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Mystery Case Files: Crossfade Collector's Edition

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38%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
62% User Score Based on 13 reviews

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Mystery Case Files: Crossfade Collector's Edition is a single player casual puzzle game with a mystery theme. It was developed by Grandma Studios and was released on November 26, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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62%Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
music2 negative mentions
  • The game features refreshingly different puzzles and allows players to revisit previous collectibles.
  • Despite its shortcomings, the game offers a nostalgic look at the series and has some well-chosen story elements.
  • The gameplay includes a mix of hidden-object screens and minigames, providing some variety.
  • The story is extremely short with multiple plot holes, making it feel incomplete and poorly executed.
  • The game relies heavily on past references and sequels, failing to introduce anything new or innovative.
  • Visuals and voice acting are subpar, lacking the quality and creativity seen in earlier entries of the series.

  • story

    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    27% positive mentions, 46% neutral mentions, 27% negative mentions

    The story is criticized for being extremely short and riddled with plot holes, leading to a convoluted and often ludicrous narrative. While it includes a bonus chapter that offers additional details, the overall plot fails to leave a lasting impression, with many reviewers noting that it lacks depth and coherence compared to previous entries in the series.

    • “Just like all the Mystery Case Files games, it has a crazy convoluted story but good puzzles.”
    • “Beating the game unlocks a bonus chapter which gives you further details from a different character in the story as well as gives some vague hints about what the next game in the series may hold.”
    • “While they are serviceable for the story, nothing really stands out.”
    • “The story is extremely short with multiple plot holes.”
    • “Half a story, sequel to the harbinger, short, and bad.”
    • “This game's story has two big problems that I've railed on in previous reviews.”

  • music

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    25% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The music in the game is described as competent but unremarkable, lacking standout qualities compared to other titles, including those that utilize royalty-free tracks. However, the collector's edition offers access to the soundtrack and additional content through a separate menu.

    • “Additionally, as this is the collector's edition, you have access to the music, minigames, etc. in a separate menu.”
    • “The background music is competent, but certainly nothing stands out.”
    • “As this is the collector's edition, you have access to the music, minigames, etc. in a separate menu.”

  • graphics

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, -67% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions

    The graphics in "Crossfade" have been criticized for being subpar, with some reviewers suggesting that a limited budget may have contributed to the lackluster visuals.

    • “The visuals are absolutely stunning, showcasing incredible attention to detail.”
    • “The graphics are vibrant and immersive, making the game world feel alive.”
    • “The art style is unique and beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “I personally found the visuals in Crossfade rather lacking.”
    • “I wouldn't be surprised if the studio was only allowed a small budget, which would explain the visuals.”

  • gameplay

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, -34% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions

    The gameplay is noted as a positive aspect, featuring a variety of small games that add diversity and keep the experience engaging.

    • “If there is any positive aspect to it, it can be found in the gameplay.”
    • “These are a variety of small games that enhance the gameplay.”
    • “If there is any positive thing to it, it can be in gameplay.”
    • “These are a variety of small games which vary up the gameplay.”
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Mystery Case Files: Crossfade Collector's Edition is a casual puzzle game with mystery theme. Common tags for Mystery Case Files: Crossfade Collector's Edition include 2d, detective, atmospheric, story rich, logic and others.

Mystery Case Files: Crossfade Collector's Edition is available on PC and Windows.

Mystery Case Files: Crossfade Collector's Edition was released on November 26, 2020.

Mystery Case Files: Crossfade Collector's Edition was developed by Grandma Studios.

Mystery Case Files: Crossfade Collector's Edition has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Mystery Case Files: Crossfade Collector's Edition for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Mystery Case Files: Crossfade Collector's Edition is a single player game.

Similar games include Mystery Case Files: The Harbinger Collector's Edition, Enigmatis 2: The Mists of Ravenwood, Lost Lands: Dark Overlord, Time Mysteries 3: The Final Enigma, Enigmatis 3: The Shadow of Karkhala and others.