Mystery Case Files: Black Crown

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Mystery Case Files: Black Crown is a single player casual puzzle game with a mystery theme. It was developed by Eipix Entertainment and was released on November 26, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Eipix Entertainment proudly brings you the 20th case in the classic Mystery Case Files saga! When a patient at the Manchester Asylum draws a huge crown covering the walls of her cell, you’re sent to learn what, if anything, it has to do with your past. But when the inmates escape, there’s only one way for you to regain control — find the Black Crown before they do. You’ll need to gather your wits…

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story9 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

The game has a good and intriguing story, especially for fans of the 13th Skull prequel, with well-developed characters and a neat plot connection.
It features a large number of diverse and entertaining puzzles that range in difficulty, providing a challenging yet solvable experience for puzzle enthusiasts.
The graphics and cutscene quality are well done, with engaging art style and atmospheric scenes, accompanied by decent voice acting and music.

Some players found the puzzles too easy or poorly designed, with unclear directions and a lack of logic, leading to frustration and boredom.
The bonus chapter feels rushed, short, and less satisfying, with some inconsistencies in art style that break immersion.
The game suffers from occasional tedious backtracking and repetitive gameplay elements, which can make parts of the experience feel dull or monotonous.

story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The story in this game is generally well-received, especially for its connection to the 13th Skull installment, which enhances understanding and enjoyment. While it is sometimes described as convoluted or silly, it remains engaging and moves the player forward effectively, supported by helpful guidance when needed. Overall, the narrative is considered solid and entertaining, though not particularly outstanding compared to earlier titles.
- “The story was good with a connection to the 13th Skull game, which I liked.”
- “The story is great, the graphics are awesome, and it has some very fun and unique mini-games and hidden object scenes (HOS)!”
- “I recommend that you play MCF: 13th Skull first but you don't have to... it just helps you to understand the story more.”
- “Honestly, ever since the Shadow Lake installment, the whole MCF franchise went south when it comes to dialogue and story.”
- “Let me start out this review by saying that I managed to beat both the main story and the bonus chapter in 3.4 hours; this is perhaps the shortest time I have ever gotten in a Mystery Case Files game.”
- “As with a lot of the newer Mystery Case Files games, the story is definitely serviceable, but nothing really outstanding.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
17%
25%
The graphics received generally positive feedback, being praised for their quality, cutscenes, and visual appeal that enhance the gameplay experience. While most found the visuals engaging and well-done, a few noted that they were serviceable but not particularly outstanding. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong aspect of the game, complementing its puzzles and story well.
- “Overall, it is still a good hog with some well-done graphics and cutscene quality for the time.”
- “The story is great, the graphics are awesome and it has some very fun and unique mini-games and hidden object scenes (HOS)!”
- “I found the story line was great and the graphics very good, which kept my interest throughout the game.”
- “Once again, the visuals are serviceable, but nothing really stands out.”
- “However, I personally give this game a slight thumbs down on visuals.”
- “The graphics do not have the old McD feels.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game features a nice variety of tracks that fit the setting, with 13 collectible pieces in the collector's edition and customizable audio options, including separate sliders for music and sound effects. While some users find the music generic, others appreciate its suitability and the quality of voice acting accompanying it.
- “The music also works for the game, and since this is the collector's edition, you can listen to it separately.”
- “The voice acting is pretty good (I especially liked the pirate voices!), and there's a nice variety of music throughout the game.”
- “Options include separate sliders for music, sfx, voices and cutscene music, custom cursor, pop-ups and full-screen (auto-widescreen).”
- “Setting is in the UK instead of the southern US for some reason, and the music is generic hip-hop.”
- “Sound/music: The music lacks distinctiveness and feels out of place for the game's setting.”
- “The game includes 13 music tracks, but they do not enhance the overall atmosphere.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The gameplay offers flexibility with three preset difficulty levels and a custom mode, allowing players to tailor the experience to their preferred style. This customization enhances replayability and player engagement.
- “Choice of three preset difficulties, or you can tailor the gameplay to your preferred style with custom mode.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the grinding aspect somewhat tedious and repetitive, with puzzles that can feel slippery or overly challenging, detracting from the overall experience.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is highly praised for its strong and immersive thematic implementation, creating a compelling and engaging environment.
- “It was atmospheric, the theme was very well implemented.”

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Mystery Case Files: Black Crown is a casual puzzle game with mystery theme.

Mystery Case Files: Black Crown is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Mystery Case Files: Black Crown was released on November 26, 2019.

Mystery Case Files: Black Crown was developed by Eipix Entertainment.

Mystery Case Files: Black Crown has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its music.

Mystery Case Files: Black Crown is a single player game.

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