenes that keep the game fresh and engaging.”
- “With 23 replayable mini-games, there's always something new to experience each time you play.”
- “The variety of replayable content ensures that no two playthroughs feel the same.”
- “The game offers 16 replayable hidden object scenes, but they quickly become repetitive.”
- “While there are 23 replayable mini-games, they lack variety and fail to keep my interest.”
- “The limited replayability of the game makes it hard to stay engaged after the first playthrough.”